Pre-Kindergarten in GCISD
Great News!
GCISD is now accepting applications for tuition-based pre-kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year.
To get started, simply fill out the 2025-2026 application below and submit it. Once your application is approved, you will receive confirmation that a seat has been reserved for your child.
At the time of receipt, your registration and deposit are due to hold your child's seat. If payment is not received your child will be removed from the roster and put on a waitlist.
Employees of the city of Grapevine and Colleyville are eligible to enroll their children in GCISD's tuition-based pre-kindergarten program.
GCISD offers high-quality, full-day Pre-K programs at nine elementary schools. Each classroom has a fully-certified teacher and teaching assistant that provide developmentally appropriate instruction that is exciting and engaging for our students. Children must be 4 years old on or before September 1 of the school year to be eligible. If children are 5 years old on or before September 1, they qualify for Kindergarten.
Don't miss out on this opportunity-apply today and take the first step toward an enriching educational experience for your little one.
If you qualify for state-funded tuition , please note that Texas law states that qualifying applications cannot be submitted before April 1.
Return here on April 1 to complete your state-funded application.
Current school year Pre-K 2024-2025 application
If you are looking for Prekindergarten for this school year, 2024-2025, please Click on the link below to complete your application.
We can't wait to welcome your child to our community and help them take the first step towards a bright future!
Two Ways To Enroll in GCISD's Pre-K
There are two ways families may take advantage of GCISD's Pre-K opportunity.
State-Based Pre-K for GCISD Zoned Students
Students can qualify for state-based Pre-K if they meet one of the following criteria:
Their home language is something other than English.
They are currently, or have been, in foster care.
The family meets income criteria.
Parents serve in the military.
Please click on the state-funded tuition/qualifications for more details.
Tuition-Based Pre-K
In addition to the state-funded Pre-K, we also offer a tuition-based Pre-K program for students who do not qualify for state-funded Pre-K. Tuition programs are offered in the following elementary schools: Bear Creek, Bransford, Colleyville, Grapevine, Heritage, O.C. Taylor, Silver Lake and Timberline.
To learn more about this opportunity see the Tuition Based Pre-K Section of our website, email us at gcisd.pk@gcisd.net or call 817-251-5538.
Pre-K Information
Hours/Calendars
7:40 a.m. – 2:55 p.m.
The Pre-K program follows the GCISD Instructional Calendar. Check with your campus for information on Meet the Teacher and other exciting events.
Our Teachers
All GCISD Pre-K teachers are certified by the Texas Education Agency and receive professional development throughout the year.
Ratios/Class Size
Adult to student ration will not exceed 1:11
Maximum number of students is 22
Our Curriculum
The district will follow the State of Texas Pre-K Guidelines with a robust scope and sequence designed with GCISD Students in mind. Pre-K is an academic program with a goal of kindergarten readiness. Some of the curriculum resources used are Learning Without Tears, STEM scopes and Opening the World of Learning.
Pre-K Campuses
Bear Creek Elementary
Bransford Elementary
Colleyville Elementary
Dove Elementary
Grapevine Elementary
Heritage Elementary
O.C. Taylor Elementary
Silver Lake Elementary
Timberline Elementary
Contact Us
If you have any questions, feel free to call 817-251-5538 or email us at gcisd.pk@gcisd.net