Pre k program for 3 year olds: Preschool Programs | Childcare.gov
Preschool Programs | Childcare.gov
Preschool programs are usually for children between the ages of 3 and 5 years old. They are often open only during the school year, for only part of the day. Many states offer free or low-cost prekindergarten programs that are also considered preschool programs.
Many organizations offer preschool programs, including schools, places of worship, nonprofit organizations, and child care centers. Depending on the rules in your state, these programs may or may not be required to be licensed. Licensed programs are required to follow a set of basic health and safety requirements, and they are monitored to make sure they are following the requirements.
States have a child care search which can help you determine if the providers you are considering are licensed. You can search for detailed information about providers in your state and find more information about your state’s child care requirements by using the search feature of this website. Just click this link, See Your State’s Resources, select your state under “Get Child Care Resources.” You will then see a variety of links to state specific information including “Inspection Reports” and “Child Care Regulations” information for your state.
Tips for Choosing This Type of Care
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When visiting a preschool, ask to see a copy of the program’s license, registration or certification, and inspection history.
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Most states post inspection reports online. Use the See Your State’s Resources feature on this website to see inspection reports of child care providers you are considering. These reports provide valuable information about the quality of preschool programs. Check them before you select a program and regularly while your child is enrolled.
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Confirm that every adult working or volunteering in the program has had a comprehensive background check.
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Ask how many adults and children are in each classroom and about the teachers’ education and training.
Make sure that every teacher has had training on important health and safety topics such as first aid and CPR, safe sleep, giving children medication, and child development. Learn more about the 12 health and safety trainings that all adults caring for children should have. -
Find out whether your child’s teacher has an early childhood credential or degree and how long he or she has been working in the early childhood field.
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Ask about the program’s staff turnover rate (how frequently staff leave). If a program experiences a large amount of teacher turnover, your child could experience many transitions to new teachers. A high turnover rate could also mean that there are issues that could affect the quality of the program.
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Ask what curriculum is used. Also ask the provider to explain the types of daily activities planned for the children, and how those activities will support your child’s learning.
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Make sure that the provider’s policies and opinions on discipline, supervision, nutrition, child development, and learning align with what you want for your child.
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Ask about information and activities provided for parents. Ask if the program provides opportunities for parents to learn about how their children are doing or talk about their children’s progress.
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Get a copy of the provider’s policies and contract. These documents should cover important topics, including hours of operation, rates, fees, field trip permission slips, transportation agreements, and absence policies. Read more about recommended items that should be included in a child care contract.
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Print a list of questions and things to look for that you can take with you when visiting a potential preschool program.
Make sure that every teacher has had training on important health and safety topics such as first aid and CPR, safe sleep, giving children medication, and child development. Learn more about the 12 health and safety trainings that all adults caring for children should have.
Why Families Choose This Type of Care
Families who select a preschool program usually don’t need full-day, full-year care, but are looking for a program that focuses on getting children ready for kindergarten.
This text has been adapted from content originally created by Child Care Aware of America Grant #90LH002 for the U.
S. Department of Health & Human Services, Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Child Care (OCC).
Nevada Pre-K – Preschool & Childcare Center Serving Las Vegas, NV
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The Best Start To School Success
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Trained Teachers, Assessments, And Fun Lessons
Nevada PRE-K Curriculum
Boosts Kindergarten-Readiness
The state PreK program delivers age-appropriate activities that prepare your child for the elementary school years ahead. It gives all children access to the same, quality start with a focus on:
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Educated Teachers Guide Your Child
Your child’s teachers attend monthly training and regular by-weekly to monthly coaching sessions, so they gain expert knowledge.
From brain development to teaching strategies, they stay on top of the latest, benefiting your child’s learning.
Regular Assessments To
Keep Your Child On Track
Reaching important milestones is a stepping stone to success. Assessments keep your child on track so teachers can challenge them where they’re excelling and give them an extra boost where they may be lagging, helping them reach their potential.
Hot Meals Included For
Health And Happiness
Your child gets hot, nutritious meals daily, giving you one less thing to worry about. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner keep your child fed and feeling great. And two daily snacks fill in the gaps, so your child grows strong and healthy.
Regular Communication
Keeps You Updated
You stay in the know and participate in your child’s success with light homework and written communication that fill you in on upcoming events and what they’re learning, so you can build on lessons at home.
Outdoor Play For Exercise Every Day
Little muscles grow healthy as they dig in the sandbox, climb on the playground, and ride on tricycles. They love the splash pad on hot days and team play on the basketball court. Gardens offer hands-on biology basics.
Learning Centers Invite Hands-On Play
Your child’s classrooms feature learning centers like a fully stocked library, pretend housekeeping, building block area, art area, and puzzle area. The variety covers concept basics in math and language arts in fun, hands-on ways.
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A virtual PreK program is ready to go in case of mandated school closures. Your child deserves uninterrupted, quality education to keep them on track with their grade levels, and a virtual back up plan delivers.
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Pre-K for All – Growing Up NYC
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The Pre-K application for the 2022-2023 school year is now open. Apply on MySchools by March 18, 2022.
Pre-K programs help kids get a head start in school and in life. Children acquire problem-solving skills, learn to ask questions, and explore the world around them. Pre-K programs provide a safe and nurturing learning environment for New York City children.
- Apply for the 2022-2023 Pre-K by March 18, 2022 .
- In New York, children go to prep school in the calendar year that the child turns four.
- Pre-K offers full-day, extended day, and child care programs throughout the year, including the Head Start program. To learn more.
- Pre-K programs are available at select public elementary schools, Pre-K centers run by NYCDOE staff, and community organizations. Each institution offers a consistent high quality DOE play curriculum.
Who is eligible
- All New York City families with children born in 2018 can enroll for the 2022-2023 school year.
- Children with disabilities can attend Pre-K for All programs. To learn more.
Children do not need to be toilet trained to attend Pre-K programs.
What you need to apply
View the Pre-Enrollment Checklist to learn more about the documents required to pre-register your child and accept their Pre-K offer. For translated copies of the checklist, see the Documents section of the Pre-K Registration Page for Everyone.
How to apply
Apply for Pre-K in one of the following ways:
- Online on the MySchools Portal. You can apply online in English, Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, Haitian Creole, French, Korean, Russian, Spanish or Urdu.
- Call by calling 718-935-2009. Interpreter services are available in over 200 languages.
- In person at the Family Welcome Center.
You can apply online in English, Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, Haitian Creole, French, Korean, Russian, Spanish or Urdu. Eligible families can also apply to join free or low-cost Pre-K programs that provide afterschool or child care throughout the year, including the Head Start program. Eligibility for the program is based on income and needs.
You can also find part-time Pre-K programs and Pre-K programs at charter schools at MySchools.
How to get help
- Visit the Pre-K NYC DOE website to learn more about the application process.
- If you have questions about Pre-K enrollment, call 718-935-2009.
- If you have questions about Pre-K enrollment, please email [email protected].
- To learn more about Pre-K programs, visit the Family Welcome Center.
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