Enrollment Guide
Applying to Brooklyn Dreams Charter School in Brooklyn, NY
Whether you're ready to apply or if you're thinking about applying, we want you to know what to expect. Below are some frequently asked questions about our application process, Open Enrollment and lottery procedures, and enrollment requirements. If you have questions, email brooklyndreamscharter@nhaschools.com and we'll get back to you shortly.Application FAQApply Today for Kindergarten at Brooklyn Dreams Charter School
It's time to apply for kindergarten at Brooklyn Dreams Charter School in Brooklyn, NY. Brooklyn Dreams is part of the National Heritage Academies network, offering a tuition-free, high-quality education that promotes student growth, both academically and personally.Learn How to Apply at Brooklyn Dreams
Brooklyn Dreams Charter School still has seats available for the 2024-25 school year. Click below to learn more on how to apply today. We are excited to welcome you and introduce you to our community!
Open Enrollment
Lottery
Lottery is a random selection process to fill available seats for all grade levels and is only held if the number of applications received during Open Enrollment is greater than the number of seats available in any grade level.
Watch this short video to learn more about the lottery process.
Next Steps
Waiting List
If your child is on the waiting list, don’t be discouraged! Often, seats become available throughout the summer. We will continue to send you school information if your child is on the waiting list.
Waiting List FAQ
Acceptance
If a seat becomes available for your child at our school, we will reach out to you by mail, email, and text message. To make sure you don’t miss any important updates, please keep your contact information up to date at our school. If we cannot get a hold of you by either means, your child’s seat may be forfeited.
Accepted Students FAQ
Brooklyn Dreams Charter School Enrollment Requirements
Important paperwork needed to register:
- Admissions Form
- Official Release of Records
- Proof of Residency
Additonal forms needed:
- ATS Kindergarten Registration Form (NYC schools only)
- Attendance Expectation Form
- Birth Certificate (original certified copy)
- A certified copy can be obtained at the County Clerk’s Office in the county in which your child was born (photocopy, hospital, or footprint copy is not acceptable).
- Directory & Media Opt Out Form
- Emergency Contact Information
- Home Language Questionnaire
- Immunization Records
- Lunch Forms (available after July 1)
- Student Device Agreement
- Student Residency Questionnaire
- Transportation Permission Form
- Volunteer Form (only complete if interested in volunteering at the school)
- Individualized Education Plan or 504 Plan (if applicable)
All information and forms can be submitted online via the Parent Portal.
*Other forms may be requested before the first day of school.
Parent Portal
The Parent Portal allows parents quick and easy access to their child's essential information. Watch our Parent Portal video and learn how to create an account or log in if you already have a Parent Portal account.
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