East Side Social Action
PS 527 — Upper East Side, NYC
A creative, compassionate learners shaping a better world through research, imagination, and action.
Pre-K through 5th grade — where every voice matters and every child belongs.
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About Our School
Where every child belongs.
Founded in 2012 on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, PS 527 serves students from Pre-K through 5th grade. Our signature Social Action Process empowers students to research real-world issues, imagine solutions, and take action—preparing them to be thoughtful, engaged global citizens.
We educate the whole child, blending rigorous academics with social-emotional learning, arts, and hands-on community projects. From our annual Participatory Budget Vote to the Morgan Book Project, we foster collaboration, creativity, and a deep sense of responsibility to our neighborhood and beyond.
Social Action
Government Participation
for 4th & 5th Graders
What We Offer
Our Programs
Innovative learning experiences that inspire curiosity, courage, and change.
Social Action Process
Students research global and local issues, design solutions, and take action—from neighborhood cleanups to schoolwide Participatory Budget Votes. Our approach builds leadership, empathy, and real-world problem-solving skills.
Explore Social ActionMorgan Book Project
In partnership with the Morgan Library, 5th graders create medieval-style manuscripts using handmade paints and gold leaf. Winning books are displayed at the Morgan, celebrating our students’ creativity and craftsmanship.
Learn MoreAfter-School Enrichment
From STEM and visual arts to music and movement, our after-school programs—led by professional partners—extend learning beyond the classroom. Offerings vary each semester, ensuring fresh opportunities for exploration.
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Upcoming Events
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