Free Pre-K Counts
Locations
Latrobe Kinder-Schull
320 McKinley Avenue
Latrobe, PA 15650
Phone: 724.537.2565
Fax: 724.537.7096
Ligonier Kinder-Schull
117 Juniper Lane
Ligonier, PA 15658
Phone: 724.537.2565
Fax: 724.238.5584
PA Pre-K Counts
Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts, established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education is bringing quality full-day pre-kindergarten to 3 and 4-year-olds in Pennsylvania.LKS provides high-quality Pre-K education for 3 and 4-year old children at NO COST to qualifying families through the Pre-K Counts. The purpose of Pre-K Counts is to expand the number of children who have the opportunity to experience a Pre-K program of high quality. Early education through a Pre-K Counts program opens the doors of opportunity for every child to do well in school, in the workplace, and in life. PA Pre-K Counts is free to income eligible families.
Who Qualifies for FREE Pre-K Counts? Take a look at the income guidelines:
Why choose our Pre-K Counts Program:
Our teachers are highly qualified with PA Early Childhood Education Certifications.
Research-based curriculum that will help your child grow academically and socially.
Daily schedule that consists of learning through play, lessons, meals, & gross motor (exercising/outdoor time).
Play areas where students can explore and learn with writing, math, science, literacy, library, sand/water, blocks/engineering, dramatic play, music, art, & fine motor (increase fingers/wrists for pencil grip)!
Daily parent communication and parent involvement opportunities
Free nutritious breakfast & lunch provided each day
Licensed by the Department of Education
We work closely with local school districts to easily transition your child to Kindergarten!
We also work with the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit (WIU)! If your child receives services such as speech, they can work with your child at our school during the day! They also do evaluations at our location.
Latrobe Kinder-Schull's Indoor Gym
Gym Tour.movFrequently Asked Questions:
What will my child gain from going to Pre-K Counts?
Gives them the opportunity to increase their social skills by interacting with other peers & teachers.
Prepares them for Kindergarten by practicing math, science, social studies, literacy, writing, gross motor, & fine motor skills!
What are the class times?
Latrobe & Ligonier 9 am-3 pm
Do you have childcare available for before and/or after class times?
Yes but space is limited. Please contact our office to check space availability and then apply for services through the ELRC website for possible tuition assistance.
Check out the Wrap Around Room and teachers Here.
Does my child need to be potty trained?
No! We will assist them with potty training and seeing their peers using the restroom encourages them to try!
What if my family is over the income guidelines?
Contact us! We have other options like Private Pay childcare programs! Some students may qualify for reduced tuition. Please click our Childcare Programs Tab for more information.
How to enroll & what can I expect:
1. Fill out our Pre-K Counts Application and either return it by email, mail it, or drop it off at our locations!
2. After we receive your Application and Income (Tax Returns/SNAP/W-2) we will send you the Enrollment Packet either by mail or email. You can also access this packet below and submit it through email, mail, or by dropping it off at our locations.
3. Once we receive your Enrollment packet, we’ll send you information about our Orientation Day in June/July. At the Orientation Day, parents/guardians will receive in-depth information about our daily Pre-K Counts Program & fill out missing paperwork while your child visits one of our classrooms!