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Applying to Kindergarten

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Families may begin the application process for the 2026-2027 school year via MyHA. You can start the process right away, and there is no fee to apply.

Children applying to kindergarten must be five years old by September 1 of the year they enter kindergarten. Applications are accepted during the fall prior to entry. 

The family application form and preliminary tuition worksheet are due by November 29. You should also schedule your child’s in-person playdate (Saturday, November 9 or Saturday, December 7) and FLI Assessment (flexible but must be completed by January 2) as soon as possible via myHA. 

You are encouraged to attend our “Getting to Know Harlem Academy” events. Please see the calendar for more information and to sign up.

Harlem Academy Open House (in-person)
Wednesday, Nov 12th, 2025
(6:30-8:30 p.m.)
Applications Due (Priority)
Includes family application form and preliminary tuition worksheet. Request to complete questionnaire sent to your child’s current teacher.

Friday, Nov 28th, 2025
All Application Materials Submitted
Includes FLI assessment results, most recent report card (if available), teacher questionnaire, and personal recommendation.
Thursday, Jan 2, 2026
Getting to know Harlem Academy (Virtual)
Wednesday,
Feb 4th, 2026
(6:30-7:30 p.m.)
Decision Notification
Friday, Feb 6, 2026

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655 St. Nicholas Avenue
New York, NY, 10030


P (212) 348-2600
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