2024-2025 Kindergarten Registration
Learn about kindergarten registration requirements for the 2024-2025 SY!
October 24, 2023
Choosing the Best Early Childhood Program for Your Child
Finding good child care is hard. But it is definitely worth the extra time to find the right program for your child. In addition to knowing that the people caring for your child will treat him/her as you do, it’s important to know how they will help your child learn and develop. Read on for tips to finding the right place for your child.
October 20, 2021
Paying for Early Childhood Education in Philadelphia
Children should have access to the best daycare/preschools in Philadelphia. Learn how to pay for early childhood education with free programs and scholarships.
July 19, 2021
Applying to Pre-K Counts, Head Start & Bright Futures
Pre-K Counts, Head Start, and Bright Futures are free, quality preschool programs in Philadelphia available to low-income families. Learn more!
June 16, 2021
Types of Early Childhood Programs in Philadelphia
Learn about the various types of program, and let us help you choose one of the best preschools or daycares in Philadelphia!
April 12, 2021
Frequently Used Terms in Preschool and Daycare Programs
Education approaches and standards are constantly changing, and so is the vocabulary. Learn terms to understand preschool and daycare in Philadelphia.
March 29, 2021
How to Apply to a Public District Elementary or Middle School
Is this your first time registering for a public District elementary or middle school? Are you already attending a District school but looking to transfer to a different school? Learn about the steps you should take here!
September 4, 2020
Understanding the Early Intervention Transition Process
Your child may be eligible to transition preschool special education services prior to starting Kindergarten at a District or charter school. Learn more here!
May 29, 2020
What to Look for When Visiting a Childcare Center or Preschool
Visiting an early childhood center is crucial to knowing if it is up to par for your child. When visiting, consider the cleanliness, organization, and safeness of the facility, the appropriateness of the toys and materials, the interactions between staff and children, and the involvement of families. Learn more!
May 15, 2020
Ready4K
Every day is an opportunity to build reading skills in your child. Sign up for free text alerts from Ready4K on small changes that could make a big impact!
May 15, 2020
Early Childhood Education: Quality Providers
There are many early childhood centers in Philadelphia and GreatPhillySchools is here to ensure you choose a quality center for your child!
May 15, 2020
Daycare or Preschool: What’s The Difference?
When choosing a program for your child, the bottom line is to look for programs that provide educational enrichment. Beyond that, the choice between daycare and preschool is yours to make! Learn more here.
May 15, 2020
