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Pre-K Week Starts April 7

Exploring preschool options for your child? Join us for Pre-K Week! From April 7 to April 13, 2025, schools will be hosting events for families to learn more about their preschool programs. Use our calendar to find an event at a school near you.

How to Use the Calendar

To view a complete list of Pre-K Week events, click the "View Full Calendar" link. Please note, you will need to select the appropriate month on the calendar page to see the events. All Pre-K Week events are scheduled for April, so use the calendar widget to select April to see the full list.

View a Map of Events

In addition to the calendar, you can view our Pre-K Week map to find events near you.

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Pre-K Week Events

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All of the CPS preschools in the city accept applications through a separate website called Chicago Early Learning. Chicago Early Learning (CEL) provides access to early childhood education options through both CPS and community-based programs.

VISIT Chicago Early Learning website

Pre-K Important Dates

  • All SY 25-26 CPS preschool seats are a part of the Chicago Early Learning application process.
    • APRIL 8, 2025 - Application Period Opens
    • MAY 22, 2025 - Live Selections Opens
  • To receive SY25-26 preschool application updates, please subscribe to our newsletter by visiting cps.edu/ChicagoEarlyLearning/connect/.
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Pre-K Important Dates

  • All SY 25-26 CPS preschool seats are a part of the Chicago Early Learning application process.
    • APRIL 8, 2025 - Application Period Opens
    • MAY 22, 2025 - Live Selections Opens
  • To receive SY25-26 preschool application updates, please subscribe to our newsletter by visiting cps.edu/ChicagoEarlyLearning/connect/.