PS 172 Admissions

PreK and Kindergarten School Tours

Thank you for your interest in PS172, where learners soar to great heights!

Join us for an upcoming tour to meet staff and see teachers and students in action. We'd love to show you what makes our school special, and to hear and answer your questions.

 

You can view a virtual presentation here.

For questions, email School Secretary, Adriana Arevalo at AArevalo4@schools.nyc.gov or Assistant Principal, Debbie Nikrad at DNikrad@schools.nyc.gov 

  • Kindergarten tour flier
  • Kindergarten tour flier in Spanish

Kindergarten Admissions

Kindergarten applications for the 2025-2026 school year open December 10, 2024 and close on January 24, 2025. 

For more information, visit the NYCPS Kindergarten enrollment website.

Pre-K Admissions

In New York City, children begin Pre-K in the calendar year they turn four. There is a Pre-K seat for every four-year-old in New York City. Children who attend free, full-day, high-quality Pre-K learn through play, build skills, and work together —  learn more about the benefits of Pre-K here.

 

 

Fall 2025 Admissions Timeline*

Below are the application open, close, and offer release dates. These dates are for students who are applying during the 2024-2025 school year for admission in the 2025-2026 school year.

*Please note: These dates are subject to change. Any changes will be announced and communicated directly to families. Sign up for updates here.

Pre-K Admissions

  • Wednesday, January 15, 2025: Pre-K Application Opens
  • Friday, February 28, 2025: Pre-K Application Closes
  • Tuesday, May 13, 2025: Pre-K Offer Release 

Learn more about the NYC DOE and preK here.