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A waitlist of 7,000+ students!
New Foundations is a public charter school and accepts students through a lottery process. Our online application process is through a citywide lottery program called Apply Philly Charter.
Beginning with enrollment into the 2026-27 school year, APC will utilize a “ranked choice” or “Single Best Offer” (SBO) process. When families apply through APC, they submit a ranked list of their preferred charter schools that participate in the lottery, listed in order of preference (e.g., 1st choice, 2nd choice, etc.). The APC system makes offers to students for their highest-ranked school where there is an available seat and/or their desired Renaissance school, based on each school's individual lottery structure and the student's random lottery number, if applicable. Students are placed on waitlists only for schools ranked higher on their application than the school where they got an offer. For additional information and support, please visit applyphillycharter.org or call 1 (800) 891-3999.
Preference is given to applicants in the following order:
- Parent is staff member or board member
- Siblings of current students
- Lives in 19111, 19114, 19135, 19136, 19149, 19152 zip codes
- Lives in Philadelphia
- Lives outside of Philadelphia County, PA resident
Why New Foundations?
"NFCS provided me opportunities to create relationships with teachers, counselors, and other staff which would allow me to learn from their experiences. This has stuck with me through college as I’ve built relationships. I’ve learned how to ask for help when I need it and how to grow professionally as well."
Maria Ngo
Class of 2018
"NFCS is an established school whose success is driven by its teachers’ and administrators’ dedication and passion. Maddox has been afforded an excellent education and he truly enjoys going to school each day."
Jillian Fisher, Parent of Maddox Fisher
3rd Grade
"I love all of the opportunities that are available to get involved at NFCS. I've met so many incredible people through volunteer work and joining sports teams and clubs."
Jenna Waldron
12th Grade
"NFCS has prepared me for post-secondary success by instilling in me the soft skills that helped me in the long run. This includes leadership, communication, and working with others in a team which laid the foundation for a smooth transition into college."
Precious Nwankwo
Class of 2019
"NFCS has great teachers and staff. They are always kind and willing to help students."
Julian Felix
8th Grade Student
"My favorite thing about New Foundations is the supportive community of teachers and staff. I’ve received great support and encouragement to pursue my dreams."
Devyn Ankenbrant
12th Grade Student
A caring community of learners.
Learning
In the Classroom
Student focused and solutions oriented. Life-long learning begins here.
Learning
Through Relationships
Social skills and emotional wellness. Meaningful connection beyond our walls.
Learning
Through Service
Community awareness and civic engagement. Preserving today for tomorrow.
Learning
Through Experience
Out of the classroom and into the field. Hands-on experiences for developing minds.