APS offers four high-quality early childhood programs for children ages 2 years and 6 months through 5.
We are accepting applications for all of our PreK program for the 2026-2027 school year! If a program is full, your child will be added to the waitlist. Seats will be offered when they become available. Complete your SchoolMint application here!
The application window for the 2027-2028 school year opens on November 9, 2026 and closes January 22, 2027. The lottery will occur on February 12, 2027 (snow day 2/19/27).
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Each of our early childhood programs is grounded in the mission of preparing learners for long-term social-emotional well-being and academic success. Our Pre-K programs provide nurturing and engaging learning environments where curiosity is encouraged, and foundational academic and social skills are cultivated. Our Pre-K programs are led by dedicated educators who understand the unique needs of young children and partner closely with families to foster growth both in and out of the classroom.
VPI is a free program for 4 year old students who meet program eligibility guidelines.
CPP provides children with and without disabilities the opportunity to participate in an inclusive preschool program.
Lab preschool classrooms providing a hands-on learning environment for high school students enrolled in Early Childhood Education courses.
The Child Find process is a part of the APS Department of Student Services and Office of Special Education. Children with suspected delays, such as in the areas of cognition, communication, hearing, vision, social-emotional skills, and/or motor skills, are referred to a student study committee to determine whether the child requires assessment for consideration of eligibility for special education services. To learn more, contact the APS Child Find Office at 703-228-2550.
Find out more about Pre-K Special Education at APS.
Arlington Public Schools (APS) offers a high quality, developmentally appropriate kindergarten program. This full-day program is designed to meet the emotional, social, physical, and academic needs of all children and is based on the Virginia State Standards.
Syphax Education Center
2110 Washington Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22204
For assistance with PreK program applications, contact the APS Welcome Center at 703-228-8000 and select option 1.
Northern Virginia Family Services’ Head Start program serves families of children ages 3-5 years old that meet income requirements, to enhance and promote social cognitive, physical, and emotional development and help children toward educational literacy as they prepare to enter public school.Please contact Anisah Bailey at 571-748-2793 for enrollment questions and information.
The Arlington County Office of Child & Family Services serves over 200 private preschool and daycare providers. View a complete list of childcare options.
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