The County of Hawaiʻi announced the availability of free, high-quality pre-kindergarten programs through the State’s Public Pre-kindergarten Program.

The program, which is open to 3- and 4-year-old Hawaiʻi Island keiki and accepts up to 20 students per classroom, including those with special needs, is designed to provide valuable learning experience with a commitment to inclusive education.

Parents and families interested in enrolling their keiki can apply now. To learn more about the program and to submit an application, visit readykeiki.org. The Executive Office on Early Learning (EOEL) oversees the Public Pre-kindergarten Program and can be contacted at (808) 784-5350 or via email at eoel.info@eoel.hawaii.gov.