Henrietta Szold School
PS 134 — Lower East Side, NYC
A innovative, progressive, inclusive public school where every child’s strengths and creativity are celebrated.
Serving 3K–5th grade with small class sizes, arts immersion, and real-world problem solving.
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About Our School
Where every child belongs.
Founded in 1903, P.S. 134 Henrietta Szold School serves students in 3K through 5th grade with a progressive, arts-rich curriculum. Our small class sizes—20 in K–2 and 25 in 3–5—ensure personalized attention, while EL Education and Singapore Math® foster deep, collaborative learning.
We are dedicated to creating a healthy, nurturing environment that values empathy, joy, and inclusion. Through culturally responsive teaching and real-world problem solving, we empower students to grow as creative, confident learners.
K–2
(Visual, Theater, Dance, Drumming, Multimedia)
per week
What We Offer
Our Programs
A vibrant, arts-infused education that inspires creativity and critical thinking.
Arts Immersion
Students explore Visual Arts, Theater, Dance, Drumming, and Multimedia through weekly classes and partnerships with Third Street Music School, fostering creativity and self-expression.
Explore ArtsEL Education & Literacy
Our EL Education curriculum drives reading and writing instruction, with Fundations and Heggerty providing a multisensory approach to phonics. Students engage in collaborative projects on topics like civil rights and sustainability.
Learn MoreSingapore Math®
Using Math in Focus, students develop deep conceptual understanding through manipulatives, mathematical discussions, and real-world problem solving in a risk-free environment.
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