{"id":6226,"date":"2023-04-19T09:41:32","date_gmt":"2023-04-19T13:41:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/?page_id=6226"},"modified":"2026-01-13T15:21:11","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T20:21:11","slug":"prek","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/prek\/","title":{"rendered":"PreKindergarten"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1678310874013{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;background-color: #0b315b !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;PreKindergarten (Preschool) Programs&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:35px|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff|line_height:45px&#8221; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1745518611469{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;A child\u2019s path to success in school starts with PreK!&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:p|font_size:19px|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff|line_height:24px&#8221; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1756216040622{padding-right: 25px !important;padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1725372865833{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2024\/09\/prek.png?id=8104) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;250px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1675256764597{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-right: 35px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_tta_tour title_tag=&#8221;p&#8221; section_title_tag=&#8221;h1&#8243; style=&#8221;flat&#8221; shape=&#8221;round&#8221; color=&#8221;sky&#8221; spacing=&#8221;15&#8243; active_section=&#8221;1&#8243; no_fill_content_area=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-solid fa-house&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; title=&#8221;About&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1675253918736-686a6997-ec5c&#8221;][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; gap=&#8221;10&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1681910573928{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1764860326162{padding-right: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2>PreKindergarten(PreK) Registration<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Free, full-day PreKindergarten services for children ages 3-5.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Families can register for PreK anytime during the year.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration for the 2026\u20132027 school year<\/strong> begins <strong>Tuesday, January 20, 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Rolling registration as a child turns three. Children who are five on or before September 1st must <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/studentplacement\/services\/kindergarten-registration\/\">enroll in Kindergarten<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Registration can be completed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/prek\/#online\"><strong>online<\/strong> or <strong>in person<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Prekindergarten Programs&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1745948626596{margin-bottom: 5px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]Free full-day, prekindergarten programs are available to families with three and four-year-old children who meet the eligibility requirements set by the local, state and federal governments. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Prekindergarten Curriculum and Daily Schedule&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1745948648217{margin-bottom: 5px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]The School District of Philadelphia has designed and implemented a developmentally appropriate curriculum in literacy, math, science and social studies for all our prekindergarten programs, which<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li>Meets Pennsylvania State Standards for PreKindergarten and Early Learning<\/li>\n<li>Defines best teaching practices<\/li>\n<li>Includes methods and materials that respect the rich cultural heritages and diverse learning styles of all our children<\/li>\n<li>Includes activities that connect school and home<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>A typical prekindergarten classroom is divided into the following learning centers:<\/p>\n<p>Library, Writing, Science, Math, Dramatic Play, Blocks, Art, Music, Computers, Puzzles and Games<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>PA Early Learning Standards\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pennsylvania&#8217;s Learning Standards for Early Childhood are research-based according to age and development, and form the foundation for curriculum, assessment, instruction and intervention within early care and education programs.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, click the following link to visit the<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pakeys.org\/pa-early-learning-initiatives\/early-learning-standards\/\"> PA Early Learning Standards for Early Childhood<\/a> website.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Schedule for Prekindergarten<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Breakfast\/Journal Entry<\/li>\n<li>Question of the Day<\/li>\n<li>Large Group<\/li>\n<li>Read-Aloud<\/li>\n<li>Choice Time<\/li>\n<li>Small Group<\/li>\n<li>Outdoors<\/li>\n<li>Transition Activities<\/li>\n<li>Lunch<\/li>\n<li>Writing\/ Table Toys<\/li>\n<li>Small Group<\/li>\n<li>Toothbrushing<\/li>\n<li>Read Aloud<\/li>\n<li>Rest Time<\/li>\n<li>Snack<\/li>\n<li>Large-Group<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To preview a Sample Lesson Plan, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2023\/10\/sample-lesson-plan.pdf\">HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The CACFP provides a daily nutritional breakfast, lunch and snack for your child while enrolled in prekindergarten at no cost to families.<\/p>\n<p><strong>USDA Nondiscrimination Statement<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For all other FNS nutrition assistance programs, state or local agencies, and their subrecipients, must post the following Nondiscrimination Statement:<br \/>\nIn accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.<\/p>\n<p>Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA\u2019s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.<\/p>\n<p>To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at:\u00a0https:\/\/www.usda.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/documents\/ad-3027.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant\u2019s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:<\/p>\n<p>mail:<br \/>\nU.S. Department of Agriculture<br \/>\nOffice of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights<br \/>\n1400 Independence Avenue, SW<br \/>\nWashington, D.C. 20250-9410; or<br \/>\nfax:<br \/>\n(833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or<br \/>\nemail:<br \/>\nProgram.Intake@usda.gov<\/p>\n<p>This institution is an equal opportunity provider.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Learn More about our Partnerships&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]<strong>Community Childcare Centers &amp; Partner Locations<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The School District of Philadelphia partners with over 50 community agencies at over 100 center locations throughout the City of Philadelphia to provide educational, health, and nutritional services to three and four-year-olds. The District and the partners work together to ensure that all children receive high-quality programs so that they arrive at school ready to learn. The programs are all full-day and is free to eligible families.[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_cta h2=&#8221;Apply for PreK!&#8221; h2_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:20px|text_align:center|color:%230b315b|line_height:21px&#8221; h2_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221; h4_font_container=&#8221;tag:p|font_size:16px|text_align:center|color:%230b315b|line_height:20px&#8221; h4_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; txt_align=&#8221;center&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; style=&#8221;outline&#8221; add_button=&#8221;bottom&#8221; btn_title=&#8221;Learn More &amp; Apply!&#8221; btn_style=&#8221;custom&#8221; btn_custom_background=&#8221;#E65E25&#8243; 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add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; title=&#8221;Apply&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;online&#8221;][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1764859713534{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763492145128{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2>Applying to Pre-K is Now Easier Than Ever<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; gap=&#8221;10&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763492190269{padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763494058869{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]The School District of Philadelphia and the City of Philadelphia have created a single online application that lets families apply to up to three free Pre-K programs across more than 300 sites citywide\u2014all in one place.<\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size: 16px;line-height: 1.8;color: #222;max-width: 800px\">\n<h4>\u279c <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freephillyprek.org\/\">Apply Online<\/a> <\/strong>OR<br \/>\n\u279c <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1DaenPk407RQOG8aWGYm1kL6t6kYhiqrY\/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=100482114648522630282&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true&amp;authuser=1\"><strong>Apply in person<\/strong> at any participating location<\/a> by submitting a paper application.<\/h4>\n<p><em>To apply, review the steps below.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763492248990{margin-bottom: 15px !important;border-left-width: 5px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;border-left-style: dotted !important;border-radius: 5px !important;border-color: #B8AEAE !important;}&#8221;]\n<div style=\"font-size: 16px;line-height: 1.4;color: #222;max-width: 800px\"><strong>Please note:<\/strong> Registration is rolling as children turn three. Children who are five on or before September 1 must <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/studentplacement\/services\/kindergarten-registration\/\">enroll in Kindergarten<\/a>.<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_text_separator title=&#8221;Find a Pre-K Location Near You&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-solid fa-1&#8243; i_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; i_background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_size=&#8221;sm&#8221; title_align=&#8221;separator_align_left&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763389791794{margin-bottom: 5px !important;}&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; i_custom_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; i_custom_background_color=&#8221;#E65E25&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763389830457{margin-top: 5px !important;margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221;]\n<div style=\"font-size: 16px;line-height: 1.5;color: #222;max-width: 800px\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1UNw5FSi3-q8RV1yGZ7ev097tAGDXUjbR\/view?usp=drive_link\"><strong>School-Based Pre-K Locations by Zip Code<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/12a4zeRjWEfA6pnR0-pbr-QfeooZDqBRO\/view?usp=drive_link\"><strong>Community-Based Pre-K Locations by Zip Code<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Why two lists?<\/strong> Because they fall into two categories (&#8220;School-Based&#8221; and &#8220;Community-Based&#8221;). All meet our District standards for quality \u2013 any location you choose from either list has met with our seal of approval.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_text_separator title=&#8221;Gather Your Documents&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-solid fa-2&#8243; i_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; i_background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_size=&#8221;sm&#8221; title_align=&#8221;separator_align_left&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1756991012890{margin-bottom: 5px !important;}&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; i_custom_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; i_custom_background_color=&#8221;#E65E25&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763490946659{margin-top: 5px !important;margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221;]\n<div style=\"font-size: 15px;line-height: 1.4;color: #222;max-width: 800px\">\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 2px\"><strong>Applications will be processed when the documentation below is received.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: 0 !important\">\n<li>Proof of child\u2019s date of birth (Birth certificate, visa, health insurance card, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Proof of TANF cash, SNAP\/food stamps, other documentation of family income (W-2, etc.), or signed statement of unemployment<\/li>\n<li>Proof of Philadelphia residency (Lease, Peco bill, water bill, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Picture identification of parent\/guardian<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 2px\"><strong>Enrollment will be final when the documentation below is received.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: 0 !important\">\n<li>Child\u2019s health insurance card or proof of medical assistance<\/li>\n<li>Record of Child\u2019s Immunizations<\/li>\n<li>Wellness Exam (<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1ebuJE4PdamujeRIE7cl7vjsl7at7Pl0d\/view\">Wellness Form<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Dental Exam (<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1PRpvJcVPeq5CoEjJmPIptt9t7i84eaBT\/view\">Dental Form<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=&#8221;If applicable additional documents may be needed:&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763491405571{margin-bottom: 5px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li>Copy of child\u2019s IEP<\/li>\n<li>Custody order<\/li>\n<li>Documentation of Medical Assistance<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1ZtDKjcRJcFQZh2wH0MsujhiZrCaauUFF\/view?usp=drive_link\">Med-1 form<\/a> if staff will need to administer medication to your child or use any medical equipment<\/li>\n<li>Foster letter<\/li>\n<li>McKinney Vento verification letter\/shelter letter<\/li>\n<li>CACFP Enrollment Forms: <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/10onl4SPreFRTFlMd2SpQEzx_BW3SV56m\/view?usp=drive_link\">English<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1bJRlGvSc5LOBXJc30lKfBYvI8o31dUeN\/view?usp=drive_link\">Spanish<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Documentation Exceptions&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763491458823{padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]The School District of Philadelphia aligns policies and practices with the <a href=\"https:\/\/nche.ed.gov\/legislation\/mckinney-vento\/\">McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act<\/a>. Foster\/Kinship care, Refugees, Asylum Seekers, and families in temporary living situations are <strong>not<\/strong> required to submit all documentation when applying. These families have 90 days after enrollment to submit the necessary documentation. For more details, call <a href=\"tel:215-400-4270\">215-400-4270<\/a>.[\/vc_toggle][vc_text_separator title=&#8221;Apply for PreK&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-solid fa-3&#8243; i_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_background_style=&#8221;rounded&#8221; i_background_color=&#8221;custom&#8221; i_size=&#8221;sm&#8221; title_align=&#8221;separator_align_left&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1763491394120{margin-bottom: 5px !important;}&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; i_custom_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; i_custom_background_color=&#8221;#E65E25&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1768335667145{margin-top: 5px !important;margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221;]\n<div style=\"font-size: 16px;line-height: 1.8;color: #222;max-width: 800px\">\u279c <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freephillyprek.org\/\">Apply Online<\/a> <\/strong>OR<br \/>\n\u279c <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1DaenPk407RQOG8aWGYm1kL6t6kYhiqrY\/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=100482114648522630282&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true&amp;authuser=1\"><strong>Apply in person<\/strong> at any participating location<\/a> by submitting a paper application.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 15px;line-height: 1.5;color: #222;max-width: 800px\">Download a <strong>2025-2026 paper application:<\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 15px;line-height: 1.5;color: #222;max-width: 800px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mcusercontent.com\/e0573e59082d79044cb7cb5d6\/files\/78c696d1-8e6d-7383-b647-c31c4dd9e999\/FY26_Philly_PreK_Application_Final_English.01.pdf\">English<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2025\/02\/FY26_Philly_PreK_Application_Spanish.01.pdf\">Espa\u00f1ol\u00a0<\/a>|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2025\/02\/FY26_Philly_PreK_Application_Albanian.01.pdf\">SHQIP<\/a>\u00a0|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2025\/02\/FY26_Philly_PreK_Application_Arabic.01.pdf\">\u00a0\u0639\u0631\u0628\u064a<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2025\/02\/FY26_Philly_PreK_Application_Chinese_Simplified.01.pdf\">\u6c49\u8bed<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2025\/02\/FY26_Philly_PreK_Application_French.01.pdf\">Fran\u00e7ais<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2025\/02\/FY26_Philly_PreK_Application_Khmer.01.pdf\">\u1781\u17d2\u1798\u17c2\u179a\u00a0<\/a>|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2025\/02\/FY26_Philly_PreK_Application_Portuguese_Brazil.01.pdf\">Portuguese<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2025\/02\/FY26_Philly_PreK_Application_Russian.01.pdf\">\u0420\u0443\u0441\u0441\u043a\u0438\u0439<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2025\/02\/FY26_Philly_PreK_Application_Vietnamese.01.pdf\">Vi\u1ec7t\u00a0<\/a>|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2025\/02\/FY26_Philly_PreK_Application_Ukrainian.01.pdf\">Ukrainian<\/a><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Download a <strong>2026-2027 paper application:<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1d1VeyUQgAzWqgKVuqyghY1HGzvTu8nDe\/view?usp=drive_link\">English<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1mqCbbO8-zGaEnF7GvOeOnZkfEvmlFR8m\/view?usp=drive_link\">Espa\u00f1ol\u00a0<\/a>|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1sZhv1PELetRTcLe-5uLn1O723NPyXWuS\/view?usp=drive_link\">SHQIP<\/a>\u00a0|<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1PhEJroJuSDrZsz_1etA9QUalx6dNJNBW\/view?usp=drive_link\">\u00a0\u0639\u0631\u0628\u064a<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1w9gHbaTFc_47EAPVxocy60NoVT0zvZ6H\/view?usp=drive_link\">\u6c49\u8bed<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1uvEqTDKGQCVmgAQvfViBPs-uoS3i5X1U\/view?usp=drive_link\">Fran\u00e7ais<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1dcLqXPwF_UbdEzCHdCz5WqK7yeX3IkT6\/view?usp=drive_link\">\u1781\u17d2\u1798\u17c2\u179a\u00a0<\/a>|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1jsrIW_PA2LNed59dp-bwjcazO1ucOsh2\/view?usp=drive_link\">Portuguese<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/11KFDXwojgvF76hp2P5kGZ2nk5sv-rRR8\/view?usp=drive_link\">\u0420\u0443\u0441\u0441\u043a\u0438\u0439\u00a0<\/a>|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1PLIFCsKmHgI9P9wLVB3qJg_ffe71_gaj\/view?usp=drive_link\">Vi\u1ec7t<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1X_M9RzZxMTo25-_egfdgA6L80BDhN0hd\/view?usp=drive_link\">Ukrainian<\/a><\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1764860477958{margin-top: 5px !important;margin-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 60px !important;}&#8221;]\n<div style=\"font-size: 16px;line-height: 1.5;color: #222;max-width: 800px\">\n<h4>Resources<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1DaenPk407RQOG8aWGYm1kL6t6kYhiqrY\/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=100482114648522630282&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true&amp;authuser=1\">Find a location<\/a> to apply in person<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.phlprek.org\/application-2\/\">How to Apply Online<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-solid fa-circle-info&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; title=&#8221;Resources&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;resources&#8221;][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1678635801717{padding-top: 35px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1762974960971{padding-top: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2>Resources<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Jz8BH0axpF2MNgu9CsiobVYl7SRHweSO\/edit?usp=drive_link&amp;ouid=100482114648522630282&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true\">School Locations<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pccy.org\/resource\/child-health-watch-helpline\/\">Free or Low-Cost Health Insurance<\/a> &#8211; Does Your Child Need Health Insurance Coverage?\u00a0 Call PCCY\u2019s Child Healthline at 215-563-5848 x17 or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pccy.org\/resource\/child-health-watch-helpline\/\">click here.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/libwww.freelibrary.org\/kids\">Free Library of Philadelphia<\/a> &#8211; Free with a Library card. Check out digital movies, television, music, online learning resources and ebooks for all ages.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/daily.tumblebooks.com\/\">Tumblebooks Series<\/a> &#8211; Read Aloud for PreKindergarten &#8211; Grade 3<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.starfall.com\/\">Starfall<\/a> &#8211; Learn to read using games &amp; phonics and to learn math.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pbskids.org\/\">PBS Kids<\/a> &#8211; Entertaining and educational games and videos for young children.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/papromiseforchildren.com\/learning-is-everywhere\/\">Learning is Everywhere<\/a> &#8211; Help your child learn with everyday activities to do with your child using everyday items. Monthly Activities Calendar in printable format, available in English and Espa\u00f1ol<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Annual Report<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1jz9eEibSYnPmNezZJzqbZm6fSk65MrTw\/view?usp=sharing\">Click here<\/a> to download our annual report.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_cta h2=&#8221;PreK Flyer&#8221; h2_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:20px|text_align:center|color:%2300365F|line_height:24px&#8221; h2_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal&#8221; h4_font_container=&#8221;tag:p|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%230b315b|line_height:20px&#8221; h4_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:500%20bold%20regular%3A500%3Anormal&#8221; 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custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]There is no cost.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What are the eligibility requirements?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]A child must meet the above age requirement, must reside in Philadelphia, PA, and the family must be income-eligible for the funding that is offered in the location\/s of choice.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;How do I enroll?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]Enrollment can be completed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/prekindergarten-demo-23\/#online\">online<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/prekindergarten-demo-23\/#inperson\">in person<\/a>.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Do parents have to complete a new preschool application if the child is returning to the program for a 2nd year?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]Most parents do not have to complete a new application; a new set of CACFP lunch forms maybe required.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;When will I know if my child is accepted for admission to the program?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]You will be notified by mail, by telephone call or by email of your child\u2019s acceptance or waiting-list status within 6 weeks of submission of your child&#8217;s completed application. Notification may be delayed depending on the time of year application was submitted.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Why is my child on the waitlist and how long can my child stay on the waitlist?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]Each location has a maximum funded capacity. A waiting list is established when the number of applications exceeds the capacity. \u00a0It is possible for a child to remain on the waiting list for the entire school year. Admitting a waiting-list child to PreK is dependent on another child leaving the PreK program at a particular location. When an opening occurs, a family on the waiting list for that particular location is called.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What are the days and hours?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]PreK is a September \u2013 June program, following The School District\u2019s school year calendar; hours may vary, by location, but general hours are:<\/p>\n<p>Monday \u2013 Thursday, 8:30-3:00<\/p>\n<p>Friday, 8:30-12:30[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Are uniforms required?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]Uniforms are not a mandatory requirement for PreK students; however, some principals require the PreK children to wear the school\u2019s uniform colors. Uniform information will be discussed at parent orientation. Children should wear comfortable clothing that will allow for active participation in program activities. Socks are to be worn at all times. Only sneakers or closed shoes should be worn. Jewelry, small beads and other fashion accessories are unsafe and must not be worn.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Will my child be given lunch?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]PreK employs a full-time dietitian to assess the nutritional needs of children and families. We provide FREE meals daily and accommodate all food restrictions\/needs.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Is there school bus service?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]Transportation services through The School District of Philadelphia are not provided for PreK children.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Are there before and after care services?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]Many of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philasd.org\/earlychildhood\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/835\/2023\/08\/2023-2024-PreK-Partner-list-Rev-8-18-23.pdf\"><strong>locations<\/strong><\/a> offer before and after care. Contact our office for more information.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;Will I be able to meet my child\u2019s teacher and see his\/her classroom before the first day of school?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]Yes, parents of newly enrolled children will have this opportunity during an orientation meeting that is scheduled between the parent and teacher. Parents will get one-on-one conferences with their child\u2019s teacher throughout the year to discuss their child\u2019s progress and any family concerns. These conferences can take place in the family\u2019s home or at the school.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What does my child learn?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]Teachers use a high-quality curriculum that meets Pennsylvania State Standards for PreKindergarten, defines best teaching practices, includes methods and materials that respect the rich cultural heritages and diverse learning styles of all our children while including activities that connect school and home.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;How is the classroom organized?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]A typical PreKindergarten classroom is divided into the following learning centers: Library, Writing, Science, Math, Dramatic Play, Blocks, Art, Music, Computers, Puzzles and Games[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What does a typical day look like?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]<em><strong>Morning Activities<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Breakfast, Circle Time, Focus \u2013 Literacy\/Independent Activities, Outdoors, Story Time, Small Groups<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Afternoon Activities<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Lunch, Story Time, Rest Time, Snack, Story Time[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What if my child has a medical condition?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]PreK families have access to nurses, special needs coordinators, and mental health specialists to deliver comprehensive health services for children and families.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=&#8221;What if my child has an IEP?&#8221; custom_font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:18px|text_align:left|color:%2322779f|line_height:22px&#8221; custom_google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_heading=&#8221;true&#8221;]Students with IEPS are served on-site, closely coordinated with Early Intervention team. 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