Public school pre-kindergarten application news (DEADLINE IS TODAY)Public school pre-kindergarten application news. To submit a public school pre-k application, CLICK HERE. If you are considering sending your toddler(s) to pre-K then get your application paperwork ready.

The application period is from March 3rd – April 23rd (original deadline was April 1st and it has now been extended!).

Things to Know: NYC children who turn 4 years old in 2014 are eligible to attend pre-k for the 2014-2015 school year. Pre-k is free for NYC families. There are two programs available…half-day mornings or afternoons (2.5 hours) or full-day (6.20 hours). Applications can be submitted in person or online. Don’t forget the Department of Education has added additional seats for full-day pre-k classes

Information sessions have been held throughout the Winter, but parents are able to call 3-1-1 for more information.

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To learn more, log onto: http://schools.nyc.gov/ChoicesEnrollment/PreK/default.htm