Pre-K Program
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Pre-K Program Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I pay for my child to attend pre-K?
Posted by:No. The Oxford School District only offers federally funded pre-K program. We do not provide a tuition-based program.
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Can I register my child for pre-K on site at Oxford Early Learning Center?
Posted by:No. Pre-K registration is only available online. Computers are available for use at the OSD Registration Office, 1637 Highway 30 East.
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Can my child attend pre-K at the age of five if I choose to start him in Kindergarten at six?
Posted by:“What if I choose to wait and start my child in kindergarten at the age of six? Would he/she be able to attend pre-K class at the age of five?”
No. Only four-year-old children may participate in the Pre-K Program.
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Can my child sign up for pre-K if I currently live outside the District but plan to move there soon?
Posted by:“Currently, I live outside of the Oxford School District, but I am moving to that area soon. Can my child sign up for prekindergarten?”
You must live in the Oxford School District at the time of requesting enrollment in the pre-K program to qualify.
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How are students selected for pre-K?
Posted by:Students who demonstrate an academic or financial need for a preschool program are placed in the program first. Remaining slots are filled on a first come, first served basis. Oxford School District employees’ children are given waitlist priority.
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How many students are accepted into the pre-K program?
Posted by:Our pre-K program is limited to serving up to 209 pre-K students.
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How old does my child have to be for pre-K?
Posted by:A child must be four years old by September 1, 2023.
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Is my child guaranteed a spot in the pre-K program if we register online early?
Posted by:It is important for parents to register their child online as soon as pre-registration opens on Monday, January 30, 2023 at 8 a.m. Your timestamp will be taken into consideration when filling spots. Students who demonstrate a need for a preschool program are placed in the program first. Remaining slots are filled on a first come, first served basis.
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Is pre-K available for students with disabilities?
Posted by:Yes. Students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and are eligible for special education services can attend our pre-K program.
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Is the pre-K program accessible for my child who has limited mobility?
Posted by:Yes. The Oxford School District offers transportation for all school students, even those with limited mobility.
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Is there a specific curriculum used in pre-K?
Posted by:Pre-K follows the Mississippi Early Learning Guidelines for Four-Year-Olds. -
My child does not turn four until after September 1. Where can my child attend school this year?
Posted by:Students must be four years old by September 1, 2023, in order to be eligible for our pre-K program this upcoming fall. Other pre-K programs are available in the Oxford and Lafayette County area.
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My child was placed on the wait list. Is it possible that she/he might still get in?
Posted by:Yes, the Pre-K Program maintains a waiting list throughout the school year and fills slots as they become available.
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My first child was in the O.S.D. Pre-K Program. Will my other children be able to attend?
Posted by:Each year students must qualify for the pre-K program. Having a sibling participate in the program previously is not a qualifying component.
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What are the hours of the pre-K program?
Posted by:Our pre-K program is an all-day program, from 7:40 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. We provide school transportation for our pre-K students.
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What immunizations are required for pre-K students?
Posted by:Required vaccinations for children entering school for the first time include:
- Diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (DTaP)
- Polio (IPV)
- Hepatitis B
- Measles, mumps and rubella (MMR)
- Varicella (chickenpox)
Click here for the Mississippi State Department of Health’s list of back-to-school immunizations.
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Where can I register my child for pre-K if I was unable to register during the designated week?
Posted by:If you were unable to enroll your child during Pre-Registration Week (January 30, 2023 to February 3, 2023), you may call the OSD School Registration Office at (662) 513-8111 for more information. Remember that students are served on a first come, first served basis.