The following is a list of frequently asked questions.

What is a charter school?
A charter school is an independently run public school granted greater flexibility in its operations, in return for greater accountability for performance. New York charter schools must have their charters renewed every five years. Charter schools accept students completely at random through a lottery.





Is there a cost to attend your school?
Absolutely not. Charter schools are tuition-free, like all public schools. All students, regardless of background, are eligible to submit an application for the lottery.





How many students are in each class at Leadership Prep?
Each class has 29 students. There are two teachers per classroom for a student to teacher ratio of 14 to 1.





Do you provide transportation and breakfast and lunch?
Transportation for eligible students is provided through the New York City Department of Education.  Leadership Prep provides breakfast, lunch, and snack free of charge to all students.





My child is on an IEP or receiving other special services, can you accommodate his/her needs?
Yes. We accommodate all children and their individual learning needs.





Is there a school uniform?
Yes, Leadership Prep students wear navy blue pants or jumpers (for girls), light blue dress shirts, and burgundy sweaters.  All students proudly wear the Leadership Prep uniform patch at all times.





How do I apply to your school?
To find out more about applying to Leadership Prep, please click here.