Enrollment by Grade

Click or tap on the links below to learn more about each admissions process.

**Need a school right away? Visit our New Students page or request support from Family Welcome Center staff.**

Pre-K

Apply to pre-K programs the year your child turns 4. There is a pre-K seat for every 4-year-old NYC resident.
Kindergarten

Your child will enter kindergarten in the calendar year they turn 5. Apply even if your child is a current pre-K student.
Gifted and Talented

In the fall before your child's kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade year, sign your child up to take the G&T test. Students with qualifying scores can apply to G&T.
Middle School

Apply during the fall of your child’s 5th grade year (or 6th grade for students in K-6 schools).