Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 13:58     Subject: Privates w/ highest percentage working moms
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:The current economy and inflation will also make it more rare for SAHMs in general


I find it less about money situation, since everyone is either pretty well off or down right rich at these schools, but more about finding purpose and the network. Work is still a huge part of a person’s identity and when kids graduate from the diaper and preschool phase it becomes especially important to have a meaningful endeavor. Doesn’t have to be a desk job but some sort of passion or cause. Like being involved with philanthropy or volunteering


Yes, some of the moms are very passionate about appearing to be socialites and attending lunches in Central Park wearing big hats. Lol.
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 13:50     Subject: Privates w/ highest percentage working moms
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:The current economy and inflation will also make it more rare for SAHMs in general


tbh it's rare for both parents to need to work to afford private schools. usually one spouse brings in the majority of the income, as there are outsize gains to working very long hours. If 2 spouses work, then one often has a WFH or "hobby" job and does most of the household mgmt. both parents working high profile jobs leaves no time for the children, even with a staff.


The moms at our school have seriously impressive jobs, e.g, in banking, law and medicine. Since it is all girls, I wonder if that is a factor in admission.
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 12:58     Subject: Privates w/ highest percentage working moms
Anonymous wrote:The current economy and inflation will also make it more rare for SAHMs in general


tbh it's rare for both parents to need to work to afford private schools. usually one spouse brings in the majority of the income, as there are outsize gains to working very long hours. If 2 spouses work, then one often has a WFH or "hobby" job and does most of the household mgmt. both parents working high profile jobs leaves no time for the children, even with a staff.
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 12:27     Subject: Privates w/ highest percentage working moms
Anonymous wrote:The current economy and inflation will also make it more rare for SAHMs in general


I find it less about money situation, since everyone is either pretty well off or down right rich at these schools, but more about finding purpose and the network. Work is still a huge part of a person’s identity and when kids graduate from the diaper and preschool phase it becomes especially important to have a meaningful endeavor. Doesn’t have to be a desk job but some sort of passion or cause. Like being involved with philanthropy or volunteering