Applying to 2-K
Starting in September 2026, New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) will offer a free early childhood care and education program for two-year-old children. 2-K will offer care for up to 10 hours a day for the full year. Enrollment will not depend on income, housing status, immigration status, disability, or other factors.
If your child was born in 2024, they are eligible for this new early care and education program.
