NC Pre-Kindergarten is a free, high-quality North Carolina funded program. Your child's regular attendance will strengthen classroom, pre-literacy, math, and social skills in a child-focused learning environment.
>> Eligibility details and frequently asked questions
Be prepared to upload the following required documents at the end of this application:
- If legal guardian, custodian, or foster provide legal/DSS documents
(Foster parent income does not count for NC Pre-K eligibility)
- A Copy of Child’s Birth Certificate
- Two copies of Proofs of Residency with a parent name and current address
(Examples: recent utility bill, car or home insurance card, driver’s license or registration, lease or mortgage statement)
- Proof of household income
Options: Four consecutive recent check stubs OR If same job for all of 2023, provide a 2023 W-2 or 2023 tax return. If new job, job offer letter from employer. OR copy of child’s recent Medicaid card OR copy of family’s current Food and Nutrition services letter. Include documents for: alimony, SSA, SSDI, child support, disability, unemployment for mom and dad/stepmom/stepdad.