The University Preschool offers full-day, educational child care for preschool-aged children of UCB faculty and staff. The program is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and operates on a year-round basis under the administration of the University Early Childhood Education Program. Open from 7:45 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Friday, the schedule observes all UCB holidays. In addition, the center is closed for about four weeks during the year: one week in May, one week in August, and two weeks during the Winter holiday break.
The school year starts in mid-August, and children between the ages of 2 years 9 months and 4 years 8 months (in August) are eligible for admission. Priority for admission is given to UCB career faculty and staff. Additional selection criteria are age and gender, with consideration given to diversity. Visiting scholars and post-docs, LBNL, UCOP, other UC campus staff/faculty, and other members of the community are welcome to apply, with the understanding that admission is offered first to UCB employees. Traditionally, applications have far outnumbered openings, making early application advisable.
Children enrolled in the University Preschool are expected to participate in research and teaching programs administered by the Child Study Center.
You can find more information about curriculum, staff, and parent involvement at the University Preschool, or access a copy of the application for enrolling your child in the program.