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Preschool

PRESCHOOL

The Washington County Schools Preschool logo features a large blue 'W' and a yellow star.

Welcome to Washington County Early Childhood Education!

PRESCHOOL

The mission of the public-school program for three (3) and four (4) year-olds is to provide a developmentally age appropriate curriculum which nurtures self-respect, fosters positive self-esteem, and is in partnership with the family.

A teacher reads a book aloud to a group of children in a classroom.

A colorful flyer announces preschool and Head Start registration for Washington County, 2026-2027.

 

 

A colorful flyer in Spanish announces enrollment for early childhood education and Head Start programs.

A colorful flyer titled 'Preschool Highlights' from Washington County, with program details.

A colorful flyer titled 'Preschool Highlights' from Washington County, with text in English and Spanish.

  • Children who meet at least one of the following criteria are eligible for the Preschool Program:

    1. 4-year old who will turn 5 AFTER August 1 of the current school year who has an educational disability
    2. 4-year old who will turn 5 AFTER August 1 of the current school year who is “At-Risk” based on income guidelines.  (Once determined “At-Risk Eligible”, status remains the same for the current school year regardless of change in income.)
    3. 4-year old who will turn 5 AFTER August 1 of the current school year who does not meet eligibility requirements 1 and 2 may attend on a tuition basis as space allows (See Tuition Section for details)
    4. 3-year old who has an educational disability

    ****4 year olds who turn 5 on or before August 1 of the current school year may not attend preschool.

    Students with special needs (delays or disabilities) may only be admitted to the program upon approval of the Admissions and Release Committee (ARC). The (ARC) committee may request additional information and evaluation data before a final eligibility decision is made.

  • The following forms must be turned in BEFORE your child will be assigned a preschool session

    • Verification of household income (current income tax returns or past two months pay stubs)
    • Copy of Utility Bill (Electricity, gas, home phone) for proof of residence
    • Child’s Birth Certificate (Official document from Frankfort)
    • Child’s Most Recent Valid Immunization Record
    • Child’s Most Recent Physical Exam
    • Eye Exam (Must be completed by optometrist or ophthalmologist)