Our Campus

The Reception Room, just off the main lobby, welcomes students, families, and visitors throughout the year and serves as a flexible space for gatherings like Parents' Association meetings and various events throughout the year. The former living room of the historic home that serves as Buckley's main building, it reflects the historic charm and architectural elements of the period.

The Powers Family Courtyard, Buckley's main entrance, is a welcoming space where private arrival and dismissal take place each day in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 8. Surrounded by natural greenery, it serves as a central hub for connection, after-school play, and is a frequent site of community gatherings and events.

Directly opposite Buckley's main entrance is The Roby Young Field. Named for one of Buckley's longest-tenured faculty members, the field hosts many athletic matches in soccer and lacrosse, while hosting regular physical education classes throughout the year.

As the school's primary performance and gathering space, The Muran Theatre welcomes every member of the Buckley community to enjoy music, dance, theatre, and a variety of cultural celebrations each year. In addition to performances, Buckley's weekly assembly programs take place in the space, including each 8th grade speech delivered by every member of the graduating class throughout the year.

The Children's Garden opened in the Fall of 2014 thanks to a generous gift from Paul Vambutas '82, P '24 and his family, and features an outdoor amphitheater, stone labyrinth, and tricycle track. The space was updated in 2023 with the construction of a natural wood playground and climbers for Buckley's youngest students to explore.

The Cronin Gym, named for Buckley parents Linda and Denis Cronin P '91 & '02. As Buckley's main gymnasium, the space hosts daily physical education classes for grades Pre-K through eight, basketball and volleyball games, as well as community events like the March Madness basketball tournament and Family Fun Night.

The Centennial Garden opened in the spring of 2024 after a two-year design and construction process. The landmark commemorating the school's 100th year of serving students and families on Long Island, it features bricks displaying the names of donors who contributed to the Centennial Celebration in 2023. Bricks also tell the story of major Buckley milestones over the school's first century, such as the year Red and Blue teams were established,

Buckley's pond is situated on the southwest side of the building, and can be viewed from The Hagedorn Library Learning Center wing where 5/6 humanities classes take place, and where our Nursery classrooms are located. Fully fenced, the pond is used throughout the summer by Buckley Day Camp and for school events like birthday parties and Senior Fun Day in the spring. Buckley science classes often visit the pond to observe nature and learn more about the plants, animals, and insects make their home on our campus habitat.

The Memorial Garden is a space for quiet reflection, memorializing members of the Buckley community who have passed on. Among the brick pathways visitors will find the names Buckley alumni, faculty, and family members, including memorials to the Buckley parents who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

The Bus Circle is a thoughtfully designed space that ensures a safe and efficient arrival and dismissal process for students who travel by bus and by car. Located on the south end of campus, the bus circle streamlines transportation and provides a warm and inviting atmosphere for students as they begin and end each day at Buckley.

Buckley Country Day School’s perimeter fence and front gate provide a safe and secure environment for the entire school community. Thoughtfully designed to accent the campus's architectural style, the fence and gate ensure privacy while welcoming families each day. Serving as the main point of entry, the front gate reflects Buckley’s commitment to creating a nurturing and protected space for learning and growth.

Buckley Country Day School’s tennis courts and outdoor basketball courts provide students with excellent spaces to develop athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Nestled within the school’s expansive 28-acre campus, these courts are hubs of activity, offering opportunities for physical education classes, team practices, and recreational play. Whether perfecting a serve or shooting hoops, students enjoy a vibrant outdoor environment that encourages both fitness and fun.