Preparing Your Child for Preschool: A Parent’s Complete Guide
November 2, 2026
For many Brooklyn families, choosing a preschool starts long before the first day of school. If your child will begin preschool in September 2027, now is a good time to learn how Park Slope preschool admissions work, which programs fit your family, and what questions to ask along the way. Planning early gives you room to visit schools, compare options, and make a confident decision without feeling rushed.
This guide walks you through when to start, how the process typically unfolds, what to look for during a tour, and how to take the next step with Brooklyn Preschool of Science in Park Slope.
Many families start researching preschools about a year before their child’s first day. For a Fall 2027 start, that means the fall and winter of 2026 are a practical time to begin. Starting early lets you visit programs at an unhurried pace and gather the information you need before applications and decisions come due.
Timing also depends on your child. A family looking for a twos program has different questions than a family preparing a four-year-old for kindergarten, so consider where your child will be developmentally next September.
Every school sets its own timeline, so treat this as a starting point rather than a fixed schedule.
Private preschool admissions usually follow a similar path: an inquiry, a visit, an application, and an enrollment decision. The details vary, including application fees, required documents, and how schools manage interest when they have more applicants than open spots.
At Brooklyn Preschool of Science, families can find our 2027–2028 application forms on our enrollment page. Our current admission materials list a non-refundable $100 application fee. Because timing and availability can change from year to year, we encourage families to contact the school directly to confirm current application timing, decisions, and enrollment availability.
Many Park Slope families also look at New York City’s free public programs, 3-K and Pre-K for All. These programs run on a citywide application calendar. For children born in 2023, NYC Public Schools lists the Fall 2027 Pre-K application window as January 13 to February 26, 2027, with offers expected May 11, 2027. The city notes that these dates are subject to change, so check the official NYC Public Schools Pre-K admissions page for current information.
If you are considering both public and private options, map out both calendars early so you are not choosing between programs under pressure.
A website can tell you about a school’s philosophy, but a visit shows you how that philosophy works in practice. During a tour you can see how teachers speak with children, how classrooms are arranged, and whether the atmosphere feels calm, engaged, and welcoming.
Tours also help you picture your own child in the space. Notice how children move between activities, how materials are organized, and whether learning looks hands-on and age-appropriate.
Brooklyn Preschool of Science is currently offering campus tours. If you are interested in our preschool in Park Slope, contact the school to schedule a visit.
Coming prepared with questions makes a tour more useful and makes it easier to compare schools afterward. Consider bringing a short list like this one:
Take brief notes after each visit. Details that seem memorable on the day can blur together once you have seen several schools.
Once you have toured a few schools, compare them on the things that matter most to your family. Location and schedule are practical starting points, but the learning environment deserves equal attention.
There is no single right answer. The best fit is the program where your child feels secure and curious, and where you feel confident in the partnership with teachers.
As you move from research to applying, a little organization goes a long way. Keep a simple folder or spreadsheet with each school’s application materials, fees, contact information, and any dates they share with you.
If your child is not yet potty-trained, ask each school about its approach. At Brooklyn Preschool of Science, children do not need to be fully potty-trained to attend, and teachers partner with families through that process.
Brooklyn Preschool of Science brings a hands-on, science-inspired approach to early childhood education. Children learn by asking questions, observing, experimenting, and discovering how the world works, alongside art, music, movement, early literacy, and play.
Our Park Slope campus at 65 Park Place serves children ages 2 to 5, with programs including our Twos Program and our Threes and Fours Program. Our admission materials list morning (9 AM–12 PM), full-day (9 AM–3 PM), and extended-day (8 AM–6 PM) sessions, with 3-, 4-, or 5-day attendance options. Current schedule options and rates are listed on our tuition page.
Many families begin about a year before their child's planned start date. For Fall 2027, researching and touring in the fall and winter of 2026 gives you time to compare programs and confirm each school's application timing.
Yes. Brooklyn Preschool of Science is currently offering campus tours. Contact the school to schedule a visit to our Park Slope campus.
Bring a short list of questions about daily routines, learning approach, schedules, communication, and safety. Ask about the next steps in the application process and when you can expect to hear back.
Our Park Slope campus serves children ages 2 to 5.
The 2027–2028 application forms are available on our enrollment page, and our current admission materials list a non-refundable $100 application fee. Please contact the school to confirm current application timing, decisions, and enrollment availability.
Planning ahead makes the preschool search calmer and more informed. If you are exploring options for Fall 2027, we invite you to visit Brooklyn Preschool of Science in Park Slope and see our classrooms in person.
Brooklyn Preschool of Science — Park Slope
65 Park Place, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Phone: 718-622-1203
Call the school or visit our enrollment page to schedule a tour and learn about next steps.
CEO, Brooklyn Preschool of Science
