Preschool Placements 2025-2026

Parents who have received an offer for placement at the Mark Twain Preschool should call the school to schedule an appointment 773-535-2290.  Offers for placement are determined by the Office of Early Childhood Education.  Please visit the Chicago Early Learning Website to apply.

Requirements:

1. A parent or legal guardian must enroll the student.

2. The parent or legal guardian must have 2 pieces of legal identification with current address

   • driver's license or state ID

   • current utility bill

   • insurance statement

   • bank statement

3. The child's birth certificate

4.  2 consecutive paycheck stubs (required by the Office of Early Childhood)

5. Health Exams and Immunizations: Minimum Health Requirements 

• • Important Note: A current physical is required for the beginning of preschool.  Vision and dental exams are not required but encouraged.

  • Please contact Office of Student Health & Wellness 773-553-KIDS (5437) oshw@cps.edu with any questions regarding the CPS health requirements.