named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
College Guidance Program
Offers structured counseling and academic support from 10th through 12th grade, including essay review, college selection, financial aid assistance, and application strategy to help students gain admission to well-matched colleges.
College Scholarship Program
Provides financial aid in the form of scholarships to students attending York Preparatory School, enabling access to college preparatory education based on merit and need.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Private K–12 School Support 1 activity
- Awards scholarships to studentsFunds and awards scholarships to students enrolled at York Preparatory School, Inc., supporting access and affordability.
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Admissions and Enrollment Support Services 1 activity
- Conducts admissions outreach and family engagementHosts information sessions, student and parent panels, individual tours, and admissions interviews to engage prospective families. Student ambassadors and admissions staff lead tours and facilitate discussions about academic programs and student life.
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College Preparatory Secondary Education 1 activity
- Delivers college preparatory educationProvides a rigorous college preparatory curriculum with academic, arts, and athletics programs, achieving a 100% college matriculation rate for graduating students. The curriculum includes English, mathematics, world languages, history, and science, with advanced placement and interdisciplinary electives.
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Comprehensive K–8 Academic Curriculum 1 activity
- Implements middle school academic and developmental programmingProvides grade-specific instruction in English, history, science, and world languages for grades 6–8, alongside self-advocacy training, personal goal setting, learner profiles, and service-learning projects. STEAM and city-based field trips support civic and academic development.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Offers after-school and enrichment programsProvides weekly interdisciplinary academic enrichment classes and after-school support in academic, artistic, social, emotional, and physical domains. Programs include hands-on STEAM projects and capstone research opportunities culminating in a Research Symposium.
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Provides academic support for students with learning differencesOperates the Jump Start program, established in 1999, which offers structured academic support, executive functioning development, and individualized instruction for students with diagnosed learning differences. Each participant is assigned a dedicated specialist and receives tiered support in groups of 8–12 students.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Provides college guidance and counselingOffers structured college guidance starting in 11th grade, including weekly classes, individual counseling, application support, and family events with financial aid experts. Each student receives a preliminary college list, attends multiple counseling sessions, and is guided to submit applications by set deadlines.
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Interscholastic and Inclusive School Sports Programs 1 activity
- Provides physical education and lifelong health instructionOffers physical education programs for grades 9–12 focused on sport-specific skill development, fitness, and promoting lifelong health habits.
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Teacher Professional Development 1 activity
- Provides professional development for educatorsOffers formal professional development programs for teachers, including the Team Fellowship and Senior Leader Enquiry programmes. Staff have leadership experience in curriculum design, English language arts, and educational innovation at K–12 and post-secondary levels.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$66K
Contributions & grants$66K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$95
Program expenses96%
Admin / overhead4%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$162K
Cash$336K
Investments$0
Liabilities$309K
Net assets$146K
Liquid reserves42474.4 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +9.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 2
- JAYNE PINCHBECK — PRESIDENT, TRUSTEE
- VERNON JOHNSON — TREASURER, TRUSTEE
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- American Museum of Natural History Partner — Teachers at York Prep use the American Museum of Natural History as a cultural and educational resource to augment classroom learning.
- Avenues: The World School Partner — Ms. Chadha taught at Avenues and served as Grade Level Lead, indicating prior institutional affiliation and professional contribution.
- Buckley Country Day School Partner — Ms. Chadha previously taught at this school, indicating a professional connection.
- FIVER Children's Foundation Partner — Mr. Ward volunteers with FIVER Children's Foundation outside of York Prep.
- Girls Prep Charter School Partner — Ms. Hastings previously taught at this school, indicating a professional connection.
- IOE, Faculty of Education and Society at UCL Partner — Partner in developing and delivering formal professional development programs for teachers.
- Kalman A. Chany Partner — Financial aid expert and author who speaks to parents at annual college guidance events.
- Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts Partner — Teachers at York Prep use Lincoln Center as a cultural and educational resource to augment classroom learning.
- NYC Autism Charter School Partner — Ms. Borden previously taught at this school, indicating a professional connection.
- New-York Historical Society Partner — Teachers at York Prep use the New-York Historical Society as a cultural and educational resource to augment classroom learning.
- Parent Portal Partner — Provides access to the school calendar and other resources through the Parent Portal.
- Stephen Gaynor School Partner — Collaborative relationship prior to Mr. Beich joining York Prep, with nearly a decade of close cooperation and communication.
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art Partner — Teachers at York Prep use The Metropolitan Museum of Art as a cultural and educational resource to augment classroom learning.
- York Prep Partner — Jump Start is fully integrated into York Prep's academic structure and student experience.
- York Preparatory School, Inc. Partner — Receives scholarship support for its students from the foundation.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Development of Foundational Cognitive Skillsmethodology: evidence-based_cognitive_developmentBy explicitly teaching critical thinking, creative thinking, inquiry, and writing within disciplinary contexts, the school builds intellectual capacity because deep learning and academic success depend on mastering core cognitive processes across subjects.
- Holistic Whole-Child Educationmethodology: whole-child_educationBy integrating academic, social, emotional, and personal development within a rigorous curriculum, the school fosters lifelong learning, resilience, and responsible citizenship because student success is multidimensional and sustained through balanced growth across domains.
- Personalized, Student-Centered Learningmethodology: personalized_learningBy tailoring instruction and support to individual student needs, interests, and learning profiles through collaborative planning and innovative teaching, the school increases motivation and academic success because students engage more deeply when learning is relevant and responsive to their unique identities and goals.