A: Waitlists are only available for the current school year and do not transfer year to year. The waitlist does not open until our registration window has closed.

A: All of our classrooms have a maximum of 18 students.

• For full-day classrooms, there is 1 lead teacher & 2 teacher assistants.
• For half-day classrooms, there is 1 lead teacher and 1 teacher assistant.
• For team-taught half-day classrooms (which is made up of 2 classes), there are 2 lead teachers and 2 teacher assistants. 

A: Yes, and you will also need to provide a water bottle for your child every day.

• In half-day classrooms, there is one snack-time

• In full-day classrooms, there are two snack times, and lunch is provided.

A: You will receive an email from Natalie Lichius (nlichius@parkwayschools.net) and will have two days from when the email was sent to respond to accept or decline the placement. 

A: All families need to complete a Google application form for each child to be considered for a preschool placement BEFORE enrolling with the district. You will register online through the Registrar’s Office after you have a confirmed placement email from Natalie Lichius (nlichius@parkwayschools.net). 

A: No, you do not have to be a Parkway resident. Non-residents can also enroll but are charged non-resident rates. Non-residents will be eligible to apply for any remaining open spots for the 25-26 school year beginning May 1, 2025.  

A: No, your child does not have to be potty-trained.

A: You can choose any location that has availability.

A: Yes, only if you want placement in a general education classroom. You DO NOT need to enter the lottery if your child will continue in an ECSE classroom.

A: Yes. Parkway Early Childhood follows the Parkway School District calendar. The typical operating schedule is August-May. We are closed when the district is closed, including half-day/Early Release days, inclement weather days, school holidays, and breaks including Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer Breaks.