For Families
School success starts with high-quality preschool
Guiding your child’s path to success
High-quality preschool gives your child the tools they need to succeed in school and in life. In Cleveland, you can find high-quality preschools in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, Head Start programs, child care centers, private preschool programs, and home-based child care.
Participate in high-quality preschool
Research shows that high-quality preschool participation at 3 and 4 years old prepares students for school and beyond.
Be ready for kindergarten
Kindergarten readiness includes early literacy and math skillss, positive interactions with teachers and peers, the ability to succeed in a classroom environment, and enthusiasm for learning.
Meet third grade literacy goals
Cleveland kids who are kindergarten-ready are 30% more likely to pass the third grade reading test.
Graduate from high school
Students who are reading proficient by third grade are four times more likely to stay in school and graduate from high school.
Pursue college or a career training program
Have a successful career and earn more in adulthood
Our logo is a mark of quality.
Every PRE4CLE Preschool has earned a high-quality rating of Silver or Gold from Ohio’s Step Up To Quality rating system. Get ready for kindergarten with the confidence that your child is attending a preschool that has:
environments
that are fun, welcoming, safe, and caring
staff & teachers
who are well-trained and professional
research-based curriculum
with lesson plans for each day’s activities
educational activities
to prepare your child for kindergarten
creative & imaginative play
to inspire a lifelong love of learning
feedback
about your child’s learning and progress
Find & Enroll
PRE4CLE is here to empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to guide your child’s preschool journey. Together, we’ll help you make informed decisions that build a strong foundation for your child’s future.
Use these tools to get started:
preschool discovery tool
Explore financial assistance options for high-quality preschool programs in the city of Cleveland
PRE4CLE preschool programs
View the list of more than 120 high-quality preschool programs partnered with us throughout the city
resources
Check out our curated list of resources to get your child ready for preschool and beyond.
PRE4CLE partners with Starting Point to help families find the right preschool for their child.
Starting Point's Family Resource Navigators are available to give you custom preschool referrals. Visit starting-point.org or call today at 216.575.0061
Resources for you and your preschooler
Check out our curated list of resources to get your child ready for preschool and beyond.
