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The Chapin School, founded in 1901, is an independent day school, grades Kindergarten through 12, dedicated to the intellectual and personal growth of young women. A rigorous liberal arts program prepares students for further academic study and encourages the development of curiosity, creativity, enthusiasm and integrity.
The Dalton School is an independent, co-educational day school located in the Upper East Side of New York City. Founded in 1919 by the renowned educator Helen Parkhurst, Dalton is recognized as one of the leading K-12 independent schools in the United States for its progressive educational approach.