New York City Lab School for Collaborative Studies is based on the notion that kids learn best in groups hence the name collaborative studies. This combined middle and high school is a pioneer in special education inclusion, and many of the classes include students who have special needs in general education classes. Lab is one of the most sought-after schools in the city, and its consistently high test scores and graduation rates attest to its success. It has an informal feel; teachers don't make a fuss about kids wearing hats, for example, and students are permitted to leave the building for lunch. There is pleasant give and take between the teachers and students. Most classes are taught in a seminar style, with lots of class discussion.

Does anyone know if they are admitting out of district or out of Borough students this year? The big high school DOE book says district 2 priority, then Manhattan residents, without mention to... read more

"The parents of this year's 8th grade class were told this week that their children would be considered "on equal footing" with all District 2 8th Graders for admission to Lab High School. We... read more