Resources for Families
PreK for All
Apply here for no-cost PreK!
Michigan families can access two high quality free preschool programs: the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) and Head Start. Both programs use best practices to help children prepare for success in kindergarten and beyond. To learn more about Head Start, visit Capital Area Community Services.
The Great Start Readiness Program is a state-funded high quality preschool program for four-year-olds that is ranked #1 nationally. GSRP classrooms use research based curriculum, hire highly qualified teachers, and provide plenty of time for play. Meals and snacks are provided and many programs offer transportation. All Michigan children who are 4 by December 1st are eligible for no-cost PreK!
When should I apply?
Families with 3 or 4-year-old children should apply now!
Enrollment is year round, however most programs begin enrolling in the spring for the next school year. You can begin the process by filling out a preschool application.
An enrollment coordinator will reach out to you within 2 weeks of applying to share next steps.
When do preschool programs run?
Our GSRP and Head Start partners offer both full day and limited part day classrooms that run either four or five days per week. Most programs follow a schedule that is similar to school, beginning in September and ending in June.
Why GSRP or Head Start?
A quality preschool sets your child up for success. It provides fun ways to learn concepts like early math, science, and literacy. It also helps them develop social and emotional skills in a place where all children can learn and grow together.
Michigan offers two high quality free preschool programs: Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) and Head Start. Both programs use best practices to help children prepare for success in kindergarten and beyond.
More children are eligible now as Michigan works toward its goal of PreK For All – free PreK for four-year-olds. APPLY NOW for free preschool!
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The application process
Hear from Danielle Redman as she explains PreK for All and when it's time to start thinking about it for your child. Danielle walks you through the application process, where you can choose the program location that best fits your needs, like a school district or childcare center.
Where can I find a GSRP or Head Start Classroom?
We have GSRP or Head Start partners in every district in Ingham County! Below is a list of current partners and links to their websites to learn more.
- AppleTree Early Care and Preschool-East Lansing
- CACS Head Start
- Caterpillar Corner Child Care Center
- Colt's and Filly's Child Care
- Dansville Preschool and Child Development Center
- Dansville Schools
- East Lansing Public Schools
- Educational Child Care Center (EC3)
- Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool -Okemos
- Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool- Haslett
- Haslett Child Development Center
- Holt Public Schools
- Immaculate Heart of Mary School
- Jus Us Kidz Preschool
- KidTime Child Development Center
- Lansing School District
- Leslie Public Schools
- Little Aggies Preschool
- Little Blessings Learning Center
- Little Dreamers Early Learning Center
- Little Scholars Preparatory School
- Mason Public Schools
- MSU-CDL-East Lansing
- MSU-CDL-Haslett
- Okemos Public Schools
- Smurfs TIme Childcare and Montessori Preschool
- Spartan Child Development Center
- Stockbridge Community Schools
- Tutor Time Child Care and Learning Centers-Dewitt
- Tutor Time Child Care and Learning Centers-Okemos
- Waverly School District
- Webberville Community Schools
- Williamston Community Schools
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