NC Pre-K Application Process Kicks Off on January 27th

The NC Pre-K Program is designed to provide high-quality educational experiences to enhance school readiness for eligible four-year-olds.  Durham County’s NC Pre-K program is community-based, voluntary, and designed to prepare 4-year-olds for kindergarten. The NC Pre-K program operates in private class rooms, Durham Public Schools, and Head Start.

Does your child qualify for NC Pre-K?

Your child might qualify to participate in 2014-2015 Durham County NC Pre-K if:

• Your child is not currently enrolled in a preschool program
• Your child turns 4 years by Aug. 31, 2014
• Your child has health concerns or special needs
• Your family qualifies for financial assistance
• English is your child's second language

How to Apply
Beginning today, January 27, 2014, you may call 919-314-6820 to set an appointment time between February 3 and April 17, 2014. You may also visit one of the following Durham County Head Start offices beginning February 3, 2014, where a family counselor will assist parents in filling out the application.

• 215 Seminary St. (across from McDonald’s and the YMCA)
• 1313 Halley St. (Lyon Park)
• 908 Liberty St. (Leathers Meacham)

Click here to download the NC Pre-K flyer for more information. En Español
For more information about financial assistance for child care, contact Child Care Services Association at (919) 403-6950 or contact Durham County Social Services at (919) 560-8360.