About Ohio Pre-K Program
Free, high-quality preschool for 3 and 4-year-olds from low-income families. Provides early childhood education in licensed centers and school-based settings to prepare children for kindergarten.
How to Apply in Ohio
- Find programs at earlychildhoodohio.org or call 1-877-644-6338
- Contact your local school district for school-based options
- Child must be 3 or 4 by September 30 of the school year
- Priority given to families at or below 200% FPL
- Applications typically open in spring for the following fall
Documents You May Need
- Child's birth certificate
- Proof of income
- Proof of Ohio residency
- Immunization records
Contact & Official Links
Phone: 1-877-644-6338
Official website: earlychildhoodohio.org
See Everything You Qualify For in Ohio
Ohio Pre-K Program is one of many programs you may be eligible for. Beneify screens your household against the full program list — free, private, about 3 minutes.
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How much is Ohio Pre-K Program worth?
Ohio Pre-K Program: Worth ~$600/month. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$600 per month.
Ohio Pre-K Program: Worth ~$600/month. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$600 per month.
How do I apply for Ohio Pre-K Program in Ohio?
To apply: Find programs at earlychildhoodohio.org or call 1-877-644-6338. Contact your local school district for school-based options. Child must be 3 or 4 by September 30 of the school year. You can also call 1-877-644-6338. Official website: https://earlychildhoodohio.org/
To apply: Find programs at earlychildhoodohio.org or call 1-877-644-6338. Contact your local school district for school-based options. Child must be 3 or 4 by September 30 of the school year. You can also call 1-877-644-6338. Official website: https://earlychildhoodohio.org/
Who qualifies for Ohio Pre-K Program?
Free, high-quality preschool for 3 and 4-year-olds from low-income families. Provides early childhood education in licensed centers and school-based settings to prepare children for kindergarten. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Free, high-quality preschool for 3 and 4-year-olds from low-income families. Provides early childhood education in licensed centers and school-based settings to prepare children for kindergarten. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.