Early Education in North Kansas City Schools

  • FREE DEVELOPMENTAL and PRESCHOOL SCREENINGS
     

    Do you have a child that is between the ages of 3 months and 5 years old?

    Do you live within the boundaries of NKC Schools? If so, your child is eligible for a free screening.

    Developmental screenings for 3 months - 5-year-olds.

     Preschool screenings for children born between 8/1/18 & 7/31/19.

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  • Free Preschool Screenings

    Screenings begin January 6, 2023 for the 23-24 school year.

    Children must be born between 8/1/18 & 7/31/19 to sign up for a preschool screening.

    Free half-day and free full-day preschool are offered in NKC Schools, both of which require a screening to determine eligibility.

    Free full-day preschool requires a screening AND a family must meet the Free & Reduced Lunch guidelines.

    Click here to schedule a preschool screening

    Income Eligibility Guidelines

  • Free Developmental Screening

    Screenings will be scheduled as screeners become available.

    Children must be 3 months to 5 years old at the time of screening.

    Click here to sign up for a developmental screening

    Families of children with birthdays between 8/1/18 & 7/31/19 AND interested in free preschool should sign up for the free preschool screening rather than the developmental screening.