Cambridge Preschool Program Application Opens October 1 for 2026-2027 School Year

The Cambridge Office of Early Childhood is excited to accept applications to the Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP) for the 2026-2027 school year beginning Wednesday, October 1 through Friday, November 14! CPP is a publicly-funded program that provides free, high-quality preschool for Cambridge 4-year-olds and some 3-year-olds for a school-day, school-year placement. There are additional costs for full-day, full-year (including summer) programs for some families.

Families apply to CPP through a single, centralized online application and can choose from programs offered through Cambridge Public Schools, the City's Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP), and select community-based preschools and family childcare providers. All CPP classrooms offer high-quality curriculum and equitable learning experiences that focus on school readiness and social emotional learning.

Eligibility:

Cambridge residents who will be 4 years old or 3 years old by August 31, 2026 are eligible to apply to CPP for enrollment in the 2026-2027 school year.
Please note: there are limited seats for 3-year-olds and there may be additional eligibility requirements.

Interested in learning more about CPP and the application process? The Cambridge Office of Early Childhood is hosting two upcoming events for parents and caregivers:

• CPP Enrollment Fair, Saturday, September 27 at the Cambridge Rindge and Latin School Cafeteria, 459 Broadway, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Attend this free event to explore preschool choices available through CPP, meet preschool providers, and ask questions. Fun activities, children's entertainment, and ice cream will also be available at the event!
• CPP Virtual Information Session, Monday, September 29 on Zoom, 7 - 8 p.m. Attend this virtual meeting to learn more about CPP eligibility, program options, and the application and matching process.

For more information about CPP, visit www.earlychildhoodcambridge.org/cpp.