Eligibility/Applications
Prekindergarten Application Forms 2008-09

The prekindergarten application process for the 2008-09 school year is underway. 

Click here for the universal pre-Kindergarten frequently asked questions.

Click here for pre-Kindergarten application packet and the 2008-09 informational flyer.

To apply to pre-Kindergarten programs offered by CBOs, parents should submit applications directly to the appropriate CBOs. CBOs will continue to accept applications until all seats are filled.

Click here for the CBO application.

Article 47:
The Bureau of Child Care in the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) promotes and protects the health of children by regulating child care services in New York City.  This is enforced in Article 47 (Day Care Services) of the Health Code. 

Click here for the amendments of Article 47.


Steps to Success Brochure

Children who will be four years old by December 31 are eligible to enroll in prekindergarten. The Steps to Success Brochure provides all of the information that parents need to know to register their children in prekindergarten, kindergarten and 1st grade. To download the Steps to Success Brochure select the appropriate grade and language below.

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2008-2009 Prekindergarten Brochure

2008-2009 Kindergarten-Grade One Brochure