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Preschool Program

Preschool Application for 2026-2027 School Year

If you have any difficulty accessing the Google Form application at that time, please email the Preschool Office at preschool@spfk12.org

Thank you for your interest in the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Preschool Program!

Through the community's support in passing the recent referendum, renovations to the interior of La Grande Elementary School are expected to be completed in time to welcome eligible preschool children for the 2026-2027 school year! To follow the progress of the referendum projects, please visit the Bond Referendum Updates webpage.

We are excited to bring all of our preschool classrooms together under one roof at La Grande Elementary School, which is located at 330 South Avenue in Fanwood. Creating this early learning community at La Grande will offer endless opportunities for collaboration, special events, and unique experiences to benefit our children, families, and staff. It will be a historic transition for the district and we look forward to having your family join us on this journey.

For more information about what the SPF Preschool Program has to offer, please see our 2026-2027 Program Newsletter.

An overview of the process for enrolling your child for the 2026-2027 school year can be found on our "Enrollment Process" page.

Program Overview

The Scotch Plains - Fanwood Preschool Program provides a foundation of readiness skills for 3- and 4-year-old children.  The preschool program is a tuition-based, regular education program with integrated classes that include some classified student participation. Enrollment is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood residents. For the 2026-2027 school year, all preschool classrooms will be housed at La Grande Elementary School, located at 330 South Avenue in Fanwood. 

The preschool program is a half-day program. While we are excited about relocating all preschool classes to LaGrande School (anticipated 2026-2027), this change in facilities does not include plans to expand to a full-day preschool model. Should any changes to our preschool program be considered in the future, we will communicate directly with our families well in advance and provide opportunities for community input.

Our Program At-a-Glance (2026-2027)                

  • Half-day sessions are held in the morning (8:45-11:40am) or afternoon (12:40-3:30pm). 

  • Classes meet 5 days per week following the district school calendar.

  • Approximately 15 children comprise each class.

  • Each class is supervised by a teacher certified in Early Childhood Education and is assisted by a full-time instructional aide.

  • Children must be residents of Scotch Plains or Fanwood to participate.

  • Children must be 3- or 4-years-old on or before October 1st of the school year for which they are enrolling.

  • Our program utilizes Creative Curriculum for its proven results in promoting literacy, mathematics and critical-thinking skills.

  • Applications are accepted until the program reaches capacity.

Contact Information
Kate Rosander
Supervisor

Kara Goldstein
Office Assistant
(908) 889-8600 ext. 31402
preschool@spfk12.org

If you are concerned that your child is developing or learning differently, you can request an evaluation for preschool special education and related services.  For more information, please call the Department of Special Services at (908) 889-0100