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Preschools

2026-2027 Program and Enrollment Information

We are delighted to offer early childhood programs in the Ann Arbor Public Schools and appreciate your interest in our preschool options.  

 
Tuition-based preschool, previously available at Allen and Thurston, is no longer offered due to recent changes in eligibility requirements. Families are now eligible for tuition-free preschool through the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP). Families interested in preschool at those locations are encouraged to learn more about GSRP and apply. 

 

We continue to offer tuition-free GRSP preschool programs at Bryant, Lakewood, Mitchell, and Pittsfield Elementary Schools. You can find information about GSRP eligibility and enrollment through Help Me Grow Washtenaw County. To apply for GSRP at any of the locations listed above, click here.  

 

If you have questions, email helpmegrow@washtenawisd.org,  or call 734-994-8186, call/text 724-209-1099. You may also call (734) 994-2252. We are happy to help.

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Welcome!

 

Ann Arbor Preschool @ Allen  |  Ann Arbor Preschool @ Thurston
Ann Arbor Preschool @ Westerman Preschool & Family Center
 

For more information about our program, please email goodmanr@a2schools.org

AAPS PRESCHOOL OPTIONS

Free Grant-Funded Programs for 3-year-old Children

Available only at Westerman Preschool & Family Center
Available for children who turn 3-years-old on or before December 1 of the school year.
  • Transportation provided for eligible in-district students enrolled under the Head Start program only at Westerman Preschool 
  • A family must be below 100% FPL* or meet other criteria.
  • Go to https://helpmegrowwashtenaw.org/ to complete an interest survey to start the application process.
     

 

Free Grant-Funded Programs for 4-year-old Children

Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) PreK for All:

Available at Allen, Bryant, Lakewood, Mitchell, Pittsfield, Thurston & Westerman Preschool
  • Available for children turning 4-years-old on or before December 1 of the school year.
  • Families are responsible for transportation to/from all locations.
  • Serves families with incomes up to 400% of the Federal Poverty Level or meet other criteria.
  • Applications for a new school year open in early march.

 

*FPL = Federal Poverty Level