Get answers to your questions about Preschool for All
When does the family application open for the 2026-2027 school year?
The family application for the 2026-2027 school year will open on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 10AM. Sign up to be notified about the 2026-2027 family application opening.
Who is eligible for Preschool for All and when can I sign up my child?
There are just two eligibility requirements to participate: children must be 3 or 4 years old by September 1 and have a parent or legal guardian living in Multnomah County.
When will Preschool for All be available to all families in Multnomah County?
The number of Preschool for All seats will grow over time, increasing the number of providers and families, until the system is universally available in 2030. As Preschool for All builds to full capacity, children who currently have the least access to early learning will be prioritized in the outreach process. Children whose families experience barriers accessing preschool include:
- Black, Brown, Native American Indigenous, and all Children of Color;
- children who speak languages other than English;
- children with developmental delays and disabilities;
- children living in or at risk of placement in foster care;
- children from families experiencing low incomes; and
- children experiencing homelessness.
How will the number of children in Preschool for All increase over time?
During the 2022-23 year, there were approximately 700 Preschool for All seats. There are more than 3,600 Preschool for All slots for the 2025-26 preschool year. The number of Preschool for All seats will grow each year, until the program reaches universal access in 2030.
What types of preschool programs are included in Preschool for All?
It is important that families get to choose the type of preschool experience that they want for their child. Preschool for All includes center-based preschools, home-based preschools, preschools in elementary school buildings, and Head Starts.
I’m a preschool provider. How do I participate?
There are two ways for preschool providers to participate in Preschool for All:
- Providers can apply twice a year to become qualified as a PFA Site. The number of Preschool for All providers will grow each year as the number of slots increases.
- In the Pathways Program, providers partner with Preschool for all to receive coaching and support. The Pathways Program helps providers get ready to apply for PFA seats.
How is Preschool for All funded?
Preschool for All is funded with a marginal personal income tax on the highest income earners who live or work in Multnomah County. This includes individuals with Oregon taxable income over $125,000 and for joint filers with Oregon taxable income over $200,000. Please visit this page for more detailed information for taxpayers and employers.
I’d like to be on the Preschool for All Advisory Committee. How do I apply?
Committee members are appointed by the Multnomah County Chair and serve two-year terms. Please visit the Advisory Committee webpage to learn more.
How do I apply for a position with Preschool for All?
Please visit the Multnomah County jobs site to learn more about available employment opportunities.
How do I learn more about Preschool for All and implementation plans?
Please visit our Implementation Information page.
I have additional questions. Who should I contact?
Please email preschoolforall@multco.us and we will respond as soon as possible.