Why Choose Harley?
Student-centered, Inquiry-based: Aiming Higher.
Our independent school in Rochester, NY is a welcoming, close-knit community where students find their place, ignite their passions, discover the joy in learning, and are prepared for success in our ever-evolving world.
About The Harley School
We help students learn to dig deep into the process of growing while uncovering what makes them thrive as learners. They are motivated to become people who explore with confidence, value imagination and empathy, and tackle challenges.
Our academic program is designed to leverage and encourage the development of traits in a young person’s mind, including: critical thinking, an enduring drive toward genuine understanding, and the ability to risk “mistakes” to fuel growth. Through a curriculum that emphasizes hands-on and project-based learning, our approach encourages students to value multiple perspectives and rise to complex challenges.
A Warm Welcome to Harley
As the Director of Enrollment, it is my pleasure to introduce you to the vibrant independent school learning community here at Harley. We take pride in offering an exceptional educational experience, grounded in a progressive approach that emphasizes deep, student-centered learning. From Nursery through Upper School, our programs foster curiosity, creativity, and the confidence to think independently. At Harley, we are committed to helping each student develop not only strong academic skills but also the emotional intelligence needed to thrive in a dynamic and ever-changing world.
At Harley, students engage in opportunities they won’t find elsewhere in Rochester, NY. In the Lower School, our third graders build their entrepreneurial skills by growing, harvesting, marketing, and selling garlic in our on-campus microfarm. Our Middle School capstone projects allow students to collaborate with faculty mentors to explore independent research. And our groundbreaking Upper School hospice program offers graduating seniors the chance to learn how to care for others who truly need their purposeful, non-judgmental attention. Our small classes taught by our dedicated faculty ensure that each student is supported as they discover their academic and personal strengths. We invite you to explore the enriching and inclusive environment that makes Harley a place where students “Become What Thou Art.”
Meet Our Enrollment Team
Amanda Patterson
Associate Director of Enrollment and International Student Program Coordinator apatterson@harleyschool.orgGetting to Know You and Your Child
At Harley, we foster connections from the start. We meet with you and your child to discuss your aspirations, answer questions, and determine your child’s readiness for our program.