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Early Learning

The Office of Early Learning provides oversight and technical support to school districts in the development, implementation and evaluation of programs and policies related to educating students in prekindergarten to third grade that are aligned with the NYS Board of Regents Early Childhood Policy.

State-Administered Prekindergarten Programs

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Applications
Allocations & Financial Forms
Data
Directory of Programs

Regulations and Guidance

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Laws & Regulations
Frequently Asked Questions
COVID-19
Field Memos and Guidance

Voluntary Registered Nursery Schools and Kindergartens

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Becoming an Early Education Provider
Registration Process
Forms
Directory of Programs

Resources (Birth - Grade 3)

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Supporting Special Populations
Professional Development
Resources for Educators & Families
Newsletters

Recent News

June 1, 2023
Guidance for Commissioner’s Regulations Section 151-1.3 Regarding the Staffing Qualifications
June 1, 2023
Understanding Your 2023-2024 UPK Allocation and UPK Federal Expansions Allocation
May 23, 2023
2023 P-3 Summer Institute
The New York State Education Department is pleased to announce the 2023 P-3 Summer Institute on August 17, 2023, at the NYS Cultural Education Center in Albany. The Institute is planned in partnership with the NYS Council on Children and Families.
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Featured News
March 3, 2023
NYS Administered Prekindergarten Fiscal Guidance Webinar Series - FS-10A - Budget Amendments
May 23, 2023
2023 P-3 Summer Institute
The New York State Education Department is pleased to announce the 2023 P-3 Summer Institute on August 17, 2023, at the NYS Cultural Education Center in Albany. The Institute is planned in partnership with the NYS Council on Children and Families.
February 14, 2023
OEL News and FAQs
The Office of Early Learning is publishing monthly newsletters during the 2022-2023 school year. "OEL News and FAQS" includes frequently asked questions and important news regarding early learning programs in New York State.