Pre-K Program Options
It is important to choose a program that is the best fit for your child’s needs. As a parent, you know what environment your child thrives in, and we have many fantastic options for you.
Our youngest learners can attend Pre-K in one of the district's four Early Learning Centers, a neighborhood elementary school or at one of two Montessori schools.
We recommend reviewing school websites, reaching out the schools and taking a look at all our Pre-K offerings to discover the school that's right for your child.
Early Learning Centers
Early Learning Centers (ELCs) are dedicated Pre-K learning hubs that focus on preparing students for kindergarten in an exclusive early learning setting.
Students will have outdoor experiences, social and emotional learning activities, and structured play designed to support their academic growth.
MNPS has four ELCs and a fifth site is proposed.
School-Based Pre-K Classrooms
School-based classrooms are Pre-K classrooms located in elementary schools across Davidson County. These classrooms offer the same Pre-K curriculum as ELCs in an elementary school setting.
As of 2025, MNPS has 60 elementary schools that offer Pre-K.
Find the school best for your child by reviewing the full list of schools.
Montessori Schools
Montessori classes bring children together in multi-age groups. Normally, they span three age levels so a child’s classroom may contain preschool, Pre-K and kindergarten students.
Each Montessori site follows a child-centered educational method developed by Maria Montessori.
MNPS has two Montessori schools.