Preschool Program

The Sandusky City Preschool Program serves children 3-5 years of age. Each classroom includes an equal mix of typically developing children and children with special needs. The typically developing children, referred to as Peer Models, are an integral part of the preschool program as they demonstrate age appropriate communication, planning and self-help skills. The Preschool program is staffed by teachers licensed by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce and follows a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with the State of Ohio’s Early Learning Content Standards. We believe it is important to provide a safe and nurturing setting in which to foster each child’s self-help, motor, language, social, emotional, and cognitive development. Each classroom has a lead and assistant teacher who guide children in varied learning experiences. These activities are primarily child-oriented and child directed. The overall goal is to foster in each child a positive sense of their own self-worth and a belief in their own ability to learn and grow as capable, independent individuals.

Preschool Fast Facts

PRESCHOOL FAST FACTS

1. What types of preschool programs are offered by Sandusky City Schools?

Early Childhood Education Programs (ECE) and preschool center based programs are offered.

2. How does my child qualify for enrollment into an ECE Program?

Children must be 3 years old and potty trained. They must also meet Federal poverty guidelines.

3. How does my child qualify for enrollment into a center based classroom?

In Ohio, preschool is required for three to five-year old children with disabilities. Within each class, eight students are identified as students with a disability. The other eight students are model peers.

4. Does the district provide transportation for children in preschool?

All Preschool students are now transported to Preschool.

5. What documentation do I need for Preschool Registration?

Applicants are required to submit an application packet including: birth certificate, immunization record, yearly physical, legal or custody documents, two proofs of income, parent ID, and proof of residency.

6. How much is preschool tuition?

Currently Sandusky City Schools Preschools are tuition free.

7. I still have questions, who can I contact at the school to answer my questions?

Please contact 419-984-1163.

Weekly Schedule

Preschool Weekly Schedule

AM Sessions: 7:50 am – 11:00 am, Tuesday - Friday

PM Sessions: 12:00 pm – 3:10 pm, Tuesday - Friday

Contact Information

For questions or more information, contact Valerie Riedthaler at 419-984-1163.

Documentation Needed for Registration

Birth Certificate
Immunization Record
Yearly Physical
Parent ID
Legal Documents
Proof of Income - provide current proof within last 2 months, 2 consecutive stubs per income
Proof of Residency (ex: Certificate bill, lease agreement, credit card statement, insurance bills, checking or savings account, etc.)

Preschool Handbooks

2024-2025 Preschool Handbook (English)

2024-2025 Preschool Handbook (Spanish)

2024-2025 Preschool Handbook (Pashto)