Chelsea Prep PS 33
PS 33 — Chelsea, Manhattan
A creative, inclusive elementary education in the heart of Manhattan’s District 2, where every child’s potential is nurtured through arts, literacy, and community.
Pre-K–5th Grade • A School of Arts • Serving Chelsea since 2003
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About Our School
Where every child belongs.
Founded in 2003, PS 33 Chelsea Prep is a public elementary school serving pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Our School of Arts program integrates creativity into every classroom, fostering a love of learning through music, theater, and visual arts.
We believe in a community where families, educators, and students grow together, celebrating diversity and collaboration in the heart of Chelsea.
Community
What We Offer
Our Programs
Inspiring creativity, curiosity, and confidence in every student.
School of Arts
From musical theater with TADA! to visual arts and music, our arts integration program brings creativity into every classroom, helping students express themselves and build confidence.
Explore ArtsLiteracy & Phonics
Our structured Fundations phonics program builds strong foundational reading and spelling skills, ensuring every student becomes a confident and capable reader.
Learn MoreAfter-School Enrichment
With partnerships like Chelsea Piers, YMCA, and Hudson Guild, our after-school programs offer everything from chess and athletics to STEM and theater.
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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.