Art, Expression, and Innovation: The Creative Spirit at Brooklyn Friends School
At Brooklyn Friends School, creativity is more than a discipline. It is a way of knowing, reflecting, and connecting. Across all learning communities, students engage in a dynamic visual and performing arts program that nurtures voice, risk-taking, and collaboration. Rooted in Quaker values, this work invites students to explore the “Light” within themselves and others through artistic expression.
From Early Childhood explorations of color and storytelling to Upper School portfolio development and interdisciplinary arts electives, students are encouraged to see themselves as artists and innovators. Annual community moments, like our All-School Art Show, highlight the depth of creative inquiry and the joy of shared experience.
For families exploring private schools in NYC with strong arts programs, Brooklyn Friends School offers a distinctive approach, one that values process as much as product, and reflection as much as performance. Our arts curriculum is integrated across disciplines, supporting students in developing critical thinking, empathy, and confidence.
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You can also explore how creativity comes to life in our community in our video showing a recent All-School Art Show.