Pre-K Program


Enroll Your Child in Pre-K Today!

A picture of a table in the Oberlin pre-K classroom with different drawings and stamp art created by kids.

Are you looking for a high-quality Pre-K program in Lorain County for a child age 4 or 5?

With multiple full-day scheduling options, a 1:11 student-teacher ratio, and all meals, snacks and supplies included in our tuition, the Oberlin Early Childhood Education Center offers a high-quality, child-focused Pre-Kindergarten experience.

Take the first step: Call us at (440) 774-8193 or email us to enroll for fall.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Full-Day Pre-Kindergarten

  • Monday – Friday
  • 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
PRE-K PROGRAM OPTIONS

Not all families have the same schedule or needs. Choose from our different scheduling options:

  • 5-day program
  • 3-day program
  • 2-day program 
ABOUT OUR CLASSROOM

OECC has one pre-kindergarten classroom.  This classroom can serve up to 22 children ranging in age from 4 to 5 years old and is staffed with 1 teacher for every 11 students.

FOOD & SUPPLIES ARE PROVIDED

All children receive breakfast, lunch, and a snack.  All meals meet USDA guidelines.  OECC prepares a healthy breakfast, lunch and snack onsite with fresh, local foods.

TUITION FOR PRE-KINDERGARTEN

Tuition is based on a sliding fee scale.  Families must submit income verification for all adults in the household. 

This may include the last two pay stubs, retirement payments, Social Security, Social Security Disability, alimony, and/or child support. 

W-2 forms or quarterly tax returns will only be accepted for business owners.

Tuition scholarships are also provided to support families as they transition off of government assistance or in the case of economic hardship. Scholarships are based on a first come first serve basis and need.

  • We also accept child care vouchers through the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. Call 440-323-5726 or apply on the ODJFS website.
READY TO ENROLL?

Contact (440) 774-8193 or learn more about enrolling in pre-Kindergarten at the Oberlin Early Childhood Center.