NYC Public Schools — Lighthouse Elementary PS106Q
Free full-day care for 2-year-olds starting Fall 2026. All NYC families with children born in 2024 are eligible to apply.
Applications close June 26, 20262-K is a free, high-quality early childhood program for two-year-olds, run by NYC Public Schools. Families in select districts receive enrollment priority.
Program Types
10 hours a day, year-round care
6 hrs 20 min per day, September through June
Settings
Home-based 2-K programs with a licensed provider
Community-based programs that partner with NYC Public Schools
Note: 2-K is still expanding, and not all applicants will receive an offer.
Join a free virtual info session to learn about 2-K admissions, how to create your MySchools account, explore childcare options, and apply. Q&A included.
| Date & Time | Language | Interpretation Available |
|---|---|---|
| June 3, 2026 1PM – 2PM |
English | Arabic, Bangla, Spanish, Urdu |
| June 11, 2026 6PM – 7PM |
English | Albanian, French, Haitian Creole, Uzbek |
| June 17, 2026 6PM – 7PM |
English | Bangla, Chinese (Mandarin), Haitian Creole, Korean |
| June 25, 2026 6PM – 7PM |
English | Chinese (Cantonese), Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian |
All events have the same content with different interpretation services — no need to attend more than one. ASL interpretation available at all events.
Browse 2-K programs available in your neighborhood this fall. Each offer includes a start date — programs are added throughout the summer, so check back regularly.
Note: This list is subject to change and is not final.
View Provider ListLighthouse Elementary PS106Q
180 Beach 35th St Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Phone: (718) 327-5828
Fax: (718) 327-5956
School Hours: Monday -Friday, 8:00 am-2:20 pm


