The Cathedral School is an independent, k-8, Episcopal school for children of all faiths. The school seeks to develop confident, open-minded people who share a respect for different ideas, cultures and religions, and who accept responsibility as active citizens of their diverse community and the world. The school’s campus setting, complete with two outdoor playgrounds, provides an oasis in Manhattan. Cathedral’s rigorous academic program offers a strong foundation of knowledge and skills, combining traditional and innovative teaching methods. Individualized attention and student engagement are ensured by a small class size. In addition to the French, Spanish and Mandarin programs that begin in kindergarten, Latin is required for all students in the 7th and 8th grades. The students’ experiences are deepened through music, visual arts, physical education, field trips and performance opportunities. Cathedral students participate in a full range of extracurricular activities including after school enrichment classes and an interscholastic athletics program. Students have the opportunity to audition for The Cathedral of St. John the Divine’s choir, which sings each Sunday and participates in regional and international tours.