The Uncommon Schools Difference

Uncommon Schools is a community where students feel loved and nurtured so they can be their best each and every day. Our teachers infuse joy and academic rigor into every day, ensuring all students are prepared to succeed in college and beyond.

Free and Open Enrollment

Our Pre-K-12 public charter schools are free to attend, and enrollment is open to all NYC families.

15 Years in NYC

Uncommon Schools has been providing Brooklyn families with high quality education since 2004.

Safe, Supportive, Structured

Our teachers and staff provide students with the best learning experience for success.

Uncommon's Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Our Approach

Uncommon Schools is committed to preparing each student to succeed in college and beyond. From our focus on both joy and rigor in the classroom to providing a supportive environment, our students have the foundation to make their dreams come true.

Longer School Day and Year

From Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade, Uncommon NYC students engage in learning and extracurricular activities for a longer school day and a longer school year to ensure that they will be prepared to enter and succeed in college and beyond.

Structured, Safe, and Fun

Our schools are characterized by a culture of joy, support, and focus on academic work. Students thrive when they know they are cared for by all faculty and staff, and we focus on creating a learning environment that supports their success.

Uniforms

All Uncommon NYC students wear uniforms to foster a focus on learning and a stronger sense of community.

The Student Experience

Uncommon students know that an excellent education is key to achieving their dreams. By committing to our core values and giving back to others, our students can reshape history and write a new story for themselves.

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Serving Grades Pre-K-12 in Brooklyn

23 Free Public Schools

Our schools have a shared mission to prepare all students to enter, succeed in, and graduate from college. We currently have schools in the following Brooklyn neighborhoods: Bedford-Stuyvesant, Canarsie, Crown Heights, Cypress Hills, East Flatbush, Ocean Hill-Brownsville, and Williamsburg.

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Our free public schools are open to all NYC residents, with no selection criteria or application fees. Learn more about enrolling your child and submit your application today!

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