Gifted and Talented Program

Gifted & Talented (G&T) programs offer accelerated instruction to eligible elementary school students in New York City.

There are two types of G&T programs:

K-to-5 G&T programs
- These existing programs serve children throughout elementary school, from kindergarten through grade 5.
- Children can enter these programs in kindergarten, grade 1, grade 2, or grade 3.
Top Performer ("Grade 3") G&T programs
- These 32 programs––one in each NYC community school district––serve children from grade 3 to grade 5.
- Children enter these invitation-only programs in grade 3. Top-performing grade 2 students (whose grades are in the top 10% at their school) are invited to apply.

You can get more information about how and when to participate, as well as how G&T offers are made.

Learn more about Gifted and Talented Programs.

Gifted and Talented Program application is available to children born in 2018 who live in New York City. Families can apply using the same general Kindergarten application. Eligibility will be determined after you apply.

For children who wish to enter G&T programs for grades 1-3, more information will be provided soon.

Learn more about the eligibility process and apply.

You can also get assistance by email or phone.

By Email

ESEnrollment@schools.nyc.gov

By Phone

Agency: Department of Education
Division: Office of Student Enrollment
Phone Number: (718) 935-2009
Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 AM - 6 PM
Agents are available during business hours, except on public school holidays.

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