Welcome to Brooklyn Friends School
2019-2020 Start of School Checklist
School begins on Thursday, September 5 for Kindergarten through Upper School (September 10 for Preschool and September 11 for... 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