Every hero needs a strong origin story—and for your child, that starts with Pre-K Counts! |
This FREE, full-day Pre-K program for financially eligible families in the Greater Reading area, is designed to give young heroes (ages 3-5) the skills they need to conquer kindergarten and beyond. Funded by Pennsylvania Keystone STARS, Pre-K Counts provides a high-quality educational foundation, helping children develop essential skills like problem-solving, teamwork, and confidence—everything a future academic superhero needs!
Enrollment includes lunch and two nutritious snacks every school day so they’ll stay fueled for adventure.
Before they take on kindergarten, they need the super skills to succeed:
- Reading & Math Readiness – Building brainpower for their future adventures
- Listening & Following Directions – Every hero needs to master their mission briefings
- Teamwork & Social Skills – Learning to work with their classmates
How Pre-K Counts Helps Your Little Hero Soar |
- Super Teachers – Trained experts who know how to unlock your child’s full potential.
- Powerful Learning Plan – A curriculum designed to build academic and social superpowers!
- Kindergarten Prep (Hero Training) – Helping your child adjust to school and develop confidence!
- Class Size (Small Justice League) – With just 20 students per teacher & aide, every hero gets one-on-one training.
Give your child a super start—make sure your child’s story begins with success! Enrolling in Pre-K Counts gives them the power to take on kindergarten and beyond!
Enrollment is based on eligibility. Apply today, space is limited.
Applying Is As Easy as 1, 2, 3 |
1. Click to download and print/save the 2025-26 PA Pre-K Counts Enrollment Application.
2. Complete the application and all of the following items (required by law). Without this information, your application is considered incomplete and your child(ren) cannot be registered.
2025-2026 Pre-K Counts Enrollment Form
- Copy of 2024 Income Tax Form
- Birth Certificate
- Most recent physical form
- IEP (if you’re applicable for your child)
3. Email the final, completed application and required materials (listed above) to Shelly Eppihimer, Vice President of Youth Development, at seppihimer@ymcarbc.org.
