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Universal Pre-K#

Funtime Preschool Program#

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Funtime Preschool Program is a quality-rated, state-licensed childcare program for children ages 3-5 years focused on the development of readiness skills through both child-directed discovery and teacher-led activities. Comprehensive curriculum content includes development of fine motor, cognitive, gross motor, social emotional and early literacy skills. The play-based, intentional approach encourages self-regulation, critical thinking and problem-solving.

Registration is for the full school year (September-May). The school year-round preschool program follows the Poudre School District (PSD) calendar for most school days off and holiday breaks but does not follow PSD delays or closures due to inclement weather. Teacher conferences are held in October and April and opportunities for family engagement events including picnics, seasonal performances, and transition celebrations will be communicated to enrolled families throughout the school year.   

Funtime Preschool Program provides two classes:

  • M/W/F Universal PreK Class, ages 4-5 (must turn four on or before October 1, 2024)
    • UPK - 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
  • Tu/Th Preschool Class, ages 3-4 (must turn three on or before October 1, 2024)
    • 9 a.m.-Noon

FAQs#

  • UPK provides 15 hours a week of free, high-quality preschool to every Colorado child in their year before entering Kindergarten.
  • Programs may choose to offer hours in excess of 15 hours a week. Programs that do this will charge families an additional tuition for hours in excess of the 15 hours of free UPK programming.
  • To qualify for UPK, your child must turn 4 years old on or before October 1, 2024.
  • 3-year-olds can qualify for UPK through their local school district only and must have additional qualifying factors. If interested, please reach out to Kelly Dubois, 970-221-6262 or kdubois@fcgov.com.
  • The UPK classroom runs from 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. for a total of 15 hours per week. These 15 hours are fully funded by the UPK Program.
  • If your child does not meet the eligibility requirements for the UPK program, you may still qualify in our tuition-based enrollment.
    • Tuition-based enrollment is based on $36.25/day ($7.25/hour).
  • Families can apply for the Recreation Department’s Reduced Fee Program which can offer an additional 90% discount for the additional tuition fees.
  • For more information on the Reduced Fee Program or to submit your application, visit: fcgov.com/recreation/reducedfeeprogram
  • The matching rounds through the UPK portal have been completed. All remaining spaces can be filled via direct enrollment. To learn more about the program, check space availability or to directly enroll, please contact Kelly Dubois, Sr. Supervisor at 970-221-6262 or kdubois@fcgov.com.
  • You will be notified that you have been matched to our program!
  • We will reach out to you to schedule a meeting or phone call to review the program information, schedule an additional tour if needed and answer any questions you may have.
  • You will then need to accept your match in your UPK family portal.
  • After that, we will enroll you in our program and send you the additional tuition payment information and information on filling out enrollment paperwork.
  • You can contact Kelly Dubois, Sr. Supervisor, Youth & Early Learning at 970-221-6262 or at kdubois@fcgov.com for any additional questions relating to UPK.