Welcome from the
Director of Admissions and Recruitment
Dear Prospective Parents and Guardians,
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We’re delighted you’re considering De La Salle Academy for your child’s middle school journey. As you learn more about us, we hope you’ll discover what makes DLSA such a special place, a school rooted in values, built for middle schoolers, and committed to unlocking each student’s full potential.
At DLSA, our La Sallian mission guides everything we do. We’ve designed a program specifically for the middle school years, one that balances academic rigor with creativity, emotional growth, and leadership development. We are proud to provide equal access to an affordable, world-class independent school education—and to prepare students to thrive in high school, college, and beyond.
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We take middle school seriously because we know it matters. It’s the foundation for everything that follows, and we believe it should be a time of discovery, creativity, purpose, and joy.
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We will begin accepting applications for students entering Grades 6 and 7 for Fall 2026, beginning this fall. If you haven’t already, we invite you to explore our Admissions page to learn more about the application process, financial aid, and how to begin your DLSA journey.​ You may also contact us directly at admissions@dlsanyc.org.
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Interested in seeing us in action? Join us at our upcoming open house on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 5pm or join us via Zoom on Wednesday, December 3. 2025 at 5:30 PM for our Virtual Information Session. This event is for families who cannot attend our in-person Open House.
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If you have any questions, our friendly Admissions team is always happy to help. Give us a call at 212-316-5840 ext. 104. We are here to support you every step of the way.
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Warmly,
Vinesha Phillip-Civil
Director of Admissions and Enrollment
De La Salle Academy is a proud member of the Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY). Founded in 1965, ISAAGNY aims to ensure orderly, professional, and equitable admissions processes at member schools: we do so by observing a shared admissions timeline, engaging in professional development to hone our collective craft, exchanging resources and best practices, and more. The resulting spirit of cooperation serves schools, families, and nearly 30,000 students across greater New York.