We are now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 preschool year.

Grant-funded spots are available for families who meet one or more of the following criteria. A limited number of spots are also available for families who do not meet these criteria.

Applicants who do not meet eligibility criteria will be considered using a rubric that prioritizes order of received applications and in-district residency.

If a grant-funded spot is not available, additional preschool placements may be offered at a tuition rate of $200 per month.

Eligibility Factors for Grant-Funded Spots:

• Income: Families who qualify for the federal free or reduced-price lunch program
• Education: Parent(s) without a high school diploma or GED
• Family Structure: Single-parent households
• Child Welfare: Children in foster care or referred by the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)
• Language: Households where English is not the primary language (English Language Learners)
• Developmental Risk: Children with identified developmental or academic delays, or with an IFSP or IEP
• Teen Parent: Parent was age 19 or younger at the time of the child’s birth
• Migrant Status: Children who qualify for migrant services
• Homelessness: Children experiencing chronic or episodic homelessness