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 …

Dec 9, 2025 · Parents or guardians can apply for kindergarten online, by phone, or by visiting a Family Welcome Center. All applications received by the application deadline will be treated the same, …

5 days ago · New York City has opened applications for kindergarten in public elementary schools for the 2026-2027 school year. Students enter kindergarten in September of the calendar year they turn …

6 days ago · Kindergarten applications are open. We talked to experts to answer your questions.

6 days ago · NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) — Kindergarten applications in New York City Public Schools are now open for the 2026-2027 academic year. In New York City, children enter kindergarten in …

All children who were born in 2019 and live in New York City are eligible to start kindergarten in September 2024. The DOE must provide a kindergarten seat to any child born in 2019 whose parent …

Feb 7, 2023 · - Zoned, non-zoned, dual language, and G&T programs are all on one form. - Some schools have special programs—like G&T or Dual Language—that you list separately. Others? Just …

Apr 8, 2025 · Applying for kindergarten at NYC independent and private schools seems complicated, especially if you didn’t grow up here. Or even if you did! This journey requires planning, patience, …

Feb 23, 2024 · New York City is requiring district elementary schools to choose from a limited set of evidence-based reading curriculum starting in kindergarten, with the goal of improving literacy …

While UPK programs throughout the State may look different, all must offer a developmentally appropriate program that aligns with the New York State Prekindergarten Learning Standards.