Pre-K Home
Welcome to First Class Pre-K!
Alabama First Class Pre-K offers 4-year-olds access to high-quality prekindergarten programs in their communities. It currently serves more than 24,000 children and has been awarded the highest quality rating by the National Institute for Early Education Research for 19 years.
Research on the program’s long-term impacts shows that children who participated in First Class Pre-K are more likely to be successful throughout their school careers than their peers who did not participate in the program. Alabama’s diverse delivery, voluntary, high-quality pre-k programs must meet specific quality assurances and abide by rigorous operating guidelines.
Director’s Welcome
It is truly a pleasure to serve as the Director of the Lee County Pre-K Program. We are honored that you trust us with your child each day and value the partnership we share with our families. Alabama First Class Pre-K has been recognized as one of the top programs in the nation, and we are proud of the tremendous growth we see in our students each year. Our dedicated teachers create nurturing, engaging classrooms where children build a strong foundation for lifelong learning. We look forward to working closely with each family as we prepare our students for a successful and exciting educational journey.
Warm Regards,
Dr. Lisa Harris
Director of Early Childood Education
🌟 Our Mission
First Class Pre-K provides a high-quality early learning experience that nurtures the whole child and prepares every Alabama child for kindergarten success.
🌈 Our Vision
We envision every child entering school confident, capable, and excited to learn.
💛 Our Beliefs
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Every child can learn and succeed.
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Children learn best through play and hands-on experiences.
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Families are valued partners in education.
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Safe, nurturing classrooms help children thrive.
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High-quality teaching makes a lasting difference.
Principal’s Welcome
It is my honor to serve as the Principal of Pre-K in Lee County, and I am so excited to begin this wonderful journey with you and your child. We believe every child can learn and succeed, and we are committed to providing a high-quality early learning experience that nurtures the whole child. Our classrooms are designed to be safe, caring, and engaging environments where children learn best through play, hands-on exploration, and meaningful experiences. We value our families as essential partners in education and look forward to working together to support your child’s growth and development. I am truly looking forward to a wonderful Pre-K school year filled with learning, laughter, and lasting memories!
Warm Regards,
Mrs. T.C. Phillips
Lee County School Pre-K Principal
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Pre-K Registration: January 15-March 19, 2026
- Online pre-registration for the upcoming school year begins January 15th. For assistance accessing the online application, contact a local First Class Pre-K program.
- Pre-Registration is open to all children four years of age on 9/1/26* who are residents of Alabama. Children who are eligible to attend kindergarten are not eligible for pre-k.
- A copy of the child’s birth certificate must be provided. It may be uploaded into the online pre-registration site or submitted directly to the local First Class Pre-K program.
- Proof of residence in Alabama must be provided. It may be uploaded into the online pre-registration site or submitted directly to the local First Class Pre-K program.
- Public school system pre-k programs may have zoning requirements that determine eligibility for attending a program at a particular school. Contact the school for attendance zone information.
- There is no registration fee for First Class Pre-K programs.
- Upon enrollment, a child’s immunization record must be provided to the school or program.
- No child will be denied participation on basis of income, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability.
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Please not the following important information about First Class Pre-K:
- A child must be 4 years old on or before September 1st of the upcoming school year.
- Students must be potty-trained.
- Enrollment is a random selection.
- Class size is a maximum of 18 students.
- Breakfast and lunch are provided free each day.
- Transportation is NOT provided for Pre-K by the District.
- Parents must complete 12 volunteer hours during the school year.
- A change of clothes (weather appropriate) is required daily.
- Small blankets are optional for rest/naptime.
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Help Me Grow Alabama
Help Me Grow (HMG) connects families to health and developmental resources so children (birth to age eight) can start school healthy and ready to succeed. With this proven model, HMG helps to ensure all children to have the best possible start in life.
Visit the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education Pre-K site to find resources and support.
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Instrucciones para Registrarse
Age Requirements
A child must be an Alabama resident and be 4 years old on September 1 of the school year for which he/she is being registered.
For example, children born between September 1, 2021, and August 31, 2022, are eligible for the 2026-27 school year.
Children who are eligible for kindergarten are not eligible for pre-k. No child will be denied participation on the basis of income, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability.Required Documentation
Enrollees must provide a copy of the child’s birth certificate, proof of residence, an immunization record upon enrollment.
Registration Timeline:
