Dear New Yorker,
Children born in 2009 who live in New York City are eligible for free pre-kindergarten (pre-k) programs at public elementary schools and community-based organizations (CBOs).
Below is some important information that we just received from the NYC Department of Education (DOE) about how families can apply:
Public School Pre-K Programs
- Apply between March 4 - April 5, 2013
- Apply online or in-person at an enrollment office starting March 4
- Admissions is not first-come, first-served
Community-Based Organization (CBO) Pre-K Programs
- Ongoing application process
- Contact CBOs directly to apply
- Admissions policies vary by CBO
2013-2014 Pre-Kindergarten Directory and Flyer
The Pre-Kindergarten Directory is available online, at enrollment offices, and at public elementary schools with pre-kindergarten programs. The Directory will help families learn about the pre-k admissions process and available program options. The pre-k flyer is available here (in English and translated versions).
Pre-Kindergarten Information Sessions
Families are invited to attend an information session where they can learn more about pre-k admissions for the 2013-2014 school year. All information sessions will be held from 6:00 – 7:30 pm.
Borough |
Date (2013) |
Location |
Address |
Queens |
Monday, March 4 |
Long Island City High School |
14-30 Broadway |
Manhattan |
Tuesday, March 5 |
Brandeis High School Campus |
145 West 84th Street |
Bronx |
Wednesday, March 6 |
P.S. 5 Port Morris |
564 Jackson Avenue |
Staten Island |
Thursday, March 7 |
P.S. 069 Daniel D. Tompkins |
144 Keating Place |
Brooklyn |
Monday, March 11 |
Sunset Park High School |
153 35th Street |
For more information, please call 718-935-2009 or visit the DOE's pre-k website.
Sincerely,
Christine C. Quinn
Speaker
NYC Council
Robert Jackson
Chair, Education Committee
NYC Council