NC Pre-K Parent Page: What to know for NC Pre-K!

Apply to become an NC Pre-K provider!

The Guilford County Partnership for Children (GCPC) will conduct an open and competitive site selection process to seek two-year applications for the provision of NC Pre-K services for eligible 4 year old children in the year prior to entering Kindergarten. The site selection process is open to all eligible public and private childcare sites in Guilford County, including 4 and 5-star and temporary license sites.

Friday, October 9, 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am
MEETING LINK

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
MEETING LINK

    • Prospective applicants can contact GCPC for additional information at ncprek@guilfordchildren.org.
    • We highly recommend viewing the NC Pre-K Site Selection Process Decision Tree before applying. 
    • Application release date coming soon. 
    • Interested applicants must attend one of the mandatory interest meetings. For link, email the NC Pre-K Team.

      Sites Receive

      • Training for new and existing teachers
      • Some classroom resources and supplies
      • Technical support from NC Pre-K specialists
      • Opportunities to network with other early childhood educators

      Benefits

      • Technical support from NC Pre-K specialists
      • Ongoing access to cirriculum training and professional development
      • Opportunities to expand your business
      • Investment in Guilford County's children

      "As a NC Pre-K provider, our center has truly helped change the trajectory of hundreds of children and their families."

      -Gloria Jackson, Director of Triad Child Development

      Clarity, Age 4