Early Learning Matters

90% of Brain Development Occurs Before Age 5

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Early childhood education is essential for equipping your child socially, emotionally, physically, and academically for success. At Clear Creek ISD, we are dedicated to igniting early learning within our communities through a variety of programs, including a free Pre-Kindergarten option for qualifying families, a tuition-based program, and early childhood special education.

With certified teachers providing exemplary learning experiences in safe and nurturing environments, all 27 elementary campuses offer full-day programs in both English and Bilingual formats, ensuring there’s a classroom in your neighborhood or just around the corner.

Let’s Learn Together

Pre-Kindergarten inspires curiosity, builds confidence, and fosters a love of learning. Children who attend Pre-K are five times more likely to be prepared for Kindergarten.

Following Texas Pre-Kindergarten guidelines, our program emphasizes essential skills such as following instructions, adhering to routines, and exploring through questions. Additionally, children develop vocabulary, learn the alphabet and its sounds, and practice counting. This critical foundation boosts confidence and cultivates a positive relationship with the classroom.

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Two young children are playing a board game at a wooden table in a classroom.
Five young children sitting at desks in a classroom, participating in an activity, with educational posters and classroom decorations on the walls.

Discover Early Learning Opportunities for Your Child

Clear Creek ISD provides early learning opportunities for children who are four years old and as early as three years old for children with special needs through the Early Childhood Special Education Program.

These opportunities include:

  • The Free Pre-K Program is an early learning program to prepare children for Kindergarten who are identified as at risk. Pre-K provides learning to children who are four years old on or before September 1.

    To qualify for FREE Pre-Kindergarten, the child MUST:

    • Reside in Clear Creek ISD

    • Turn four years old on or before September 1

    and meet ONE of the following criteria:

    • Limited English Proficiency. Students qualifying as limited English proficient will be tested on the day of registration to determine placement in the program

    • Economically Disadvantaged. Students qualifying as economically disadvantaged must meet the federal income eligibility guidelines

    • Homeless

    • The child of a parent in the military or injured or killed while actively serving in the military. Appropriate Department of Defense identification or documentation must be provided

    • In or have been in the conservatorship of the state of Texas. Appropriate documentation from the Department of Family and Protective Services must be provided

    • The child of a person eligible for the Star of Texas Award, as a peace officer, firefighter or emergency medical first responder.

  • Clear Creek ISD offers a Tuition-Based Pre-K option for families of children who are four years old on or before September 1 and DO NOT qualify for the Free Pre-K program.

    This program provides a high-quality, play-based learning experience in a nurturing classroom environment. It is designed to build school readiness and foster a lifelong love of learning. To see which campuses currently have space available, click here to view the Tuition Pre-K Dashboard.

    Interested in joining us?

    To be considered for placement, families must first submit an application through SchoolMint. Once your application is reviewed, you’ll receive a notification with your child’s status and campus assignment if accepted. Accepted families will then receive instructions for completing the official enrollment process and submitting tuition payment.

    Tuition for the Pre-K program for the 2026-20267 school year is $655 per month. Transportation is not available.

  • The Early Childhood Special Education program meets the needs of students who are identified as needing special education services. The ECSE provides services to children beginning on their third birthday.

    If you suspect your child may have a disability, call the Early Childhood Special Education Evaluation Center (ECSEEC) at (281) 284-0330 to schedule a screening appointment. The Early Childhood Intake Center evaluates children between the ages of two and five who are not in a District Pre-K program and are not yet kindergarten age, to determine if a child has a disability and whether there is a need for special education services.

Find Your Future Campus

Not sure what campus your child will be going to? Check out this interactive map where you can search your address and the map will tell you what campus your child is zoned for.

🔎 CCISD School Zone Finder

Whether you're interested in Free Pre-K or Tuition-Based Pre-K, the first step is to submit your application through SchoolMint. Once submitted, we’ll guide you through the next steps based on your child’s eligibility and available program space.

Submit a SchoolMint Application