The application window for the 2025-2026 school year is currently open! Priority will be given to applications completed through March 31, 2025; although, the application is open year round.
Applying does not guarantee placement. Children must be 4 years old by August 31st of the school year for which they are applying. Placement in CCS is based on NC Title 1 Pre-K guidelines.
The application also gives the option to families to apply to the North Carolina Pre-K program hosted in private child care centers and Head Start locations.
September 10, 2025 UPDATE: The application website has technical issues that make it difficult for families to submit information. This has been reported to the vendor and it will be corrected ASAP. An update will be posted once the vendor corrects the issue. We do apologize for any inconvenience.
September 15, 2025 UPDATE: The application website is still not working correctly. We are in communication with the vendor and look forward to a quick, positive resolution to the technical issue.
September 16, 2025 UPDATE: The vendor has reported that the bugs have been fixed. Parents may resume normal use of the website immediately. If there are any additional bugs, we will report them on this website.