Admissions

2s Program

Tours for our 2s program begin in November, with acceptance letters sent by January 9, 2026. Families interested in this program must schedule a tour before submitting an application.

Tours are an important part of our admissions process—they offer families the opportunity to see our classrooms in action and determine if our school is the right fit. During your visit, you’ll observe children learning, playing, and exploring with their teachers and friends, and you’ll have the chance to ask any questions you may have. (Please note that tours are for parents only.)

Applicants whose applications, including the parent tour, are completed by December 16, 2025, will be notified of the school’s decision by January 9, 2026. Applications received after this date will be considered on a space-available basis.

3K and Pre-K for All

Our 3s and 4s programs are part of NYC’s Department of Education (DOE) system. Families will register through the DOE website at myschools.nyc later this school year. Registration for the 2026–27 school year will open in January, and you can sign up on the DOE website to receive updates and alerts.

Priority Admission

Current students and siblings of current students receive priority in placement. Children enrolled in our 2s program are guaranteed a spot in our 3K and Pre-K programs.

For families new to RTNS who receive a 3K or Pre-K offer through the DOE, we invite you to tour our school at that time, as spots are limited.

We look forward to welcoming your family and sharing what makes Riverdale Temple Nursery School such a special place to learn and grow!

RTNS Tours for 2s Program for the 2026–27 School Year

This tour will include a tour of our school, followed by Questions & Answers with the Director, Alexandra Abikzer. You’ll get to see our wonderful school in action and learn about our program offerings, classrooms, enrichments, and approach to early childhood education. 

Tours will run for five dates beginning November 6 and run through November 25, between 9:00am and 10:00am. Please use the form links below to reserve your tour slot:

Thursday, November 6, 2025   FULL
 
Thursday, November 13, 2025   FULL
 
Tuesday, November 18, 2025   FULL
 
Friday, November 21, 2025   FULL
 
Tuesday, November 25, 2025   FULL

For more information, please email the Director at director@riverdaletemplens.org or call our office at (718) 796-0335.

We look forward to meeting all of our new prospective families!!!