Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) programs provide a nurturing environment where children's natural curiosity is used as a springboard to learn skills that are necessary for success in school.
All UPK programs are free of charge. Programs can be half-day or full-day; half-day programs may take place in the morning or afternoon. UPK programs are available at select NYC Department of Education (DOE) public schools and at many community-based organizations (CBOs). CBOs are independent groups that contract with the Department of Education to provide free pre-kindergarten programs and other services to families. Just like public school pre-k programs, CBOs are required by the City to provide high-quality instruction based on New York State's pre-kindergarten standards (the NYS Pre-Kindergarten Foundation for the Common Core).
Eligibility:
Children born in 2008 who reside in New York City are eligible to participate in UPK programs that are offered by the NYC Department of Education in the 2012-13 school year.
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here for more information on how to find a CBO program.
Please click on the links below for district-specific flyers to find out which
pre-kindergarten programs may still have seats available.
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