Education & Schools

Greater Amsterdam School District

The Greater Amsterdam School District has a population of about 3,700 students in grades Pre-K through 12.

‍St. Mary's Institute

St. Mary's Institute is a private Catholic school in Amsterdam currently serving Early Childhood through 8.

Whispering Pines Preschool

Whispering Pines is a private preschool located in Amsterdam.

Head Start Preschool

Head Start Preschool services are provided by the Fulmont Community Action Agency for ages 3 to 5.

Fulton-Montgomery Community College

Fulton-Montgomery Community College is part of the SUNY system providing 2-year higher education degree programs and a variety of professional certificate programs.

Additional Higher Education Institutions Within a 45-Minute Drive of Amsterdam

  • Schenectady County Community College
  • Hudson Valley Community College
  • SUNY Cobleskill
  • SUNY Albany
  • Empire State College
  • Excelsior College
  • Maria College
  • Albany College of Pharmacy
  • Siena College
  • Skidmore College
  • College of Saint Rose
  • Union College
  • Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
  • Russell Sage College