Application Process
Dear Families!
We are thrilled to share our learning community with you throughout the admissions process. TriBeCa Community School is a welcoming and engaging place for young children to discover and explore their interests and construct knowledge through exciting and enriching experiences. Our warm, nurturing, and bright teachers work and learn alongside the children while providing a supportive environment in which children thrive.
We are looking forward to welcoming you this admissions season!
For inquiries regarding possible openings for the current 2026-27 School Year, please email our admissions team at info@tribecacommunityschool.com.
Warmly,
Christina Quinn
Admissions Director
How to Apply for the 2027-28 School Year
**For more information about applying for the current 2026-2027 school year, please contact Admissions at info@tribecacommunityschool.com
1. Attend Open House or Information Session
Come learn more about our school and meet our team. Families are encouraged to register for either an Open House or Information Session.
We also look forward to seeing you at the following events at TCS and around the neighborhood:
HRP Mamas School Fair Sunday, September 20.
TCS Annual Winter Fair Saturday, December 12 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
2. Submit an Application
**Application link for the 2027-28 year is coming soon. You may click below to access the application for the 2026-2027 school year:
3. Take a Tour
Once an application is submitted, parents can schedule an in-person small group tour of the school via their parent portal. Tours will be held during the school day and you will see each of our age groups (2s, 3s, 4s/5s) at both our 22 Ericsson Place and 124 Hudson Street campuses. Please note that you may schedule only one tour per family.
4. Join a Play Group
A small group of 6 children, accompanied by a caregiver, will have the opportunity to explore a classroom and get to know our staff, program, and one another. Each session will last around 30 minutes and will be facilitated by a TCS teacher. Playgroups take place on select Saturdays and weekday mornings. Play groups may be scheduled following your school tour.
**Please note the following dates: The play group for early decision applicants will take place on Saturday, November 21st. The play group for regular decision applicants will take place on Saturday, January 30th.
About Early Admissions
Early Admissions is designed for families who know that TriBeCa Community School is the right place for their child and family. If a family applies through Early Admissions but is not offered acceptance at that time, their application will automatically be moved into the Regular Admissions pool for further consideration.
Families opting into Early Admissions must complete all steps of the application process by December 2nd.
Important Dates & Deadlines
September 1, 2026 Application is available
November 15, 2026 Sibling & Early Admissions application deadline
December 8, 2026 Sibling and Early Admissions notifications are emailed
December 15, 2026 Parent reply deadline for Early Admissions applicants
January 8, 2027 Regular Admissions application deadline
February 25, 2027 Regular Admissions notifications are emailed
March 4, 2027 Parent reply deadline for Regular Admissions applicants
Age Requirements
For the 2027-2028 Year:
2-year-olds: Born in 2025
3-year-olds: Born in 2024
4/5-year-olds: Born 9/1/2022 - 12/31/2023
Children enrolled beyond 12:15pm eat lunch at school (brought from home or ordered through Little Green Gourmet) and our extended day options do not include a nap. More details regarding the schedule will be shared during the Information Sessions and Tours.
The Admissions Team:
Christina Quinn, Admissions Director
Kristen Pallonetti, Program Director
Doug Schachtel, Enrollment Director
Dawn Williams, Administrative Manager
Statement of Non-Discrimination
TriBeCa Community School does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, disability, national or ethnic origin in the administration of our admission policies, educational policies, or any school administered programs.