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We are delighted to welcome Gina Malin who will join the Advisory Board at Wetherby-Pembridge as the new term starts this Fall and brings a wealth of experience to the role.  Serving as the Executive Director of the Parents League of New York for the last five years, Gina oversaw both strategy and operations, whilst…

7 East 96 Street has been alive with learning and laughter after a long summer break. New and returning staff and faculty have been welcomed back ahead of the 21-22 school year and the building is a hive of activity. With our focus on individualized instruction and strong educational values, our teaching team enjoy this…

The new immersive Van Gogh experience at Pier 36 is truly remarkable. This exhibition uplifted us all, as we took an awe-inspiring journey into the incomparable universe of Van Gogh, through 360-degree digital projections, virtual reality and a uniquely atmospheric light and sound show. We feel truly inspired to use these techniques in our school…

The Music Programme at WPNY has built a strong reputation, with children across the school playing a diverse range of instruments. The sheer joy and love of learning music is felt by all students. From August 2021, we are delighted to announce that Ms Yolanda Wyns will join the school team as our new Director…

‘Life begins when you start a garden’ Finding green space and a tranquil spot in our busy city is key to finding balance and a true sense of well-being. We were delighted to inaugurate and officially open our beautiful fifth floor garden at 7 East 96 on 7th July, on a gloriously sunny Manhattan evening….

We are proud to publish Issue 4 from our Parent Association Spotlight Series. In this issue, ‘Music at WPNY’ has been featured and showcased. Does your child love music? Come and explore our school partnerships with Carnegie Hall and Music To Your Home. The range and breadth of musical offerings at Wetherby-Pembridge is inspiring and…

It was Prizegiving and ice creams all round, as we waved the children off for the summer holidays. Congratulations to the whole school community and it was special to commemorate an inspiring and memorable year. The smiles and sense of achievement spoke for themselves. A happy end to a happy year of learning, laughter, and…

And here we are- the final (longer) edition of The Wetherbridge for the 20-21 school year. When I moved to New York five years ago, this was one of many hopes and wishes I had for our school community. Indeed, it has come a long way since its debut in 2017. Not only is this…

Get ready for Prizegiving next week!

Sports Day 2021 was, without doubt, one of the highlights of the entire school year. Proudly representing Russet House, McIntosh House and Braeburn House, all children from Nursery to Grade 3 vied for glory at East Meadow. With points tallied across the day for individual sprints, soccer relays, team throwing and rugby passing, for example,…