Allen-Stevenson School, private elementary for boys school in New York, New York, United States
Allen-Stevenson School is a private primary school in Manhattan serving boys from kindergarten through 8th grade, combining academic instruction with art, music, and sports. The brick and stone building has occupied its East 78th Street location since 1924 and contains bright classrooms, an extensive library, and athletic facilities that see daily use by students.
The school was founded in 1883 and began with only three boys in a small house on Fifth Avenue. Over the decades it relocated several times before settling at its present location on East 78th Street in 1924, where it grew into an established institution.
The school carries the motto 'Fortiter et Recte,' meaning Strongly and Rightly, which guides how boys are encouraged to act with confidence and integrity. This philosophy shapes daily interactions among students, teachers, and families, creating a community where respect and responsibility are visible in everyday activities.
The school sits on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in a quiet, well-maintained neighborhood with historic brownstones and nearby parks easily accessible to families. Visitors should know the campus is active during school hours and the outdoor play area is modest but functional.
The school produces an annual opera musical where students perform stories from classic operas, blending art form with community experience. This tradition shows how the program extends beyond standard instruction to engage students in artistic expression.
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