Pre-Kindergarten Information
Preliminary Applications for Edgemont's 2026-2027 Pre-Kindergarten Program
It is anticipated that Edgemont will partner with at least one local childcare center to offer a limited number of full-day Pre-Kindergarten seats for the 2026-2027 school year. If so, the opportunity would be made possible through New York State's Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) grant program.
The District has published a Request for Proposals (RFP) from local childcare centers for the 2026-2027 school year. Although a location has not yet been established for the upcoming year, we have begun collecting applications from prospective students.
The program will follow the 2026-2027 Edgemont school calendar and operate from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on school days. The instructional portion of the program, which is subsidized by state funds, is free to families.
To be considered for this opportunity, families must complete the Preliminary Application Form or contact District Registrar Mimi Southard at (914) 472-7767 ext. 4431 or msouthard@edgemont.org by Sunday, March 15, 2026. Completing this preliminary application does not guarantee a seat in the program or commit you to participation. All preliminary applications will be reviewed after the submission deadline, and further details will be shared with families who have applied.
Access Application Here. It must be completed by march 15, 2026.
Eligible applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The child must reside within the Edgemont UFSD boundaries.
- The child must turn four (4) years old by December 31, 2026.
If the number of applicants exceeds the number of available seats, the District will conduct a random selection process, as required by the NYS Education Department.
Important Program Details
- Hours: 9:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m., following Edgemont's school calendar
- Location(s): TBD
- Tuition: No cost for the instructional program (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.). Additional before- and after-care will be made available by the 3rd party provider at an additional cost.
- Meals: Lunch is not provided.
- Transportation: Transportation is not provided.
- Curriculum: A district-approved curriculum to be overseen by Dr. Orozco, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible to apply?
- How do I apply for a seat in the program?
- How many seats are available?
- Where will the program take place?
- What are the hours of the program?
- Is there a cost to families?
- Is extended care available?
- Will transportation be provided?
- Who operates the program?
- What curriculum will be used?
- Will instructors be certified teachers?
- Will meals be provided?
- Does completing the Preliminary Application obligate a family to commit to a seat in the program if selected?
- Will selected families be given the opportunity to tour the facilities before deciding to enroll?
- What happens if my child is not selected in the lottery?
Who is eligible to apply?
How do I apply for a seat in the program?
How many seats are available?
Where will the program take place?
What are the hours of the program?
Is there a cost to families?
Is extended care available?
Will transportation be provided?
Who operates the program?
What curriculum will be used?
Will instructors be certified teachers?
Will meals be provided?
Does completing the Preliminary Application obligate a family to commit to a seat in the program if selected?
Will selected families be given the opportunity to tour the facilities before deciding to enroll?
What happens if my child is not selected in the lottery?
