Preschool
Our Preschool Programs
3-YEAR-OLDS
Ignite a love of learning in preschool!
- We provide a high-quality experience that will introduce your child to school while igniting a love of learning.
- Classes are at Kaposia Education Center and Lincoln Center.
- Children must be 3-years-old by September 1 of the school year.
- Registration for the 2024-2025 school year is open and ongoing until classes are filled.
- Children must be fully toilet trained and independent in the bathroom in order to attend preschool.
- If you do not qualify for a Pathways Scholarship (which is part of the Preschools 3's application packet), you can enroll in preschool for a fee based on a sliding fee scale.
- For registration questions, contact Lu at 651-457-9418.
Preschool Options
Kaposia Education Center
$200/month
3 DAYS PER WEEK |
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Lincoln Center
$200/month
3 DAYS PER WEEK |
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APPLY TODAY!
Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is now open for 3-year-old and 4-year-old preschool.
We are committed to preparing your child for success by supporting their intellectual, emotional and social development needs in a positive and nurturing environment. We provide a play-based developmentally appropriate curriculum, and our programs are Four-Star Parent Aware rated. We offer 3-year-old and 4-year-old preschool. Our 4-year-old preschool program is free for students and families who meet eligibility requirements, with priority given to South St. Paul school district residents who meet eligibility requirements set by the Minnesota Department of Education. Applications will be processed in the order received. You can learn more by reviewing our Early Learning Handbook (English) (Spanish).
Register Online for 2025-2026:
Register with Paper Forms: Registration can be completed by filling out a hard copy at the Enrollment Center (100 7th Ave N, SSP)
4-YEAR-OLDS
Where curiosity begins!
- Our focus is to provide your child with a high-quality and engaging learning experience to prepare them for kindergarten.
- Classes are at Kaposia Education Center and Lincoln Center.
- Children must be 4-years-old by September 1 of the school year.
- Registration for the 2024-2025 school year is open and ongoing until classes are filled.
- Children must be fully toilet trained and independent in the bathroom in order to attend preschool.
- 4-year-old preschool is free for students and families who meet eligibility requirements.
- Families who do not meet eligibility criteria can enroll for a fee. We provide a sliding fee based on income. Please contact our office for more information if you are concerned about fees.
- For registration questions, contact Lu at 651-457-9418.
Schedule Options for 4-Year-Olds
Kaposia Education Center
4-YEAR-OLD PRESCHOOL |
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Lincoln Center
4-YEAR OLD PRESCHOOL |
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ELIGIBILITY FOR FREE PREK
You are eligible for free 4-year-old preschool if you or your child meet any one of these criteria:
Department of Education Criteria
- Your family qualifies for free or reduced-price meals.
- Your family meets financial eligibility requirements.
- Your child qualifies for English language learner services.
- Your child is American Indian.
- Your family has experienced homelessness in the last 24 months.
- Through health and developmental screening, your child is identified as having a potential risk factor that may impact their learning.
- Your child is in foster care, kinship care or is in need of child protection services.
- One of your child's parents is a migrant or seasonal agricultural laborer.
- One of your child's parents is incarcerated.
- Your child is referred to or is eligible for special education.
Students may enroll for 4-year-old preschool for a fee if they do not meet eligibility requirements. A sliding fee scale is available. Please contact our office for more information.
APPLY TODAY!
Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is now open for 3-year-old and 4-year-old preschool.
We are committed to preparing your child for success by supporting their intellectual, emotional and social development needs in a positive and nurturing environment. We provide a play-based developmentally appropriate curriculum, and our programs are Four-Star Parent Aware rated. We offer 3-year-old and 4-year-old preschool. Our 4-year-old preschool program is free for students and families who meet eligibility requirements, with priority given to South St. Paul school district residents who meet eligibility requirements set by the Minnesota Department of Education. Applications will be processed in the order received. You can learn more by reviewing our Early Learning Handbook (English) (Spanish).
Register Online for 2025-2026:
Register with Paper Forms: Registration can be completed by filling out a hard copy at the Enrollment Center (100 7th Ave N, SSP)
Contact Information
Jeanne Zehnder
Community Education Director
(651) 306-3634
jzehnder@sspps.org
Kristen Sammartano Weeks
Early Learning Coordinator
(651) 306-3642
ksammartanoweeks@sspps.org
Lu Campbell
Early Learning Admin Assistant
(651) 457-9418
lcampbell@sspps.org