Welcome to Brooklyn Friends School
A Summer 2019 Checklist for BFS Families, Faculty and Staff
UPCOMING DEADLINES JUNE 28, 2019: Let the enrollment office know if you plan to apply for a sibling (or faculty/staff child) for the 2020-21 school... Read More
What to Know about Summer Reading
Books for Required Summer Reading from the English Department were given to rising 5th-12th graders by their teachers the last week of school. [Students... Read More
Friends ‘Til the End: Alumni Day 2019
Things were done a bit differently this Alumni Day, but it is all in keeping with the spirit of rejuvenation that Brooklyn Friends School has... Read More
Learn more about our programs:
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Admissions
BFS has been providing a challenging and vigorous academic program to its students since 1867.
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Academics
BFS integrates a rich learning environment with a compelling history of values-driven education and a dedicated and diverse community.
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Performing & Visual Arts
BFS's arts programs are integral to our mission of providing a multi-dimensional education for all students.
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Athletics
BFS enjoys a long and successful sports tradition and an active athletics program with a high rate of student participation.
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Summer Programs
BFS offers summer camp for Preschool through 2nd graders as well as a diverse arts program for 3rd through 7th graders.
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Horizons at BFS
Horizons at BFS is an academic enrichment program serving low-income public school children living in the Brooklyn Navy Yard area.
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Afterschool Programs
BFS offers a multitude of exciting Afterschool programs from 3pm to 6pm for students from Preschool through Middle School.
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Family Center
The Family Center at BFS is an early childhood program designed to meet the developmental needs of two-year-old children.
Our Mission
Guided by the Quaker belief that there is a Divine Light in everyone, Brooklyn Friends School cultivates an intellectually ambitious & diverse community that celebrates each individual’s gifts
Read Our Full Mission Statement