Where Kids
Love to Learn
Inquiry-based, nature-connected, future-ready education for grades K–8 — nestled on 26 acres in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY.
Education built for
how children actually learn
At Hudson Lab School, students don't sit and receive, they investigate, design, build, and present. Every project is a doorway into rigorous academics, genuine curiosity, and meaningful collaboration with peers.
Our masterful educators meet each child where they are, nurturing a growth mindset and a love of learning that lasts far beyond graduation.
"The only K–8 progressive, project-based school in Westchester County — where every student is known, challenged, and celebrated."
Skills that last a lifetime,
not just until the test
Academic Excellence
Rigorous, hands-on learning that meets and exceeds academic standards through deep real-world application.
Clear Communication
Students learn to present ideas, give critique, and advocate for themselves; skills that open every door.
Confidence Through Curiosity
Risk-taking is celebrated, mistakes are lessons, and every child builds a strong, grounded identity.
Innovation Mindset
Design thinking, technology, and nature-connected learning cultivate bold problem-solvers ready for any future.
Collaboration & Empathy
Cross-cultural understanding and community responsibility are woven into every project and every day.
Civic Stewardship
Students graduate ready to advocate for themselves, their communities, and the planet they will inherit.
A complete journey,
K through 8
Grades K–5
Lower School
Where wonder takes root. Young learners explore foundational academics through inquiry, play, and collaborative hands-on projects in a warm, nurturing environment.
Explore Lower School →Grades 6–8
Middle School
Students take ownership of their learning, tackling complex interdisciplinary projects and building the independence to thrive in high school and beyond.
Explore Middle School →Daily
After School
Enriching programs that extend the HLS spirit — arts, athletics, academic support — in the same safe, connected community your child already loves.
Learn About After School →Summer
Camp Hudson
A summer of discovery on our 26-acre campus. Science, art, nature, and friendship in the HLS spirit — joyful, curious, and fully alive.
Explore Summer Camp →Everything you need to know about HLS
Download our comprehensive HLS Family Guide and discover if Hudson Lab School is the right fit for your child — no obligation, no pressure.
- How we respect the joys of childhood while preparing kids for the future
- Our 21st-century approach: Project-Based Learning & Design Thinking
- Small class sizes, masterful teachers, growth-over-grades philosophy
- Our commitment to helping students build a strong, meaningful identity
- A portrait of an HLS graduate and the skills they carry into the world
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Hear it from the
families who know best
Both my kids are so excited about coming to school every day. It's unlike anything I've ever seen… and I'm a teacher!
My daughter went from dreading school to begging to stay late to finish her project. Hudson Lab School changed everything for our family.
The teachers actually know my son — not just his grades, but who he is. He's grown into someone more confident and more kind than I could have imagined.
See the difference
for yourself
The best way to understand Hudson Lab School is to experience it. Walk our 26-acre campus, observe project-based learning in action, and meet the educators who make it all possible.
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Hudson Lab School is a NYSAIS Provisional Member school and a recognized leader in progressive K–8 education in Westchester County.
Hastings-on-Hudson
Westchester County