Pre-K Enrollment Hub
Deadlines, age requirements, and application links for public and private programs. We've gathered everything you need to know to get your child enrolled on time.
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New York City
Pre-K for All
Centralized "MySchools" application. Pre-K is guaranteed; 3-K is widespread but based on seat availability.
Apply via MySchoolsChicago
Chicago Early Learning
Separate from K-12 "GoCPS." Guarantees a seat for all 4-year-olds. Verification required within 2 weeks.
Chicago Early LearningBoston
Universal Pre-K (UPK)
Mixed-delivery system using community centers and public schools. Assignment is based on home address zones.
BPS RegistrationSan Antonio
Pre-K 4 SA
High-quality full-day program at 4 dedicated centers. Free for qualifying families; sliding scale for others.
Apply Pre-K 4 SAPhiladelphia
PHLpreK
Available at over 180 centers citywide. Call 844-PHL-PREK for assistance.
PHLpreK InfoWashington, D.C.
DC Public Schools
High-demand lottery system via "My School DC". Families rank up to 12 schools. Matches released in April.
My School DCFlorida
VPK (Voucher)
Apply online for a "Certificate of Eligibility," then bring it to any private/public provider. Public schools use Feb/March lotteries.
Florida Early Learning PortalCalifornia
Transitional Kindergarten (TK)
Fully universal for the 2026-27 school year. It is the first year of a two-year Kindergarten program.
CA Dept of Ed InfoColorado
Universal Preschool (UPK)
Guarantees 15 hours/week for all 4yos; 30 hours for qualifying families. Uses a state matching portal.
UPK Colorado PortalOklahoma
Early Childhood Ed
A national leader. Pre-K is integrated into the public school system. Contact local districts (e.g., Tulsa, Norman).
Contact Local DistrictVermont
Act 166
Provides tuition funding for 10 hours/week at any "pre-qualified" program (public or private).
VT Agency of EducationWest Virginia
WV Pre-K
Voluntary but available to all 4-year-olds and 3-year-olds with special needs. Collaborative model with Head Start.
WV Dept of EducationWisconsin
4K Program
Constitutionally protected right. 4K is offered by nearly all districts, often via partnerships (YMCA, Head Start).
Wisconsin DPI 4KIowa
Statewide Voluntary Preschool
Guarantees 10 hours/week of free instruction for 4-year-olds. Contact your local elementary school to register.
Iowa Dept of EducationGet Ready to Enroll
Most programs require these documents. Gather them early to avoid stress.
Birth certificate or passport.
Lease, utility bill, or pay stub.
Immunization history & physical.
W2s or SNAP letter for Head Start.
No Universal Program in Your Area?
For families in states like Arizona, Indiana, Missouri, or Texas, use these federal options.
Head Start
Federally funded free preschool for low-income families. Includes health/nutrition.
Head Start LocatorChild Care Subsidies
"Vouchers" (CCDF) for working parents. Eligibility is income-based.
Find State AgencySliding Scale Private
Many non-profits charge tuition based on your income. Ask providers directly.
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