Preschool for All

No-cost full spots in our preschool are funded by Multnomah’s Preschool for All (PFA). Under the PFA program, we offer all the benefits of our high-quality preschool program and culturally responsive early childhood education program at no cost to eligible families living in Multnomah County.

PDX Program Schedule

AAVE Immersion Program

Monday -Friday

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

offers 12 Preschool slots

 

What We Offer

  • HighScope Curriculum: Hands-on, active learning tailored to every child.

    Qualified Educators: Teachers with Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.

  • Sensory-Friendly Classrooms: Designed for all learners.

  • Nutritious Meals: USDA-approved breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

  • Transportation: Available within 1–3 miles of our program.

  • Full-Day, Year-Round Program: Flexible scheduling to accommodate working families.

  • Culturally Specific Programming: Integrating African and African American cultural perspectives.

Eligibility criteria

  • Age: Children must be 3 or 4 years old on or before September 1 of the enrollment year.

  • Residency: A parent or legal guardian must reside in Multnomah County.

There are no income eligibility requirements for Preschool for All. However, the program prioritizes children who have historically had less access to high-quality early learning experiences, including:

  • Black, Brown, Native American Indigenous, and all Children of Color

  • Children who speak languages other than English

  • Children with developmental delays and disabilities

  • Children living in or at risk of placement in foster care

  • Children from families experiencing low incomes

  • Children experiencing homelessness

For more detailed information, please visit the Preschool for All - Multnomah County website.