Go Forth

Unafraid

A School that Inspires and Empowers Each Student’s Journey

Helen Parkhurst, "Education on the Dalton Plan," 1922

Children who grow up with a joy in the work which interests them will be likely to find that interest useful in their later life.
At the Dalton School, students embark on an adventure of discovery and growth where curiosity is celebrated and creativity knows no bounds. Surrounded by a vibrant community of inspiring educators and supportive peers, along with a dynamic curriculum that blends academic rigor with hands-on exploration, students are encouraged to explore their own passions and forge their own paths.

The
Dalton Plan

The Dalton Plan, founded by Helen Parkhurst in 1919, is a pedagogical framework centered on academic rigor, independent thinking, and student responsibility throughout the educational journey. The Dalton Plan, based on a progressive educational approach, includes three pillars: House, Assignment, and Lab.
  • House House
    A Community within a
    Community
  • Assignment Assignment
    Cultivating Empowered
    Learners
  • Lab Lab
    Nurturing Exploration
    Through Collaboration

Guided by Purpose and History

Rooted in our mission, values, DEI vision, and over a century of history, these guiding principles shape everything we do — fostering a culture of belonging, an empowering approach to learning, and an unwavering commitment to creating a more just world.

Dalton At a Glance

  • 1,330

    Total Students K-12

  • 58%

    Students of Color

  • 88%

    Faculty Hold Advanced Degrees

  • 28

    MS & HS Annual Main Stage Productions

  • 75+

    High School Clubs

  • 50+

    Middle School Clubs
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Voices of Dalton

Experience the heart of our school by listening to student, faculty, parent, and alumni stories.

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Headlines Around Campus

List of 3 news stories.

  • Dalton Parents & Alums Delight in Their Turn as Students for the Night

    Over 250 parents, alumni, faculty, and grandparents gathered together last week at 89th Street to mingle, learn, and engage in classes taught by Dalton faculty members at the annual Grownups Experience Dalton (GXD).
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  • Dalton Shines at the 57th Annual New York State Scholastic Chess Championships

    Earlier this month, 48 Dalton students competed in the 57th Annual New York State Scholastic Chess Championships in Saratoga, one of the most rigorous and competitive tournaments of the year.
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  • Tigers Wrap Up Record-Breaking Season

    The winter athletics season was an unforgettable one for the Dalton Tigers, marked by record-breaking performances, deep playoff runs, and championship titles.
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Grade 4 & PE Center

200 East 87th Street, New York, NY 10128

Grades 5-12

108 East 89th Street, New York, NY 10128

Contact Info

212-423-5200    |    info@dalton.org

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