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Brooklyn Independent A 6-8th middle school created by educators committed to giving diverse students the best possible education--academically, socially, and ethically.

Brooklyn Independent is a private 5 – 8 middle school in Brooklyn with a focus on racial and socio-economic diversity called Brooklyn Independent. As educators with over 15 years of experience, we have seen the strengths and weakness of the current educational opportunities in Brooklyn and feel passionately that Brooklyn Independent is a solution to many of the problems plaguing education in New York City. Brooklyn has the most segregated schools system in our country, despite being one of the most diverse urban areas in the Unites States. This directly mirrors the national divide in our country that is leading to fear and intolerance; a fear and intolerance that cannot grow in a community that respects, celebrates and nurtures what makes us unique. This community is Brooklyn Independent. At Brooklyn Independent we are committed to:
• Serving a community that reflects the racial and socio-economic diversity of Brooklyn.
• Making sure our school is accessible to all families, regardless of income, with financial aid opportunities.
• Creating a rigorous education led by teachers with over three years of experience.
• Taking advantage of the rich cultural identify of Brooklyn with extracurricular activities celebrating the surrounding community.

BKI Featured on "NYC School Secrets"! -
10/06/2026

BKI Featured on "NYC School Secrets"! -

Hello families! 👋🏽 Thinking ahead to middle school? We’re excited to share a helpful resource featuring BKI: NYC School Secrets’ 5 Questions About... Middle School! 

Today we launched our Cultural Celebration Month Assemblies with Centering Latinx Voices Month! BKI Parent, Flobien Galb...
10/02/2026

Today we launched our Cultural Celebration Month Assemblies with Centering Latinx Voices Month! BKI Parent, Flobien Galbreath, joined us to share a bit about the history of Carnaval and how it is celebrated in the Dominican Republic! 🇩🇴Students then had a chance to make their own Santiago Lechón mask!

RSVP To An Upcoming Info Session Today! -
09/29/2026

RSVP To An Upcoming Info Session Today! -

What does a rigorous and joyful middle school experience look like? It’s a question we hear often — and one we love to answer. At BKI, rigor doesn’t mean piles of worksheets or rote memorization. It means challenging students to think deeply, collaborate, and take ownership of their learning ....

Two weeks in and the magic has begun! A few highlights:✨Students city sketching for our newest elective class, Urban Pla...
09/24/2026

Two weeks in and the magic has begun! A few highlights:
✨Students city sketching for our newest elective class, Urban Planning
✨Chefs at work making delicious desert and fresh pesto from our garden
✨Terrapins taking home their first soccer W
✨Another new elective: Video News class experimenting with tech including a live teleprompter and green screen

We can’t wait to see what’s next for our Terrapins! 🤩

First Month At BKI! đź’– -
09/22/2026

First Month At BKI! đź’– -

Our first few weeks of school has been filled with connection, joy, and new experiences! Check out the "Elective Spotlight" section to learn a little bit more about what some of our students are learning during Electives! We understand that choosing the right middle school for your child is an imp...

BKI Info Sessions & Tours Continue! đź“Ł -
09/15/2026

BKI Info Sessions & Tours Continue! đź“Ł -

We’re Gabriela and Kelsey, co-founders of Brooklyn Independent.  We started BKI to do middle school differently. To us, this means offering a level of care and attention that ensures your middle schooler feels seen as a unique individual. With a smaller setting and deeply involved staff, we build...

Seeds that are sprouting đź’– -
05/19/2026

Seeds that are sprouting đź’– -

Dear BKI Supporters. As spring begins to take hold, we're feeling a renewed sense of energy and growth at BKI -- a season that always reminds us of how much can take root and flourish in a short time. This year feels especially meaningful as we watch the seeds planted in our earliest days continue t...

📣Auction Highlights: Jewelry & BKI Homemade! (our favorite!)⏰ Auction closes tomorrow - Thurs, 5/14 at 9PM!❤️100% of fu...
05/13/2026

đź“ŁAuction Highlights: Jewelry & BKI Homemade! (our favorite!)

⏰ Auction closes tomorrow - Thurs, 5/14 at 9PM!
❤️100% of funds raised support our incredible middle school students and community — thank you for bidding and sharing! ❤️

Dinner and a show anyone? Next up, we highlight BKI Auction THEATER & DINING experiences! ⏰ Auction closes Thursday, May...
05/12/2026

Dinner and a show anyone? Next up, we highlight BKI Auction THEATER & DINING experiences!

⏰ Auction closes Thursday, May 14!
❤️100% of funds raised support our incredible middle school students and community — thank you for bidding and sharing! ❤️

Address

38 Lafayette Avenue
Brooklyn, NY
11217

Opening Hours

Monday 8:15am - 3:15pm
Tuesday 8:15am - 3:15pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 3:15pm
Thursday 8:15am - 3:15pm
Friday 8:15am - 2:30pm

Telephone

+16469301246

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