APPLYING TO EARLY CHILDHOOD

Want to learn more? Join us for one of our January or February virtual or in-person Info Sessions.

Virtual

Tuesday, January 7: 12 pm and 7 pm

Monday, February 10: 7 pm

In-Person at the H.E.S. 

Thursday, January 16: 6:30 pm

Wednesday, February 5: 6:30 pm

Meet Tonya and Raymona, our Early Childhood Directors. Learn about our 3-K and Pre-K (UPK) program and applying to the 2025-2026 School Year. Open Q&A session at end.

January and February Info Sessions Sign Up

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Early Childhood Video

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Whether you are a new family or a current family, we are honored that you have chosen us to be one of the first stepping stones in your child’s educational journey and for trusting us with your child. 

3-K Applications 

Children born in 2022 can enroll for the 2025-2026 school year.

Pre-K (UPK) Applications

Children born in 2021 can enroll for the 2025-2026 school year.

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

Follow the steps below to make the enrollment process smooth and efficient:

Step 1:

  • First apply via the NYC DOE’s MySchools portal. The portal will be open January 15 through February 28, 2025. 
  • On MySchools, families can find us by searching the school code 18KAVQ.
  • If you are interested in H.E.S. Early Childhood, please indicate us as your first choice.

Step 2:

  • You will receive your NYC official letter of placement in mid-May.
  • You must accept the offer by the due date or the H.E.S. cannot guarantee a seat will be reserved for your child.
  • Complete your H.E.S. Early Childhood Registration here for 3-K and Pre-K (UPK).

If you are a family that has an active ACS or HRA voucher and was offered a seat, please contact us directly as the information needed to process your application will require more documentation.

For more information about the Early Childhood Program, contact Raymona Pittman at (718) 241-3000 ext. 119 or Tonya Williams at (718) 241-3000 ext. 130 or email [email protected].

Need assistance registering? Check out our Registration Assistance page or contact H.E.S. Registration by calling (718) 241-3000 ext. 122 or (718) 241-3000 ext. 131.