Enrollment Information
Enrollment Information
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New Student Registration
September 3,4,5 and 6 From 9am to 12pm
MySchools.nyc
MySchools is an online directory of NYC public schools and programs, as well as an application system for families. During 3-K, Pre-K, Kindergarten, Gifted and Talented (G&T), middle school, or high school admissions, create a MySchools account(Open external link) to explore schools, apply, join waitlists, and get your offer.
Fall 2024 Admissions Timeline*
Below are the application open, close, and offer release dates for each of the admissions processes. These dates are for students who are applying during the 2023-2024 school year for admission in the 2024-2025 school year.
*Please note: These dates are subject to change. Any changes will be announced and communicated directly to families. Sign up for updates here(Open external link).
3-K
In New York City, you can apply to 3-K in the calendar year that your child turns three. 3-K brings free, full-day, high-quality education to three-year-old children in New York City— learn more about the benefits of 3-K here. Every school district has 3-K programs, and we make every effort to place students based on seat availability close to their home.
PRE-K
In New York City, children begin Pre-K in the calendar year they turn four. There is a Pre-K seat for every four-year-old in New York City. Children who attend free, full-day, high-quality Pre-K learn through play, build skills, and work together — learn more about the benefits of Pre-K here.
Welcome to NYC Kindergarten Admissions!
In New York City, children enter kindergarten in September of the calendar year they turn five. Children are guaranteed a kindergarten seat at a public school. Once your child starts kindergarten, they can remain at the same school until its final elementary grade. Scroll down and watch our video series to learn more about kindergarten admissions.
Watch our video series to learn more about kindergartenadmissions.
Get the latest updates, additional resources, and dates for Kindergarten admission events.
Sign up for the Kindergarten admissions email list to get admissions tips and reminders.
Need an elementary school for your child now?
Learn if your child has a zoned school by entering your address at schoolsearch.schools.nyc(Open external link) (this website includes schools' contact information) or by calling 311. Contact your zoned school directly to enroll. If you don't have a zoned school, contact a Family Welcome Center for help finding a school.
