Enrollment

Application Resources

Application Informational Video

• The informational video answers many frequently asked questions and walks you through the application process. Use it as a resource as you are applying for Durham PreK.
• Watch the informational video (English) (Spanish)

Documentation Checklist

• Use the checklist to keep track of your application's required documentation.
• View Checklist (English) (Spanish)

Eligibility

• All children living in Durham County who will be four years old by August 31st of the applying year are eligible. Click below to learn more about program types and eligibilty.
• Learn More

Information Sessions

• The Family Information Sessions are available for you to learn more about the application and notification processes for Durham PreK.
• Watch the 2023-2024 Information Sessions
• Watch the 2022-2023 Information Sessions

Sliding Scale

• For most families, preschool services will be free. Families with incomes at and above 400% of the current year's Federal Poverty Level will contribute monthly parent fees based on income and family size. To determine whether and what your monthly parent fee might be, visit the Sliding Scale page.
• View the Sliding Scale

Application Appointments

• If you need supporting submitting an application, schedule an application appointment with one of our bilingual application specialists. Appointments are also available in additional languages by request. We are offering in-person, virtual and evening appointments which typically last 40-50 minutes.
• Call to schedule an appointment
• Email to schedule an appointment

Pre-K Q&A - on pause until June

• The goal of Pre-K Q&A is to support families applying for Durham PreK who may have quick questions about their application, required documents, site preferences, and more about Durham PreK. These are designed for questions that can be answered in 20 minutes or less.
• Learn more about Pre-K Q&A

Application Tutorial Video Library

• The application has video tutorials embedded within most steps to help you navigate the tasks. You can also find them on our website and on our YouTube channel.

Frequently Asked Questions

• The FAQ page has answers to commonly asked questions about Durham PreK. If you have a question not listed, you can contact the Durham PreK Information Line at 1-833-773-5338 or email prek@childcareservices.org.
• View FAQs