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The Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) was founded in 1929 by Dr. Maria Montessorito maintain the integrity of her life's work, and to ensure that it would be perpetuated after her death. The following is a list, taken from the AMI webisite, of Montessori schools located in New York City.

The Learn Your Way Center for Teenagers (LYWCT) is a Learner's Advisory Service specifically geared towards the young adult. The LYWCT provides information on college admissions, financial aid, alternatives to school, high school equivalency preparation, careers, recreational and leisure-time activities for those aged 12-21. Staff is available to speak to groups about educational resources and career information for young adults and be contacted at (212) 621-0633.

Site includes testing schedules, FAQ's and other valuable information.

The School Volunteer Program is the leading citizens' organization providing tutoring and instructional enrichment to students in the New York City public schools.

Parent Guide News provides a directory of Manhattan nursery, preschools, and private schools. Although this directory is not complete, there are links to many organization websites (when available) or to information about the organization including address, director, class size, and curriculum.

The New York Public Library's literacy program, the Centers for Reading and Writing (CRW), offers free tutoring in reading and writing to English-speaking adults, 16 years of age and older, through small group instruction. Centers located in Manhattan including the Harlem, St. Agnes and Seward Park Branches. Please call to verify program times and service hours.