Pre-K Counts
PA Pre-K Counts
The PA Pre-K Counts portion of the day that is funded through Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts is free to families; the program charges for additional portions of the day that can be paid for privately or by subsidy (wrap-around care, etc.).
Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts
Established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts is bringing quality half-day and full-day pre-kindergarten to 11,000 three and four year olds in Pennsylvania. Click here to view some frequently asked questions about the Pennsylvania early childhood programs for families.
Each program offering PA Pre-K Counts classrooms will have their own guidelines, but PA Pre-K Counts is designed for children who:
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are between age 3 and until they are eligible for entry into kindergarten
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are at risk of school failure, either because of:
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are at risk of school failure, either because of:
- income (300% of the federal poverty level)
- language (English is a second language)
- special needs or risk factors
