We are continously accepting preschool applications
call 540-894-5115 or 540.603.9290 for questions
2023-2024 preschool application process!
Louisa County Public Schools is proud to offer free preschool at all four of our elementary schools in order to provide kindergarten readiness skills to eligible children with the greatest needs. Children who will be four-years-old by September 30, 2023 and who live in the school's attendance zone may apply for preschool. Eligibility requirements can be found below.
We encourage you to have all requested paperwork submitted as soon as possible!
2023 - 2024 Pre-K Timeline
LCPS and MACAA Pre-K Application Window: January 11th - February 24th
Upload documents and submit an online application at https://preschool.lcps.k12.va.us/: January 11th - February 24th
The Pre-K application window closes: February 24, 2023 at 11:59 PM
Pre-K Screening and Registration: March 2nd at the Metal Gym from 9 AM - 7 PM
Families are notified of their acceptance or placement on the waitlist: June 2023
Families who have been offered a space for the following school year must confirm or decline attendance: July 2023
Option 1 - Apply Online
Complete the electronic form above. Required documents (listed below) must be emailed to preschool@lcps.k12.va.us, or brought with you on March 2nd during your scheduled appointment time. When your paperwork is complete, someone will call you to schedule an appointment.
Option 2 - Apply by print application
Complete the application form above. Required documents (listed below) must be emailed to preschool@lcps.k12.va.us, or brought with you on March 2nd during your scheduled appointment time. When your paperwork is complete, someone will call you to schedule an appointment.
Option 3 - Apply by phone
Call 540-603-9290 during weekdays between 8:30 - 3:30 PM to complete the application over the phone.
Required documents (listed below) must be emailed to preschool@lcps.k12.va.us, or brought with you on March 2nd during your scheduled appointment time.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Proof of Income (one of the following)
W-2
Pay stub
Letter from employer stating wages and the number of hours worked per week.
Income Tax Return
If not employed (one of the following)
SSI
TANF
SNAP benefits
Child Support or Alimony documentation
Eligibility
Resident of Louisa County
Four-Years Old (by September 30 of 2023-2024 school year)
Family income at or below 200% of federal poverty guidelines,
Homelessness, or
Student's parents or guardians are school dropouts, or
Family income is above 200% but at or below 350% of federal poverty guidelines in the case of students with special needs or disabilities
about our program
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