Houston County Pre-K
The mission of the Houston County Pre-Kindergarten Program is to provide developmentally appropriate educational opportunities for four-year old children and their families. The program will promote a partnership among the child, family, school and community to encourage life-long learning.
The Houston County School District Pre-K Program strives to ensure that every child in every school has access to a high-quality education that promotes their academic, social, emotional, and physical development. We are committed to helping your child reach his or her fullest potential, prepared to enter kindergarten. In partnership with our parents, we strive to meet each child's needs in all areas. Together, we can accomplish great things and take pride in your child's success.
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Pre-K Registration for the 2026-2027 School Year
The Houston County School District will accept applications for the 2026-2027 Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) program between February 2-27. Approximately 1,300 children are expected to register for Pre-K in Houston County.
Pre-K students must be four years of age on September 1, 2026, and reside within the Houston County School District. Children who will be five years old on September 1, 2026, and are not currently enrolled in one of the District’s Pre-K classrooms should register as kindergarten students for the 2026-2027 school year.
The application for Pre-K can be found on the District’s Central Registration webpage. Parents should follow the Steps for Student Registration to fill out the application, schedule an appointment, and begin gathering the required documentation needed.
Applicants will be entered into a computer system for a lottery drawing, giving no priority. All Pre-K applications submitted by February 27 will have an equal chance of computer selection, regardless of the application date. Parents will be notified by mail of acceptance or waiting list status by mid-April.
Preparing for Pre-K
Below are links and resources for parents to help their child prepare for Pre-K.
- Items children should be know and be able to do at this age
- Free screen to address concerns about a child's development
- Preparing for Pre-K
Pre-K Information and Resources
Below are resources from the state and other agencies to support parents of Pre-K.
- HCSD Pre-K Handbook 2025-2026
- HCSD Pre-K Handbook 2025-2026 Spanish
- GA Pre-K Family Page
- Parents FAQ about GA Pre-K
- Enrolling in GA Pre-K General Information
- GA Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS)
- Useful Resource Links for Families
- GA Pre-K Activities from Home
- GA BFTS DECAL - Locate Other Pre-K Programs
- Supporting Social and Emotional Needs