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Human Service Programs > Preschool Programs

Preschool Programs

The Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP) is a publicly-funded program that provides free or affordable, high-quality early education and care for all Cambridge 4-year-olds and some 3-year-olds. The Cambridge Preschool Program covers the cost of the school-day, school-year portion of programs. Depending on a family's income, there may be additional costs for full-day, full-year (including summer) education and care. 

Families apply to CPP through a single, centralized online application. They can choose from preschool programs offered by Cambridge Public Schools, the Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP), and select community-based preschool and family childcare providers.

CPP is overseen and managed by the Cambridge Office of Early Childhood. The mission of the Cambridge Office of Early Childhood is to connect the city’s early childhood ecosystem, align early childhood services and information, and advocate for and advance the needs of all young children, their families, and the early childhood workforce.

Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP)

Learn about the preschool models offered through CPP providers, eligibility, and how to apply.

DHSP Preschools

Our preschool programs provide full-day, full-year care to families. Tuition is based on household size and income.
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