Apply for PreK–Grade 1
Embracing curiosity and possibility
We open our doors to prospective students and their families all year round, from campus tours to open houses to one-on-one meetings with our Admissions team.
Below are links to upcoming events, the pertinent admissions dates and deadlines, and the steps necessary to complete your student’s application.
Our experienced Admissions team is here to help guide you through the application process, making it as informative, seamless, and stress-free as possible. Whether you are just starting to explore who we are or are already committed to applying, we are happy to answer any additional questions you have.
Apply NowAdmission Cycles
Fall 2027 Admissions
| Milestone | Early Admissions | Regular Admissions | Rolling Admissions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Opens | Saturday, August 1, 2026 | Saturday, August 1, 2026 | Saturday, January 9, 2027 |
| Application Submission Deadline | Friday, November 6, 2026 | Friday, January 8, 2027 | Applications for all grades are open until the grade has closed. Once a grade has closed, qualified applicants will be placed in grade-level wait pools. |
| Completion Deadline | Monday, November 30, 2026 | Friday, January 8, 2027 | Families are welcome to complete their application at a pace that works for them, keeping in mind that space may become limited as the enrollment year approaches. |
| Notification Date | Wednesday, December 9, 2026 | PreK Kindergarten | Within 10 business days of receiving your completed application. |
| Commitment Deadline | Wednesday, December 16, 2026 | PreK Kindergarten | Within 10 business days of being offered a seat. |
Early Admissions
Application Opens
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Application Submission Deadline
Friday, November 6, 2026
Completion Deadline
Monday, November 30, 2026
Notification Date
Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Commitment Deadline
Wednesday, December 16, 2026
Regular Admissions
Application Opens
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Application Submission Deadline
Friday, January 8, 2027
Completion Deadline
Friday, January 8, 2027
Notification Date
PreK
Thursday, February 25, 2027
Kindergarten
Thursday, February 4, 2027
Commitment Deadline
PreK
Thursday, March 4, 2027
Kindergarten
Thursday, February 11, 2027
Rolling Admissions
Application Opens
Saturday, January 9, 2027
Application Submission Deadline
Applications for all grades are open until the grade has closed. Once a grade has closed, qualified applicants will be placed in grade-level wait pools.
Completion Deadline
Families are welcome to complete their application at a pace that works for them, keeping in mind that space may become limited as the enrollment year approaches.
Notification Date
Within 10 business days of receiving your completed application.
Commitment Deadline
Within 10 business days of being offered a seat.
Age Cut-Off Dates
PreK–1
Students must turn 3 by September 1
PreK–2
Students must turn 4 by September 1
Kindergarten
Students must turn 5 by September 1
Admissions Steps & Requirements
Attend an Admissions Event
OptionalVisit Our SchoolComplete and Submit the Online Application
Apply NowBASIS Independent Brooklyn utilizes Ravenna to manage the application process. Families must create an account to apply, register for required meetings, and track their application progress.
Provide the Early Learning Program Teacher Recommendation Form to your Child’s Current Teacher
Request to have your child's Early Learning Program teacher complete this form via Ravenna.
Submit a Transcript Request to your Child’s Current School (Grade 1 Only)
Once you submit this form in Ravenna, and your current school completes the request, the system will then send official transcripts directly to our Admissions team.
Register for a Play Date
Schedule this required Play Date via Ravenna.
Register for a Family Meeting
Schedule this required Family Meeting via Ravenna.