Preschool

If your child is under three, attend a Preschool Workshop. These are offered several times a week during the day and are a great place to begin the admissions process.

A Parents League advisor leads a ninety minute workshop that guides families through the admissions process: when to start, how old your child should be, how to develop a list of preschools to look at, the application process, what to look for, and what to expect. The emphasis is on giving parents information and dispelling misinformation. After you have attended the workshop, you can also speak to a Parents League advisor by phone.

The Parents League is affiliated with, or has accurate information on 450 preschools and early childhood programs. Our advisory team visits the schools regularly and has years of experience as teachers, admission directors, financial aid officers and independent school board members. They offer a unique perspective on the admission process.

Reservations are required to attend a Preschool Workshop and you must be a member. Please call 212-737-7385 or email psadvisory@parentsleague.org to make a reservation.

The Parents League has links to all member schools in the Schools section of the website.

Preschools start at different ages. The starting age they state is as of September 1 of the year the child will attend preschool. To calculate how old your child will be as of September 1, use the age calculator on the right hand side of this page. Age requirements will be discussed in detail at the Preschool Workshop.

For further information, see FAQ.