Lawrence Public Schools is excited to expand full-day pre-kindergarten programming for the 2026-27 school year! Please see details below and on the flyer, including how to apply to the district-wide lottery:
- Eligibility: Student must be 4 years old by September 1, 2026; can reside anywhere in Lawrence
- Locations: Lawrence Early Childhood Center, 303 Haverhill St. (also known as St. Mary’s); and the Rollins Early Childhood Center (451 Howard St.)
- Hours: Monday-Friday 7:50am-2:50pm
Limited seats are available, and participants will be chosen by lottery. Apply at the following link by April 6, 2026: https://bit.ly/4iSBQE3
This program is a two-year commitment, with the expectation that students will complete kindergarten at the assigned location.
For more information, please check the Full Day Pre-Kindergarten flyers below.
Please note this lottery is only for the limited number of seats in the new full-day preK program. Regular annual enrollment for half day preK (morning or afternoon) is currently ongoing and kindergarten registration will open next month, with space for all Lawrence residents with age-eligible children.
