Locke Arts Engineering
PS 185 — Harlem, NYC
A creative, inclusive public school where every child’s curiosity is the spark for lifelong learning.
3-K–5th Grade • IB Primary Years Programme • Harlem Strong, Harlem Proud
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About Our School
Where every child belongs.
Founded in the heart of Harlem, The Locke School of Arts and Engineering serves 3-K through 5th grade students as an International Baccalaureate Candidate School. Our signature blend of arts, engineering, and social-emotional learning prepares young minds to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
We believe education is a partnership—families, educators, and the Harlem community come together to nurture confident, compassionate innovators who see challenges as opportunities to create.
(Art, Music, Engineering, PE)
Partnerships
What We Offer
Our Programs
A curriculum where creativity meets critical thinking.
International Baccalaureate
As an IB Primary Years Programme candidate, we foster inquiry-based learning that empowers students to ask questions, explore global perspectives, and become lifelong learners.
Explore IBArts & Engineering
From our LEGO Lab to visual arts and hydroponics, students develop creativity and problem-solving skills through hands-on projects that integrate science, technology, and the arts.
See Our LabsSocial-Emotional Learning
Our RULER program teaches emotional intelligence, helping students build resilience, empathy, and strong relationships—key skills for academic and personal success.
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Upcoming Events
School events, PTA meetings, and important dates — all in one place.
A live events calendar, right here.
Your Google Calendar syncs straight into the site — tours, PTA meetings, and key dates update automatically, no re-typing. We wire this up when you come aboard.
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children's future.
Your donation funds arts programs, teaching assistants, and school trips. Every dollar makes a difference for our students.