We understand how important it is to choose the right school for your child, and we are thrilled to be considered in that decision. At MCS, student success is at the heart of everything we do—both in academic achievement and in social-emotional development. We take pride in nurturing the whole child, supporting their growth from the very first day of kindergarten all the way through their final day of middle school. Our dedicated team is committed to creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Here at MCS we are closing the imagination gap one curious mind at a time!
Enrollment Process
Applications are continuously accepted by our school through our online enrollment system. You can apply online for the 2025-2026 school year today from your computer, smartphone, or tablet!
- Submit an application for no cost at MCSI (K-4) or MCSII (5-8)
- Student Eligibility
- Kindergarten- For the 2025-2026 school year Kindergarten students must by 5 years old by December 31st, 2025.
- Deadline to Apply – April 7th, 2026
- Lottery- April 8th, 2026
- Offers – April 9th, 2026
- Applications submitted after the deadline will be added to a waitlist, and offers will be made as soon as space is available.
- Apply Now!
Open Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year is currently ongoing.
- Attend an open house! Your future awaits!
- Requesting a tour?
- By mid April, families will be notified if their child was offered a seat from our lottery.
- If the number of timely submitted applications of eligible students for admission to a charter school exceeds the capacity of the grade level of a charter school (or building if the school does not distinguish between grades), students shall be accepted for admission from among such applicants by a random selection process (lottery) pursuant to the requirements of this section. For more information regarding charter school lotteries please click here.
- Families that receive offers into our schools must complete their enrollment packet form and provide necessary documentation.
- Once an applicant has been offered a seat at our school, please log in via the SchoolMint Dashboard to complete the three-step registration process.
- Required Documents to Enroll
- Proof of Child’s Age (child’s birth certificate, passport, or record of baptism)
- Application Form (signed and dated by Parent/Guardian)
- Two (2) of the documents listed in Document A Verifying Proof of Address
- Document A: Acceptable Forms of Proof of Residency
- Completed Student Enrollment Forms ( signed by Parent/Guardian) application will not be accepted if not signed.)
- Latest Report Card/Transcript (if available)
- K students only- 60 Month ASQ
- Health and Immunization Records
- Medical form (CH205)
- Annual Physical Form
- Immunization records
- Permission for Emergency Treatment
- Medication Administration Form
- Students with Disabilities – Current IEP
- Enrolled families may attend multiple family orientations as they prepare their child for the new school year. The orientations will support families with learning about our school community, curriculum, and give families and students opportunities to see a day in the life of an MCS student!
- Our admissions team will communicate details directly to new families.
- All new families will receive MCS transitional guides to help prepare your family for their educational journey at Manhattan Charter Schools.
- Welcome to MCS! We are excited your joined our school community!
- Parent/Student
Need Support?
Our admissions team is available by phone call, text, or email!
Email: Admissions@manhattancharterschool.org
Call/Text: 646-831-9243
Enrollmnet Q&A
2025-2026 Application
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