Important Announcement
On May 1, 2024, the Office of the Superintendent of Schools announced, with great sadness, that two Catholic schools will be unable to reopen for the 2024-25 school year (click here to read our Press Release).
Click on the name of your school’s Region listed next to the small black tabs below to find out which schools are affected and what to do next.
Students will have the opportunity to continue their Catholic education at another Catholic school in the Archdiocese of New York. We encourage parents to contact their Regional Director of Enrollment at their earliest convenience to see how their child can continue receiving an excellent faith-based education.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why will my school not be reopening?
We understand that this is upsetting news, and that you may feel there could have been something more you or your school community might have done. Careful deliberation, research, and analysis went into the final determination of which schools would not reopen. Unfortunately, the demographics and lower enrollment have significantly impacted the ability for these schools to continue operation.
2. Will I have to re-apply to the new school?
Families whose schools are not reopening are required to submit a new application and register at a different Catholic school for the 2024-2025 school year to hold a seat for their child(ren) at the new school. Once you have selected a school, simply visit www.ApplyCatholicSchoolsNY.org and submit your application.
3. If my school is closing, will I have to register at the new school?
Yes. In order to complete enrollment at your new school, you will have to register your child(ren) and pay the applicable registration fee. You will be able to register at participating schools at the registration fee incentive rate, which provides a discount of $100/student. In addition, you will receive a credit to reimburse you for the entire registration fee in your November, 2024 tuition invoice at participating schools.
If you have already enrolled at either Transfiguration School or St. Simon Stock School for the 2024-25 school year, your registration fee will be refunded to the method of payment used to pay the fee.
4. Will my tuition costs go up if the new school’s tuition is higher than at my current school?
The Archdiocese of New York is committed to making every effort to minimize the financial impact to your family as a result of this transfer.
All families – including those not previously receiving assistance – will have a chance to apply for financial assistance as part of their application to a new participating school. If your child(ren) is receiving financial assistance for the 2023-2024 school year, you are assured of receiving an award for 2024-2025 at the new participating school once you complete your application.
5. Who do I turn to for help?
Your Regional Director of Enrollment will help you and your child(ren) transition to another Catholic school for the 2024-2025 school year. You can reach your Regional Director of Enrollment at the email address and/or phone number listed above, or by calling our bilingual parent helpline at (646) 794-2885 between 9:00 and 5:00 pm Monday-Friday.
6. How do I learn more about other nearby schools that would meet my child’s needs?
You can contact your Regional Director of Enrollment at the email address and/or phone number listed above, or call our bilingual parent helpline at (646) 794-2885 between 9:00 and 5:00 pm Monday-Friday, to arrange a convenient time for a phone call, or to book a tour of any alternate schools you may be considering.
In addition, click here to view a full list of schools for any zip code you enter on our School Finder page.
We understand that these are extremely difficult times for many families. We are committed to working with parents as closely as possible to find the best possible placement for your child(ren) at a conveniently located Catholic School.