How to Apply for PreK
2021 Pre-K Virtual Open House
Monday, March 8
10:30 am
via ZOOM
to RSVP: call (718) 437-6135 x2010
or email Jill Reinier, Parent Coordinator at jreinier@schools.nyc.gov
2021 Pre-K Virtual Open House
Tuesday, March 23
5:00 pm
via ZOOM
to RSVP: call (718) 437-6135 x2010
or email Jill Reinier, Parent Coordinator at jreinier@schools.nyc.gov
2021 Pre-K Virtual Open House
Monday, April 5
10:30 am
via ZOOM
to RSVP: call (718) 437-6135 x2010
or email Jill Reinier, Parent Coordinator at jreinier@schools.nyc.gov
Admissions Timeline
2021 Pre-Kindergarten
February 24 - April 7, 2021
Pre-K Application period
May 2021
Placement Letters sent home
May 2021
Pre-registration begins
September 2021
First Day of School
How to Apply for Pre-K
All NYC students turning four years old in 2021 are eligible to apply for pre-kindergarten (Pre-K).
Pre-K is a free, high-quality program that runs five days per week from September through June. Most pre-k options are on a full-day schedule (6 hours and 20 minutes); however, some 5-hour and half-day (2 hours and 20 minutes) options are also available.
To find a Pre-K near you, visit Pre-K Finder and type in your address in the space provided.
Step 1. Explore Your Options
To explore your options,
view the Pre-K Admission Guide online
Step 2. Your Application
You can apply for Pre-K by
- using the online application
- calling (718) 935-2009
- contacting a Family Welcome Center
Family Welcome Centers
Due to COVID-19, all Family Welcome Center’s physical locations are temporarily closed, but staff members are available to support remotely Monday - Friday.
Contact District 15 Family Welcome Center with enrollment questions - 89thFWC@schools.nyc.gov Opens in a new browser tab
Need a school for your child Opens in a new browser tab ? Have other questions? Here’s what to do:
- Step 1: Fill out this Student Registration Form Opens in a new browser tab . Providing this information will help us help you more quickly!
- Step 2: Identify your local Family Welcome Center: this is determined by your school district.
- To learn your school district, enter your home address here Opens in a new browser tab or call 311.
- Step 3: Email your Family Welcome Center
- Be sure to attach your completed Student Registration Form.
- If you are new or returning to New York City public schools, or your address has changed, be sure to ALSO include the documents in this Pre-Registration Checklist Opens in a new browser tab .
In your email, please let us know:
- Your child's first name, last name, date of birth, and OSIS number
- If you need support in another language
- If you (the child's parent/guardian) are deaf or hard-of-hearing
Step 3. Placement in a Program
After you submit your application, you will receive notification about your child’s pre-kindergarten placement in May 2021.
You will automatically be placed on the wait-list for programs you ranked higher than the program where your child received an offer. Schools will contact families on the wait-list directly if they are able to offer them a seat. No additional action is required to remain on the wait-list.
Step 4. Pre-Registration
In order to accept the placement you were offered, you must call the school to make an appointment to register your child.
When registering for Pre-K you must bring your child with you.
You must also bring
Proof of your child’s age (birth certificate or passport)
Two documents verifying proof of residence. Acceptable documents are listed below
Utility bill (National Grid or Con Edison) or cable television bill in the resident’s name, dated within the past 60 days
Original lease agreement, deed, or mortgage statement for the residence
Current property tax bill for the residence
Water bill for the residence, dated within the past 90 days
Official payroll documentation from an employer (i.e. payroll receipt), dated within the past 60 days
Document from a federal, state or local government agency (on letterhead) indicating the resident’s name and address (i.e. document from the IRS, NYCHA, or ACS), dated within the past 60 days
Government-issued ID card with address