3-K & Pre-K
Thank you for your interest in PS 96, serving grades 3K through 8th.
Thank you for your interest in PS 96, serving grades 3K through 8th. PS 96 is a District 4 school, which is a zoned district.
To Apply to Kindergarten or 6th Grade
NYC families can use MySchools to apply to kindergarten and middle school in the DOE.
3-K & Pre-K Eligibility
Children who turn four during the current calendar year (January 1 through December 31) are eligible for Pre-K, and children who turn three during the current calendar year are eligible for 3-K.
3-K
Children who turn three during the current calendar year (January 1 – December 31).
A nurturing, play-based first classroom experience where our youngest Lions develop social, emotional, and early literacy skills through guided exploration.
- 15 students per class
- One head teacher + one paraprofessional
- Born in 2023 for Fall 2026
Pre-K
Children who turn four during the current calendar year (January 1 – December 31).
Pre-K at PS 96 prepares children for kindergarten and beyond through hands-on learning, literacy-rich classrooms, and a strong foundation in math and social skills.
- 18 students per class
- One head teacher + one paraprofessional
- Born in 2022 for Fall 2026
Fall 2026 Admissions
Kindergarten
Children born in 2021
3-K & Pre-K
Born in 2023 (3-K) and 2022 (Pre-K 4s)
Applications are submitted through MySchools NYC.
Enrollment Questions?
Our team is here to help you through every step of the application process.