- Organization
- PA Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL)
- Who qualifies
- Children between the ages of 3 and 5 whose family meets the income guidelines. Each program offering PA Pre-K Counts classrooms has its own guidelines.
- Income limits
- Total annual family income must be less than 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, based on family size and income.
- How to apply
- Contact a Pre-K Counts program directly to apply or to check eligibility. For help locating and applying for pre-K and other quality child care programs, call 844-PHL-PREK (844-745-7735).
- Cost
- Free for the hours funded by Pre-K Counts; after-hours care beyond funded hours may cost extra.
- Last verified
- October 23, 2026