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Big Things Start in Pre-K. Learning. Confidence. Friendships. Independence. Give your four-year-old a strong start with Weakley County Schools Pre-K — available at no cost to qualifying families.

Your child may qualify for FREE Pre-K. Complete the application today!

Ready to Apply for Pre-K?

Start your application online below, or visit your child’s school to pick up and complete an application in person.

To submit your application online:

  • Gather your documents: With your form, we'll need a few pieces of documentation. Pictures or PDFs of these are fine!

    • Proof of income for all members of the household. This may include any of the following: a copy of last year’s W2, current check stubs for one full month, income tax return from the previous year, social security/SSI documentation, child support documentation, or verification letter of pay signed by employer.

    • Birth certificate or other official records of birth

    • One proof of residency dated within the past two months stating the name of the parent/legal guardian and the address of residence. Acceptable forms of proof of residency include:

      • Option 1: Copy of signed lease agreement or mortgage statement

      • Option 2: Utility bill (i.e., electric, water, gas or sewer)

      • Option 3: Bank or credit card statement

      • Option 4: Paystub

      • Option 5: Voter Registration or some type of legal mail

  • Complete the form: Fill out the application electronically and submit your documents, all in one place. A copy of your application will be submitted to us automatically, and emailed to you.

Don't have everything on this list? Don't let that stop you from reaching out. Contact Karen Fowler at Karen.Fowler@wcsk12tn.net and we'll help you determine what you need.

PreK Application

If you have any issues or questions while filling out the application, let us know! Call us at 731-364-2247 or email info@wcsk12tn.net.

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Pre-K is a big year for little learners! Weakley County Schools gives children a place to learn, play, build confidence, make friends, and get ready for kindergarten — all while still getting plenty of time to be four.

And qualifying families can attend at no cost.

Could Your Child Qualify for FREE Pre-K?

You may qualify and not even realize it. Weakley County Schools' Pre-K program gives priority to children from income-eligible families. If your child will be 4 years old on or before August 15, we encourage you to apply.

Start Your Application
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Pre-K isn't just about learning letters and numbers. It's a year for your child to practice being part of a classroom, discover what they can do, and build the confidence they'll carry with them into kindergarten.

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In Pre-K, your child will:

Build independence
Practice routines, make choices, take care of belongings, and learn to do more on their own.

Learn how to be part of a classroom
Practice listening, taking turns, sharing, solving problems, and making friends.

Build early reading skills
Explore books, letters, sounds, stories, conversations, and new words.

Discover early math
Count, sort, compare, recognize patterns, explore shapes, and solve problems.

Learn by DOING
Paint. Build. Pretend. Move. Explore. Create. Ask approximately 14,000 questions. 😂

Get ready for kindergarten
Become familiar with school routines and build skills that can make that first kindergarten day feel a whole lot less BIG.

What Does a Day in Pre-K Look Like?

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A blue background displays a red banner with white text: "Learning through play." Below it is a list of activities: Building, pretending, sorting, creating, and exploring.

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Two children sit on the floor, one with a bracelet, sorting objects on a colorful rug. Behind them, blue chairs and a table are visible.

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Red text on a navy background reads, "And yes...there's plenty of fun!" Below, white text states, "Because four-year-olds learn best when they're engaged, moving, exploring and doing."

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White text on a blue background reads, "They’re still little. We teach them that way."

Ready? Let's Get Your Application Started.

Applying for Pre-K doesn't have to mean making a special trip. You can start the process right from your phone or computer.

Rather apply in-person? That's okay, too! Scroll down to see how to get started.

Start Your Online Application

To Complete Your Application In-Person:

Visit or contact your child's school to get a paper copy of the application. Not sure which school your child will attend? Give us a call at 731-364-2247 and we'll help you find the right location.

School Contact Information

Pre-K Questions? We've Got You.

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