The Washington Market School - Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions > General (12 entries)

What sessions do you offer?

Q: What sessions do you offer? A: Our 134 Duane Street location offers half-day sessions in the morning (9am ‐ 12pm) and afternoon (1pm ‐ 4pm). Children who attend ...
What is the application process for The Washington Market School?

Q: What is the application process for The Washington Market School? A: Parents are asked to submit an online Tour Request Form; forms are available on our website beginning ...
Do you interview parents and/or children?

The WMS application process does not include interviews. Instead, we believe it is important for parents to participate in a thorough tour. During the tour, parents will have opportunities to meet ...
Do you give preference to siblings and legacies? If my child has sibling status, am I guaranteed a spot?

We do our best to accommodate every sibling after placing our returning students. We may not always be able to offer your choice of session.
Are applications considered on a first come, first served basis?

Every family who tours and submits a completed Application Form by the deadline will be considered for admission. Please stay informed of the latest Admissions updates by periodically checking our website. ...
Do you accept postmarks as proof of having met the application deadline requirements?

Application Forms need to be postmarked on or before the deadline to be considered in the first round of Admissions.
Is a first choice letter or letters of recommendation acceptable?

The Washington Market School does not require either of these items. In addition, first choice letters are no longer encouraged by ISAAGNY.
My child will turn 2 years old on October 1st, just one day past the September 30th cut-off date. Can we still tour and apply?

Unfortunately, we cannot make exceptions to this cut-off date. To apply, your child must be 2 years old by September 30th of the year they start school. It is important that ...
I applied last year but was not offered a space. Do I have to re-apply this year?

Yes, you will have to complete a new Application Form, but the $40 fee will be waived. (Please note that if we offered you a session that you chose not to ...
Do you give preference to families who previously applied and were not offered a space?

We consider applicants’ age and gender when determining our admissions responses; therefore, we cannot give preference to families who previously applied. If you were not offered a space and choose to ...
I have a child at Hudson Street and would like to apply to Duane Street for my younger child. Do I need to tour Duane Street?

Yes, a tour is required unless a sibling is currently attending that site. Application Forms will be distributed during these tours. If the Admissions Director determines that a tour is
What if I need more information?

We welcome your questions and look forward to providing you with any information that can assist you with the application process. Please contact our Director of Admissions, Shannon Markel, via email ...