LHBD is one of the three community partners that partake in the district's Universal Preschool Program! This program is designed to serve our community and give qualifying four year old's, access to FREE part time preschool. Registration for the current 2025-2026 school year is closed. For more information about the upcoming 2026-2027 school year, please reach out to our enrollment team at [email protected].

Now Enrolling for the 2026-2027 UPK
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Lil' Hands Big Dreams is a partner with the Norwalk Community School District to provide the Universal Preschool.

Preschool registration for the 2026-27 school year will began on March 1, 2026.  Preschool students must be 4 years old on or before September 15, 2026 to qualify for free Universal Preschool.

The following documentation is required for Preschool students:

• Proof of Residency (ie closing settlement statement, Warren County Assessor page, current tax document, current mortgage statement, rental/lease agreement)
• Age Verification (ie Birth Certificate, Custody Documentation, DHS Documentation)
• Immunization Records

Important Dates

Registration Opens: May 1st, 2026
LHBD Registration Closes: August 1st, 2026
First Day of School: August 31st, 2026

2026-2027 Schedule

Monday 8:15-11:15
Tuesday 8:15-11:15
​Wednesday No School
Thursday 8:15-11:15
​Friday 8:15-11:15

Parent Handbook

UPK (Universal Preschool) Handbook 2025-2026

Commonly Asked Questions

​What is Universal Preschool?

Universal preschool is a state funded program designed to provide voluntary, universal access to high-quality preschool education programs for the state's 4-year-olds. 

​How do I register my child for Universal Preschool?

Starting at the beginning of the year in January, you will start getting information guiding you on how to register your child. Registrations are made online by picking your top picks! 

Do we offer 5 year old preschool?

We no longer accept 5 year old students! However, Norwalk Community School district has just added a Transitional Kindergarten program for the 2026-2027 school year! 

Do you offer full Day or Half Day Preschool?

We offer both options! 

Full Time spots usually fill fast! Our Full Day preschool option is integrated into our half day program. All students will be taught together by our certified teacher. Our Half Day spots are reserved for qualifying four year olds who register for UPK. 

Our Curriculum

In our UPK program, we use a handful of curriculums that hit on different topics such as early literacy, mathematics, STEM, and building social and emotional skills. Our main curriculum is Creative Curriculum! Below are a list of all others we use. 
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