Ensure your child is prepared for school with this free program in Mecklenburg County!
Want to ensure your child is ready for kindergarten? Attend one of our free, Mecklenburg County-funded Pre-K programs!
We offer MECK Pre-K, a FREE high-quality Pre-K program for four-year-olds in Mecklenburg County. Classes are taught by licensed teachers and help prepare children for long-term success in school. We’ve also been parent-trusted for more than 45 years! We’ve been providing early care and education for families across the country since 1975. We invite you to join our family!
School readiness is important – and helps set your child up for a lifetime of academic success. Take advantage of this free program today.
Registration is on a first-come basis. Get started today!
MECK Pre-K Overview
The overall goal of the MECK Pre-K program is school readiness.
MECK Pre-K emphasizes the following:
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- Mathematical and scientific thinking
- The joy of learning
- Social and emotional skills
- Language and literacy abilities
The curriculum fosters the development of the whole child.
Pre-K Program Length & School Year
MECK Pre-K provides a full 6.5-hour instructional day, 5 days a week. Extended day services (before- and after-school care) are also available.
Demand often exceeds our available classroom space, so we encourage families to enroll early to secure their slot.
Eligibility / Registration Requirements
MECK Pre-K Program is free to all four-year-old children, regardless of parental income. Children must be 4 years of age on or before August 31 of that school year, and a resident of Mecklenburg County.
The following is required by Mecklenburg County to register your child for this program:
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- Proof of child’s age and legal name (birth certificate or passport).
- Proof of parent identity (government or state photo ID, license, or passport).
- Current proof of Mecklenburg County residency (utility bill, payroll stub, bank statement, current vehicle registration, etc.).
- Current immunization records.
To learn more, and to apply online, visit: www.meckprek.org/meck-pre-k-enrollment.
How to Enroll
Pre-K classes are filled on a first-come basis. Call or email us to reserve your spot today!
Registration is now open!
Demand often exceeds space, so we encourage families to enroll early to secure their slot for the upcoming year.
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