The British International School of New York was established in 2006 at Waterside Plaza, an upscale development on the East River in the Kips Bay neighbourhood of Manhattan, New York City. The student body is a mix of British expatriates, American nationals and students from other countries, and includes both boys and girls. The school serves students from age three up to fourteen years old. Its facilities include a swimming pool, secured playground, gymnasium, and Smart Boards in every classroom. It is run for profit. The school offers rolling admissions, so that children can enter the school throughout the year, as long as there is space available. This is particularly helpful for families who have been transferred internationally at short notice.