Now Enrolling for Fall Preschool

Children who turn 4 on or before September 15th are eligible for preschool!

In partnership with the Pleasant Valley School District

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Children who turn four years old on or before September 15th  can participate in  Iowa's Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program as part of our full day wraparound care in partnership with the Pleasant Valley School District!

Iowa’s Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program for four-year-Old Children (SWVPP) is an important part of the state’s comprehensive early childhood effort, providing more opportunities for young children to access quality preschool and enter school ready to learn.

The preschool program is part of each child’s day at Hand in Hand and is led by a licensed teacher in their classroom, reducing the need for additional transitions and transportation to and from programs!

Kindergarten readiness is a term used to refer to a child’s readiness to make a successful transition into kindergarten. Hand in Hand’s preschool program supports the development of social/emotional skills, physical development, language development, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking skills to ready your child for a successful kindergarten experience.

The SWVPP operates September – June, but Hand in Hand is open year round in Bettendorf!

FAQs

  • 8:30 AM - to 11:30 AM

  • Yes, we have a limited number of free preschool slots available.

  • We are able to offer three hours of free preschool because of our partnership with the Pleasant Valley School District. Any care provided outside of those preschool hours will need to be paid to Hand in Hand.

  • Yes, the free preschool portion of the day is offered from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM but Hand in Hand is open for care 7 AM - 5:30 PM

  • The preschool program runs September through June, like a typical school year. If you are also attending our wraparound care then we offer care during the summer too.

  • Unfortunately we are not able to offer transportation at this time.

  • We use Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies GOLD in accordance with State of Iowa early learning standards.

Preschool Inquiry Form

Fill out our inquiry form to learn more and connect with our Director of Licensed Care, Jennifer.