CCS PreK Preschool (4 Year Olds)

2026–2027 School Year

CCS PreK Preschool provides a high-quality early learning experience designed to prepare children for success in Young Fives and Kindergarten.  Our PreK program supports the development of early literacy, math, social-emotional skills, and foundational school readiness through engaging, play-based learning experiences.

CCS PreK (4 Year Old) Program Options

Free Full-Day PreK

  • Full-day program taught by Caledonia Community Schools
  • Focused on kindergarten readiness
  • Curriculum aligned to early learning and kindergarten expectations
  • For the 2026–2027 school year, CCS Preschool (PreK) will be offered at:
    • Each Caledonia Community Schools elementary school, and
    • Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center (DLECC) as overflow space, based on enrollment

Tuition-Based PreK

Tuition-based PreK options are offered through CCS Preschool and may include:

  • Half-day or full-day schedules
  • Located at the Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center (DLECC)

Specific schedules and offerings are determined annually based on enrollment.


Who Is Eligible?

  • Children who turn 4 years old on or before September 30, 2026
  • Children must be fully potty-trained by the first day of school

Enrollment

To begin the CCS Preschool (PreK) enrollment process for the 2026–2027 school year, please visit the district’s preschool enrollment page.

Families will receive additional information regarding placement, schedules, and next steps after submitting an application.


Questions?

For questions about CCS Preschool enrollment, please contact:

Catrina Russel
616-891-6220
[email protected]


Curriculum & Learning Focus

All CCS Preschool programs emphasize:

  • Early literacy and language development
  • Foundational math skills
  • Science exploration
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Hands-on, play-based instruction

CCS Preschool uses the Connect4Learning curriculum, which aligns with kindergarten expectations and supports a smooth transition into Young Fives and Kindergarten.