The Washington Market School

1976 - present

Since 1976, the Washington Market School has existed independently as a private preschool in the Tribeca neighborhood. Inspired by bringing artistic and creative learning to small groups of children, this charter school began with only 6 students in founder Ronnie Moskowitz’ private loft in the neighborhood. Like schools under similar missions, Moskowitz followed the educational practices of Dr. Maria Montessori, which focuses more so on children’s natural interests. Because of this, curriculum at this school has focused on things like drama, music, art, and dance. After outgrowing Moskowitz’ small loft, the school received a charter from the New York State Department of Education, which allowed it the freedom to open its first location on Hudson Street in 1988. Shortly after, the school opened a second location at Duane Street. These locations exist today.

Main classroom at The Washington Market School
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Details

Category
School
Instructional Level
Pre-Kindergarten
Audience
Children
Founder(s)
Ronnie Moskowitz
Corporate Body
The Washington Market School
Tags
charter, privateeducation, Tribeca, Montessori, arts
Notes
Yet to determine the original loft location of the school.

Location

  • 134 Duane St, New York, NY 10013, USA
    1991 - present
  • 55 Hudson St, New York, NY 10013, USA
    1988 - present
  • Tribeca, New York, NY, USA [Moskowitz's private loft]
    1976 - 1981

References

  1. Saxe, R. (2017, December 15). Washington Market Preschool: A Hidden Tribeca Gem. Mommy Poppins. Retrieved April 25, 2023, from https://mommypoppins.com/ny-kids/washington-market-preschool
  2. Washington Market School. (n.d.). Home - Washington Market School. Retrieved April 28, 2023, from https://washingtonmarketschool.org/