Application Process

Who Is Eligible?

  • Residents of Louisville/Jefferson County

  • Children who will be 4 years old on or before August 1 who meet family income guidelines

  • Children who will be 4 years old on or before August 1 and have a diagnosed disability

  • Children who will be 3 years old on or before August 1 and have a diagnosed disability

How to Apply

  • Apply Online

  • If you cannot apply online, you may call (502) 485-7677 to schedule an appointment for a phone application with a member of the Early Childhood Student Assignment team.

Required Documents

  • Picture ID required for parent or legal guardian

  • Custodial papers (if applicable)

  • Proof of residence (includes parent/guardian name and address)

    • Gas/Electric or water bill (within past three months)

    • Lease/House contract

    • Paycheck or paycheck stub

    • Social Security or other government check with address shown

  • Child’s proof of birth

    • Official state-issued birth certificate (Any other proof of birth documentation must be state-approved and be accompanied by a signed affidavit.)

    • Federal travel document

  • Family income verification

    • Previous year’s tax return or all household W2s and 1099s

    • Unemployment benefits statement/SSI/Any other documents of financial support

    • Child support for all children