Brooklyn Independent

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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 Y

Seeds that are sprouting 💖 05/19/2026

Seeds that are sprouting 💖 -

Seeds that are sprouting 💖 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...

Photos from Brooklyn Independent's post 05/13/2026

📣Auction 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! ❤️

Photos from Brooklyn Independent's post 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! ❤️

Photos from Brooklyn Independent's post 05/11/2026

📣BKI Auction Experiences Highlights!

✨ 1 week beach front villa stay in Costa Rica
✨ Lake cottage house stay in Cold Spring, NY
✨ Season pass to Sunday Asado series

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

Photos from Brooklyn Independent's post 04/15/2026

We are still STARSTRUCK by the incredible cast & crew of MATILDA THE MUSICAL! 🤩We are so impressed by your dedication, passion, and brillance — congrats on an incredible run! ❤️ A special thank you to Brooklyn Music School for hosting us!

Photos from Brooklyn Independent's post 01/14/2026

BKI students whipped up a storm in the kitchen... well, sort of! They used unit rates to create their very own recipe book and finished off their proportions unit in math showing their comprehensive understanding! 🧑‍🍳 Check out the last slide to learn more!

Photos from Brooklyn Independent's post 01/13/2026

Last week in grade level assemblies we spent some time looking forward to 2026 🌟 We spent some time setting some intentions (if resolutions aren’t your thing 😉) because practice working towards a goal is always helpful!

Photos from Brooklyn Independent's post 01/13/2026

Last week in grade level assemblies we took some time to look forward to 2026 🌟 Students did some reflection (if resolutions aren’t their thing 😉) because goal setting is always something good to practice!

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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