Pre-K Admissions

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Last Chance to Apply for 3-K and Pre-K Admissions

Have children born in 2019 or 2020? Learn more about New York City's 3-K and Pre-K early childhood education programs, including eligibility requirements and service options, and submit your application for fall 2023 admissions by the end of the day of our new extended deadline on Monday, March 13!

The Morning BellMarch 13, 2023

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The Month Ahead (March 2023)

See what's happening in NYC public schools this month! Highlights include parent-teacher conferences, application deadlines for 3-K and Pre-K admissions, PSAT/SAT School Days, and our monthlong celebration of Women's History Month.

The Morning BellMarch 3, 2023

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3-K Admissions Featured Pre-K Admissions

Apply for 3-K and Pre-K Admissions by March 10

The Morning BellJanuary 31, 2023

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Featured Pre-K Admissions

Pre-K Offers Now Available for Fall 2022 Applicants

Submitted an application for NYC pre-kindergarten programs earlier this year? Check your MySchools account for your child's pre-K offer letter, and accept your offer today!

The Morning BellMay 20, 2022

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Pre-K Admissions

Apply for Pre-K Admissions by March 18!

Time is running out! NYC families with children born in 2018 have until Friday, March 18 to submit their 2022 Pre-K applications. Learn more about the City's Pre-K Admissions process, including eligibility requirements, availability, and program options, and complete your child's application TODAY.

The Morning BellMarch 17, 2022

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DOE Calendars

The Month Ahead (March 2022)

See what's happening in NYC public schools this month! Highlights include parent-teacher conferences, application deadlines for Pre-K, middle, and high school admissions, SAT School Day, and New York State's upcoming ELA assessments for students in grades 3–8.

The Morning BellMarch 9, 2022

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3-K Admissions Featured Pre-K Admissions

Applications for 2022 3-K and Pre-K Admissions Now Open

NYC families with children born in 2018 or 2019 can apply for Pre-K and 3-K! Learn more about the City's 3-K/Pre-K Admissions processes, including eligibility requirements, availability, and program options, and complete your child's application TODAY.

The Morning BellFebruary 28, 2022

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DOE Calendars Featured

The Month Ahead (February 2022)

See what's happening in NYC public schools this month, courtesy of the DOE's official 2021–22 school calendar. Highlights this month Black History Month, Respect for All (RFA) Week, and Midwinter Recess.

The Morning BellFebruary 9, 2022

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2021 Pre-K Admissions Ends April 19

Time is running out to apply for New York City's pre-K programs! If you have a child born in 2017, apply for free, full-day pre-K by Monday, April 19, for a fall 2021 pre-K seat!

The Morning BellApril 16, 2021

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DOE Calendars Featured

The Month Ahead (March 2021)

See what's ahead for NYC public schools in March 2021. Highlights include Parent Teacher Conferences, SAT School Day, and the start of Spring Recess.

The Morning BellMarch 1, 2021

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3-K Admissions Featured NYC Public Schools 101 Pre-K Admissions

Applications for 3-K and Pre-K Admissions Now Open

NYC families with children born in 2017 or 2018 can apply for 3-K and pre-K! Learn more about the City's 3-K/Pre-K Admissions processes, including eligibility requirements, availability, and program options, and complete your child's application TODAY.

The Morning BellMarch 1, 2021

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Featured NYC Public Schools 101 Pre-K Admissions

Pre-K Offers Are Now Available

Families who applied to pre-k during the 2020 Pre-K Admissions Process can now view and accept their child's offers on MySchools!

The Morning BellMay 19, 2020

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Deadline to Apply to Pre-K Extended to March 29

NYC families with children born in 2016 now have more time to apply for the City's Pre-K for All programs. Learn more about NYC's Pre-K Admissions process, and submit your child's application TODAY.

The Morning BellMarch 16, 2020

DOE Calendars Featured

The Month Ahead (March 2020)

See what's ahead for NYC public schools in March 2020. Highlights include Parent Teacher Conferences, SAT School Day, the deadline for Pre-K Admissions, and NY State ELA exams for students in grades 3–5.

The Morning BellMarch 1, 2020

3-K Admissions Featured NYC Public Schools 101 Pre-K Admissions

Time to Apply for 3-K and Pre-K

NYC families with children born in 2016 or 2017 can apply for free Pre-K and 3-K between now and March 16, 2020! Learn more about the City's 3-K/Pre-K Admissions process, including eligibility requirements, availability, and program options, and complete your child's application TODAY.

The Morning BellFebruary 25, 2020

Last Chance to Apply for 3-K and Pre-K Admissions

The Month Ahead (March 2023)

Apply for 3-K and Pre-K Admissions by March 10

Pre-K Offers Now Available for Fall 2022 Applicants

Apply for Pre-K Admissions by March 18!

The Month Ahead (March 2022)

Applications for 2022 3-K and Pre-K Admissions Now Open

The Month Ahead (February 2022)

2021 Pre-K Admissions Ends April 19

The Month Ahead (March 2021)

Applications for 3-K and Pre-K Admissions Now Open

Pre-K Offers Are Now Available

Deadline to Apply to Pre-K Extended to March 29

The Month Ahead (March 2020)

Time to Apply for 3-K and Pre-K

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