Preschool
Thank you for your interest in the Oakland Unified School District Preschool Program!
OUSD prepares children for success in Kindergarten and beyond by providing students with curriculum that is developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate. It is our goal to provide each child with individual attention that is essential during the early years, an engaging curriculum and a safe, nurturing environment in which students thrive.
Contact Us
Enrollment Center
746 Grand Avenue, Room A
Oakland, CA 94610
Phone: (510) 879-8410
Fax: (510) 627-9410
Email: enroll@ousd.org
ECE Administrative Office
1025 4th Avenue
Oakland, CA 94606
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Phone: (510) 879-8410
Fax: (510) 874-7750
3-Step Enrollment
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Gather Your DocumentsYou MUST have these documents to complete the Registration Process |
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Complete Your FormsOnce you gathered the required documents, please print and fill-out your Eligibility Form |
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Visit Our OfficePlease visit our office to submit your forms and complete a Brief Pre-Screening Interview with ECE Enrollment Staff. |
Certification
In order to qualify for preschool or school-age services, each family must complete a certification process that adheres to the State regulations governing licensed preschool programs. The chart below outlines the certifications that must be completed for each program type offered through OUSD.
| Program Type | Eligibility | Need for Services | Health Documentation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day Preschool | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3-Hour Preschool | ✔ | ✔ | |
| School-Age Program | ✔ | ✔ |
Kindergarten Readiness
Kindergarten readiness entails the combined efforts of families, the community and schools to come together and support student achievement both in the schools and in the community.