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Pre-Kindergarten

Jefferson Parish School's Early Childhood Program provides effective teacher-child interactions that are foundational to young children becoming life-long learners. High-quality early childhood education eases the transition to Kindergarten and is critical to a child's success. Best of all, many families in Jefferson Parish are eligible for free tuition. (Eligibility based on household income and proven need.) All JP Schools Pre-K programs offer full-day programming, low student to teacher ratios, daily breakfast and lunch, bus transportation within attendance zone and services for students with disabilities.

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Enrollment is lottery-based and is NOT first-come, first-served. Publicly-funded programs prioritize enrollment for low-income children and children with identified disabilities. Pre-K4 applications will be prioritized for placement in the child’s attendance zone elementary school. Bus transportation will only be provided within the student’s school attendance zone.

Please visit https://jeffersonchild.com/ for more information about Pre-K and early childhood programs in Jefferson Parish.


Application Support Options

Enrollment is NOT first-come, first-served. Dates, times, and locations for in-person appointments vary. Please visit www.picktime.com/registration to schedule an appointment. If you have any additional questions or need assistance with booking an appointment, contact the Pre-K department at 504-349-7696 or 504-349-7912.

Things to Consider When Registering for PK4

  • Child must be four (4) years old on or before September 30, 2024 to apply for a JP Schools PK4 classroom.
  • Publicly funded programs prioritize enrollment for low-income children and children with identified disabilities.
  • Applications will be prioritized for placements in the child’s elementary school district/zone.
  • Bus transportation will only be provided for students within their school attendance zones.
  • Only completed applications with ALL required documents will be placed in the lottery system.
  • Parents may choose up to three (3) sites for possible placement in the application process.
  • Title I classes may be subject to an academic screening.
  • Families will receive placement or wait-listed status by E-MAIL ONLY.
  • Families will be required to accept or decline placement through their online account.

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PreK Special Education

Contact the JP Schools Pre-Kindergarten Department

501 Manhattan Blvd.
Harvey, LA 70058

504-349-7696

504-349-7912