Students must turn four by September 1, 2018. Children attending Pre-K 4 SA must have a date of birth between 9/2/2013 and 9/1/2014.

Pre-K 4 SA is only available for four-year-olds born between 9/2/2013 and 9/1/2014.

East Central ISD, Edgewood ISD, Harlandale ISD, North East ISD, Northside ISD, San Antonio ISD, South Side ISD, and Southwest ISD are participating districts. If you live in one of these districts, you are eligible to attend any Pre-K 4 SA Education Center for free. Families living in non-participating school districts are not eligible for free Pre-K 4 SA.

Any child living within the city limits of San Antonio or Extra Territorial Jurisdiction can attend Pre-K 4 SA. However, all students from non-participating school districts must pay tuition to participate in the program (even if they meet the eligibility requirements for free Pre-K).

Children can qualify for free Pre-K 4 SA if they meet family income requirements, are an English language learner, are the child of a military member, are homeless, are currently or previously were in foster care, or Star of Texas Award. For specific qualifications, see our Eligibility Guidelines.

Yes. If you live within the city limits of San Antonio or Extra Territorial Jurisdiction, you can attend Pre-K 4 SA as a tuition paying student.

No. Applicants only need to complete the online application. You will need eligibility documentation for the registration appointment.

Applications are accepted beginning February 1.

Yes. You can apply online here. In person at Pre-K 4 SA Education Center or over the phone at 210-206-PREK (7735).

On the application, parents can select their first and second choice Education Centers. Parents also have the option to indicate “no second choice” if they are only interested in one Center. Families wishing to be considered for more than two schools can call the hotline at 210-206-PREK (7735) to add additional Centers to their application.

No. You will only be asked basic information about your family, your contact information, and your preferences for Pre-K 4 SA.

Email notifications will begin the 1st Monday in February and will continue each Monday as space is available at the Centers. The notification email will include information regarding the registration process steps.

If you receive an email that says you are on the waitlist, it means space is not available at the Center you have selected. When and if space becomes available, you will be notified by email.

The four Education Centers are located in the North, South, East and West quadrants of the city. Click here for the center addresses.

Pre-K 4 SA provides a free nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snack to students daily. Meals are prepared off-site by contracted company Selrico Services, Inc. and delivered to the four Education Centers. Selrico also conducts nutrition workshops for families and provides support for student-run gardens. Pre-K 4 SA funds the meal program with reimbursement from the Child and Adult Care Food Program. Alternate meals are available to accommodate children with dietary and religious restrictions. Pre-K 4 SA is Peanut Free.

Pre-K 4 SA provides an Extended Day Program from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. for families who are working or are in school. The Extended Day Program is free for all qualifying families. To qualify, families must submit the “Extended Day Program Employment Verification” form during registration. This form must be signed by the parent’s supervisor or school advisor. Forms must be submitted for both working parents, if applicable.

Bus transportation is available for registered students to and from the bus depot and the Pre-K 4 SA Education Centers. Each center has designated bus depots to provide convenient, efficient, and safe locations for the student to ride each day. Pre-K 4 SA buses are specifically designed for four-year-olds and equipped with 5 point harness integrated safety seats. Each bus has interior and exterior cameras. CPR and First Aid Certified Bus Monitors ride to and from school with the students each day and maintain the student ratio of ten students to one adult. Bus Drivers are also professionally certified. Click here to view the current Pre-K 4 SA bus depot locations.