Welcome to Buckley
A Message from the Office of Admission
Dear Families,
Thank you for your interest in Buckley Country Day School and for taking the time to explore our school through our website. While you can learn a great deal online, we hope you’ll consider visiting our campus in person, either at an upcoming Open House or for a personal tour. There’s no better way to experience the warmth of our community and the energy of our classrooms than seeing it firsthand.
Just 18 miles northeast of New York City, Buckley is nestled on 28 pristine acres in the heart of Nassau County’s historic Gold Coast. Our location is both scenic and convenient, easily accessible from major transportation routes.
Buckley Country Day School is committed to elementary education, serving students in pre-nursery through eighth grade. As we embrace high academic and ethical standards for each student, we are guided by our mission to Opening The Eyes And Awakening The Mind. Our program balances the traditional and the innovative, emphasizing excellence in academics and a thorough exposure to the arts and physical education. We teach children to think creatively, read critically and reason logically, stressing the value of both individual learning and collaboration. Students leave Buckley Country Day School as well-rounded, articulate, resilient and morally responsible individuals. They are prepared to meet the challenges of a demanding secondary education and continue on the path of lifelong learning.
We know that finding the right school placement for your child is an exciting and important process; and we hope that you will consider the longer discussion about the match between Buckley Country Day School and your family. Please do not hesitate to call the Admissions Office should you have any additional questions.
Warm regards,
Colleen and Victoria
Colleen Ahern Fortuna
Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
516-472-2701
cfortuna@buckleycountryday.com
Victoria Piedmont P ’32
Assistant Director of Admission
Community Engagement Coordinator
516-627-1910, extension 2702