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Early Education Assistance

We partner with quality early education centers in Southern Nevada to provide the highest standard of care and education for local families.

United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) has selected 60 early education centers with 100 classrooms to receive over $15.9 million in scholarships to help local families enroll their 4-year old children in FREE full-day preschool; before and after care costs may be applied.

Since 2015, the Nevada Department of Education and United Way of Southern Nevada have provided over 7,500 scholarships to qualifying Pre-K children to receive the education they deserve through the Nevada Ready! State Pre-K program to prepare them for Kindergarten.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Children must be 4 years old by August 1, 2025 to qualify. Your family may qualify if one or more of these apply:

  • Your family’s yearly household income is at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) Click here to see if your family qualifies.
  • Your family’s primary language at home is not English.
  • Your child has an Individualized Education Program (IEP.)
  • Your child is with a foster family providing temporary care.

Nevada Ready! State Pre-K Scholarship    Interest Form

Connect with United Way of Southern Nevada’s Early Education Team to see if your child qualifies for a free preschool scholarship and we will connect you to a Nevada Ready! State Pre-K Center.

Parent Name(Required)
Child Name(Required)
Date Care is Needed(Required)

Our Partners

 

Early Education Resources

Early education is important to prepare children for educational success and help parents and caregivers create stability at home. Find resources to access early education and help children learn below.

First 5 Nevada: Resources for Southern Nevada Parents

Early education plays a key role in preparing children for school success and helping families create stable, supportive homes. Visit First 5 Nevada to find local resources that can help your child thrive.

Click here to find local resources with First 5 Nevada

 

Neighborhood Network

The Neighborhood Network program extends the benefits of formal preschool to children whose families rely on affordable childcare from family, friends, and neighbors (FFNs), who serve 73% of Pre-K children in Clark County. This program focuses on providing early learning experiences that help close educational gaps, ensuring children enter school ready to succeed. Through engaging activities, resources, and field trips, Neighborhood Network strengthens the foundation for lifelong learning in Southern Nevada’s youngest students. To learn more about the program, please email NevadaReady@uwsn.org.

Hear from a Nevada Ready! Pre-K Program Graduate!

 

Group photos of toddlers at graduation
Slideshow of toddlers at a graduation event
Toddler in a graduation gown clapping and smiling

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