Opelika Pre-K is proud to be part of Alabama’s nationally recognized First Class Pre-K program. Our award-winning initiative provides a nurturing environment with an innovative curriculum designed to prepare your child for kindergarten and beyond. Learn more about our pre-k program here.

WHO CAN ENROLL?

• Open to all children who are 4 years old on or before September 2, 2026.* (Children eligible for kindergarten are ineligible.)
• Students must reside within Opelika city limits.
• Participation is free of charge.
• No child will be denied participation based on income, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability.

IMPORTANT DATES

• Pre-Registration Opens: January 15, 2026
• Random Drawing: March 12, 2026, at 10 a.m. at Opelika High School.
• Acceptance Notices: Emailed beginning April 16, 2026.

PROGRAM ACCEPTANCE

Acceptance is strictly through a random drawing on March 12 at 10 a.m. at Opelika High School. Parents and guardians do not have to be present at the drawing.

HOW TO APPLY

• Go online to: https://prek.alaceed.alabama.gov/ to complete the Pre-Registration Form.
• Submit Required Documents:
  • Child’s birth certificate
  • Two current proofs of residence:
    • Lease or mortgage
    • Utility bill (e.g., power, water, or gas bill)

For assistance, contact OCS Pre-K at 334-741-5623.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Visit www.children.alabama.gov for more details under the First Class Pre-K section.
• Upon enrollment, an up-to-date immunization record is required.

An opinion of the Attorney General states that under the common law, “age is computed by including the day of birth, so a given age is attained the day before the birthday anniversary.” – Ala. Code 516-28 (1958); Report of the Attorney General of Alabama, October-December 1963, Volume 113, page 20.