Building Strong Foundations
Give your child the head start they deserve. HCISD's Pre-K programs blend play-based learning with academic readiness, preparing young minds for a lifetime of success.
Our Pre-K Programs
Two pathways designed for your child's unique developmental stage.
Pre-K3
For 3-year-olds
A nurturing introduction to school through our partnership with NINOS, Inc. Head Start, focusing on social-emotional development and play-based learning.
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Pre-K4
For 4-year-olds
Comprehensive kindergarten readiness program preparing children academically, socially, and emotionally for elementary school success.
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Eligibility Requirements
Texas Pre-K is available at no cost to families who meet one or more of the following criteria:
- Income eligibility (qualifies for free/reduced lunch)
- Limited English proficiency (ELL)
- Homeless or in foster care
- Child of active duty military member
- Child of fallen military member (Star of Texas)
- Parent was injured or killed in line of duty
- Child of certified classroom teacher (2025-2026)
What Your Child Will Learn
Our research-based curriculum builds essential skills across four key developmental domains.
Language & Literacy
Letter recognition, phonics, vocabulary, and early reading skills
- Letter & sound recognition
- Phonemic awareness
- Vocabulary building
- Story comprehension
- Early writing skills
Math Concepts
Numbers, counting, patterns, shapes, and problem-solving
- Number recognition 1-20
- Counting & one-to-one
- Patterns & sorting
- Shapes & spatial sense
- Basic problem-solving
Social Skills
Sharing, cooperation, conflict resolution, and self-regulation
- Sharing & turn-taking
- Emotional recognition
- Conflict resolution
- Following directions
- Self-regulation
Physical Development
Fine & gross motor skills, health, and safety awareness
- Fine motor control
- Gross motor skills
- Hand-eye coordination
- Health & hygiene
- Safety awareness
Give Your Child a Strong Start
Enrollment for Pre-K programs opens each spring. Don't wait – secure your child's spot in one of our award-winning early childhood programs.