A few weeks ago, our Year 3 (2nd grade) and Year 4 (3rd grade) students stepped beyond the classroom and into the heart of history during a memorable visit to the American Museum of Natural History. This wasn’t just a field trip—it was a hands-on learning experience that brought our curriculum to life and sparked curiosity in every corner of the Chamber of Human Origins.
As Principal Jimmy Frawley shared, “It was a joy to see our students so engaged—asking questions, making connections, and collaborating with enthusiasm. This trip was a brilliant example of learning beyond the classroom, and we’re proud of how thoughtfully and respectfully our students approached the experience.”
At NAISNY, we love taking advantage of all that New York City has to offer. We’re always looking for ways to enrich our students’ learning through experiences that extend beyond the classroom and connect directly to their topics of study. This museum visit exemplified our commitment to academic excellence, immersive learning, and global awareness—three of our core educational themes.
Our students’ reflections reveal just how impactful the trip was:
“I learnt that early humans looked a lot different to modern humans. For example, Lucy was shorter and her face was wider than ours. In the Early Humans Exhibit, there was an informative film you could watch and it taught me lots about what the early humans did and how the animals lived at that time.”
— Leo, Year 4
“It was so interesting to go to the museum to learn about human evolution and see how we evolved from monkeys to humans. Lucy was the first human but she still looked a bit like a monkey which was so cool! It was so fun to actually be able to see all the skeletons and learn with my friends in 4P and Year 3 too!”
— Sebastian, Year 4
“I learnt that early humans had to hunt for resources but they also had to find a good shelter because they could have been attacked by animals too—they were hunters but also hunted! I loved that there were so many facts and things to look at, it was really fun!”
— Zach, Year 4
These insights show how our students are not only absorbing knowledge but also developing critical thinking and empathy—hallmarks of our social purpose and personalized learning approach.
At NAISNY, we strive to empower every child’s future by tailoring learning to their interests and strengths. Trips like this one allow students to connect classroom concepts with tangible experiences, fostering a deeper understanding of the world and their place in it.
Whether it’s through museum visits, collaborations with global partners like MIT and UNICEF, or creative projects in our new Hive breakout space, we’re committed to nurturing confident, curious learners who are ready to make their mark.
We’re always planning our next adventures—creating more opportunities for our students to explore, reflect, and grow.
We are NAISNY: rooted in a vibrant community, always keen on learning more about each other and the world.
