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English is the language of instruction alongside the target language (Spanish or Mandarin). Nursery–Kindergarten learn in both English and the target language; Literacy, Math and World Course are taught in both languages, while science, music, Wellness and Movement, art, and library are taught in either English, the target language, or both. Language immersion begins in the Small World program for very young children and continues through 5th grade.
The school offers bilingual language immersion in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese from Small World through 5th grade. From Nursery to Kindergarten, students learn in both English and the target language, with Literacy, Math and World Course taught in both languages, and specialty classes taught in either English, the target language, or both. From Small World to 5th grade, students spend 50% of their learning time in English and 50% in the target language.
Small World provides dual-language immersion for one- and two-year-olds, with exposure to Spanish and Mandarin (in addition to English) and scheduling options in the morning, afternoon, or full day. The program serves children from about 12 months to two years old and continues into the Early Learning Center where 50/50 English and target-language instruction is maintained for core subjects.
Located in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood, Avenues New York is an independent toddler to 12th-grade school with a campus and three divisions: Lower (1–5), Middle (6–8) and Upper (9–12). The school follows the World Elements framework, blending rigorous academics with real-world experiences and a broad outlook. Language immersion runs from 12 months through 5th grade, with Mandarin or Spanish taught in English-speaking classrooms connected to target-language spaces. The Early Learning Center (toddler through kindergarten) is housed in a modern facility designed for two-language immersion and learning through play. Avenues is NEASC-accredited, and graduates pursue universities worldwide. On-campus facilities include a gym, a Fitness Center, and a variety of arts and movement spaces; the campus supports a broad athletics program with 37 teams. The school is Apple Distinguished and features extensive libraries (63,587 books) and digital resources across campuses. Notable programs include HIP, AIAM, J-Term, and Global Journeys, with 136 student clubs.
