Preschool for All

We connect 3- and 4-year-olds in Multnomah County to free, culturally responsive, inclusive preschool.

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

Apply now

We still have seats available! Check the list of Preschools with Openings (PDF). This list is updated frequently and includes sites with low or no waitlist.

To be eligible for Preschool for All, a child must be:

  • 3 or 4 years old on September 1st of the preschool year, and 
  • Have a parent or legal guardian living in Multnomah County.

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.


Sign up for the Community Newsletter for email updates from the Preschool & Early Learning Division

Want to stay up-to-date on all things Preschool for All? Six times a year, we send out a Community Newsletter via email with PFA updates, highlights, and more. Fill out the form below to sign up and stay informed about:

  • Preschool for All implementation progress
  • Special announcements from the Preschool & Early Learning Division
  • Upcoming meetings and information sessions
  • Community highlights, and more!

Subscribe to the Preschool for All Community Newsletter

You can also follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more frequent updates about Preschool for All implementation, success stories, outreach events, important dates, and more.