Preschool Eligibility

How do I know if my child is eligible for Preschool?

Program Options: Two programs in the Casey County community offer free early childhood education services to qualifying four-year-old children. (Three-year-old children may be eligible with an identified disability.) The programs are: Casey County Public Preschool Programs (state-funded) and Lake Cumberland Community Action Council's Head Start (federal-funded). To apply for Casey County Schools Public Preschool, please use the online application located on the district website or this preschool site. 

First, complete the online application at the district website www.casey.kyschools.us.  After you complete the application, a Preschool representative will contact you at a later time to confirm and schedule your registration appointment at one of the three elementary school locations. 

What to bring to your appointment: Birth Certificate, social security card (optional), immunization certificate, proof of income, and proof of medical coverage (medical card or insurance card). These items need to be with you on the day of registration.  Call your school with any questions and to make an appointment to register your child.  

Health Requirements: The following health requirements must be met to enroll in the early childhood program and kindergarten: Physical Exam, Dental Exam, Vision Exam, and Copy of Immunization certificate.

Preschool Eligibility: To be eligible for Casey County Preschool, your child must be 4 years old by August 1 and meet one of the following requirements: 

• Be eligible for Free Lunch

• Have a disability

• Three-year-old children may be eligible with an identified disability

• Non-qualifying four-year-olds may attend the Early Childhood program as space allows

Head Start Eligibility: To be eligible for Head Start, your child must be 4 years old by August 1st and meet one of the following requirements: 

• Meet Federal Income Guidelines (You must complete the Head Start online application)

• Have a disability

• Be eligible for Public Assistance (SSI, K-TAP, Child Care Subsidy)

• Meet guidelines for being considered a homeless family

• Reside in a foster home

What is a disability? A disability is a delay in one or more of the following areas:

• Speech and language

• Large and fine motor

• Cognitive skills

• Social and emotional

• Self-help skills 

If you have further questions about Preschool services, contact one of the preschool locations or the Casey County Board of Education office at 606-787-6941.