Universal Preschool

Thank you for considering joining the Universal Preschool community. We understand that choosing the right preschool program for your child is a big decision—one that can feel overwhelming, especially for first-time parents. Please know that we are here to support you every step of the way.

Universal Preschool is a fee-based program located within Zionsville Community Schools six elementary buildings. Each building offers one Preschool classroom (PK3) and one PK4 classroom, with additional PK-4 enrollment options available at Pleasant View Elementary in our Transitional classrooms. Our play-based approach focuses on nurturing social-emotional development and preparing children for kindergarten. We align our learning objectives with the Indiana Early Learning Standards to ensure a solid foundation for your child's future. We strongly focus on safety and helping every student develop a love for learning.

We do have some eligibility requirements that we adhere to. Please ensure these requirements align well with your family's needs before considering enrolling in Universal Preschool.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Families must reside within the boundaries of the Zionsville Community School district.
• Preschool (PK3) students must turn 3 by August 1, 2025.
• PK4 students must turn 4 by August 1, 2025.
• Children must be potty trained.

We are excited about the possibility of welcoming your family to our community and look forward to the opportunity to support your child's growth and development! If you are interested in submitting an enrollment request, please follow the steps below.

A link to our FAQ, as well as other helpful information, are listed at the top of this webpage. For additional questions, please email [email protected]

Welcome to Zionsville Community Schools' Universal Preschool Program!

We're delighted you're interested in our Universal Preschool (UP) program. Please note that enrolling in preschool is a four-step process spanning several months. Pre-enrollment begins now, with the final steps taking place in May.

Step 1: Pre-Enrollment

Submit the Intent to Enroll Form: If you plan to enroll your preschooler in Universal Preschool (UP), please complete the appropriate Intent to Enroll Form below.

Intent to Enroll Form (Deadline: December 31, 2024)

Step 2: 2025-26 Universal Preschool Enrollment

Enrollment Process:

Open positions will be filled first by ZCS staff and returning families. The remaining positions will be filled by lottery selection. We will hold the lottery on Tuesday, January 28^th.

If a position has been reserved for your child, you will receive an email notification by Friday, January 31. Please note that enrollment is not guaranteed.                             

Key Dates:

For Existing Families (currently have children enrolled in Universal Preschool)

Enrollment Period: January 16, 9:00 AM to January 17, 5:00 PM 

• You will receive preferred enrollment time on January 16 &17.
• After 5:00 pm on January 17^th, all requests will be added to the lottery.
• Use your existing EZChildTrack account to enroll.

For New Families to Universal Preschool (no children currently enrolled in Universal Preschool)

Enrollment Period: January 22 at 9:00 am through January 24 at 5:00 pm.

• Submit your online enrollment request during this time only by opening an EZChildTrack account here.
• Follow the step-by-step instructions for setting up an EZChildTrack account. 

Lottery:

• The lottery will take place on Tuesday, January 28^th.
• Parents will be notified by January 31^st if a position has been reserved for their child.
• If your child’s name is not selected in the lottery, we will contact you to see if you’d like to be added to our waitlist (this is not a guarantee of placement) and/or offer another option if one is available.

Step 3: Zionsville Community Schools PowerSchool Pre-Registration (March)

If you have received your child's confirmed 2025-26 Universal Preschool reservation, you will receive a registration link in March to complete the ZCS PowerSchool Pre-Registration process.  

During this registration, you must complete the registration information and upload three documents to this registration. Those three documents are listed below:

1. Proof of Residency
2. Copy of Birth Certificate or Passport
3. Immunization Records

*Visit the ZCS New Student website for more information if needed*

Step 4: PowerSchool Registration (May)

In May, you'll receive an automated email from ZCS with the subject "Action Required." Follow the steps to:

• Open and create a Parent PowerSchool Account.
• Complete PowerSchool Registration (STEP 4) as soon as possible

Transitioning to Kindergarten?

Families with children moving from Pre-K to Kindergarten will receive detailed information from your child’s school regarding enrollment and the next steps.

Have Questions?  Contact Us:

General Questions about Universal Preschool or UP registration

Chelsey Davern, UP Manager, [email protected]

Questions regarding EZChildtrack:

Becca King, Rental/GROW Manager, [email protected]

 Inquiries about your home school:

Lynn Kissel, [email protected]

We understand that this process involves multiple steps. Please bookmark this page and stay informed about the next steps. Thank you for your patience and cooperation!