Prekindergarten Programs

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2024-2025 Prekindergarten Registration

To begin the pre-qualification process for the (2024-2025) school year, please complete a New Student Online Enrollment application. The Allen ISD Prekindergarten Enrollment Clerk will contact you once your pre-qualification application is received.

CLICK HERE to complete the New Student Online Enrollment Application.

Allen Independent School District is ready, willing, and able to identify and serve all children with disabilities residing within its jurisdiction who need special education and related services. If you suspect or know of a child with a disability, please contact Special Services.

Contact

Anderson Early Childhood School
Lara Utecht, Principal
305 N. Alder Drive • Allen, TX 75002
972-396-6924
Fax 972-396-6929

About Prekindergarten

Allen ISD offers a full-day prekindergarten program for students who are 4 years old by Sept. 1, live within the boundaries of Allen ISD, and meet at least one of the state’s eligibility criteria. The full-day program consists of monolingual and bilingual classes and is located at George J. Anderson Early Childhood School. 

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for enrollment in prekindergarten, the child must be 4 years old on or before September 1st, live in the Allen ISD attendance zone, AND meet at least one of the state's eligibility requirements listed below:

  • The child is Limited English Proficient (not fluent in English). The child will be given an English proficiency test to determine this qualification. 

  • The child’s family meets the federal income guidelines for the National School Lunch Program. 

  • The child is homeless.

  • The student is the child of an active-duty member of the armed forces.

  • The student is the child of a parent who was killed or injured while serving on active duty.

  • The child is currently or was previously in foster care.

  • The student is the child of a peace officer, a firefighter, or an emergency medical first responder who is eligible for the Star of Texas Award.

Required Documents

If eligibility is met, documents listed below will be required:

  • Birth Certificate or Passport 

  • Updated student’s Immunization Records (Texas Requirements)

  • Picture ID of both parents/guardians enrolling student.

  • Proof of Residency within school attendance boundaries, supply one of the following (Under parent’s/guardian’s name):

    • HUD Settlement Statement, or Closing Disclosure OR

    • Lease Agreement, OR

    • Contract of Sale/Lease Contract OR

    • Current Utility bill (gas, water, or electric) one only.

  • If applicable, Court Documents regarding parental rights

  • If applicable, Withdrawal Form/Report Card from the previous school AND Previous School Address & Phone Number

  • All families must have proof of income regardless of meeting other qualifying requirements, as we are a state program and are required to collect this data.

High Quality Prekindergarten Components

Student Progress Monitoring
Teacher Qualifications
Class Size Ratio
Family Engagement

Prekindergarten Frequently Asked Questions