West Orange Public Pre-K @ the J​

Now offering Free Public Pre-K for eligible 3 & 4 year olds!

 

What is West Orange Public Pre-K?​
West Orange Public Pre-K is a free, high-quality early childhood education program funded by the state, available to children who turn 3 or 4 on or before October 1 and live in West Orange. We’re proud to be one of the designated Pre-K providers, delivering nurturing, play-based learning rooted in community values.​

Download 2025-26 Pre-K Calendar

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Need More Coverage? We’re Here For You!​
Our Early Arrival and After-School programs give our Pre-K familiesflexible care options beyond the standard Pre-K hours. Morning carebegins as early as 7:30am and after school program runs until 6:00pm.​​

Download Sign-Up Form for Extended Day

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Guaranteed Placement: Enroll Early!​
Families who enroll their children in our Early Childhood program by age 2—and live in West Orange are guaranteed a spot in a West Orange Public Pre-K class at the JCC MetroWest once entering the 3’s.​

Learn More about our Early Childhood Programs

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Questions? We’re Here to Help​
Our Early Childhood team is happy to guide you through the process or answer any questions you may have. ​
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Contact Michelle at 973-530-3922 | email: [email protected]​ OR click here for FAQs from West Orange Board of Education.​