CCS PreK and Preschool (4 Year Old)
2026-2027 School Year
Welcome to CCS PreK & Preschool! We are excited to welcome our youngest Fighting Scots for the 2026–2027 school year.
Our 4 Year Old PreK and Preschool programs provide a welcoming, engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and build the skills they need for a successful start to school. Through play-based learning, children develop early literacy and math skills, build social-emotional skills, gain independence, and get ready for Young Fives and Kindergarten.
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, PreK will be offered at:
- Each Caledonia Community Schools elementary school, and
- Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center (DLECC) as overflow space, based on enrollment
- First day of school is September 21, 2026
Tuition-Based Preschool
Tuition-based Preschool options are offered through CCS Preschool and may include:
- Half-day schedules
- Located at the Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center (DLECC)
- First day of school is September 8, 2026
Specific schedules and offerings are determined annually based on enrollment.
Preschool Schedule and Tuition Information
YMCA Wraparound Care
Need child care before or after preschool? The YMCA offers wraparound care Monday through Thursday at each CCS elementary school. On Fridays, full-day care is available at Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center (DLECC).
For registration information, program details, and availability, please contact the YMCA before and after school care program (Wrap Care - by building) to learn more.
Who Is Eligible?
- Children who turn 4 years old on or before December 1, 2026 (FREE, Full-Day PreK)
- Children who turn 4 years old on or before September 30, 2026 (Tuition-Based)
- Children must be fully potty-trained by the first day of school
Enrollment
Enrollment
To begin the CCS Preschool or 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 Russell
616-891-6220
[email protected]
Curriculum & Learning Focus
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.
Questions
Questions?
For questions about CCS Preschool or PreK, please contact:
Catrina Russell
Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center
616-891-6220
[email protected]
To begin the PreK enrollment process, visit our PreK Enrollment page.
