Preschool for All

The Preschool for All application is now closed for the 2026-2027 school year

Important Dates

The primary application period has concluded.

Decision Notifications: Families will be notified of placement decisions on June 3, 2026.

Missed the Deadline? You can apply when the application reopens on June 16, 2026. Sign up here to get a notification when the application opens. In the meantime, you may use our Search for Preschool tool to explore Preschool for All programs.

The Preschool for All Family Application

New to Preschool for All (PFA)? Learn how to get started with Preschool for All in this short video. You'll learn what it is and what you'll need to get started as you explore preschool options for your child. This video is also available in: Arabic, Burmese, Chinese, Dari, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.

What is Preschool for All? 

Preschool for All came from a two-year community planning process. More than 100 people created a vision for Multnomah County children and their families. Voters in Multnomah County overwhelmingly supported the Preschool for All ballot measure. 64 percent of voters approved the measure in November 2020. Measure 26-214 directed the Department of County Human Services to administer the program.

Preschool for All (PFA) connects 3- and 4-year-olds in Multnomah County to free preschool. The number of children and families served grows each year. In 2030, all interested families will have access to free preschool.