Pre-K
Norwalk Public Schools offers a variety of Preschool Programs for 3 and 4 year olds. Please see below to find the best opportunity for your family.
All children who turn 3 years old on, or before September 1, 2025 are eligible to start Preschool.
Early Start CT - Preschool Program
Enrollment is done with a Preliminary Application based on a first come first serve basis, open to all Norwalk residents.
For complete program information, locations and times, visit the Early Start CT website.
For more information, contact Johanna Valencia, 203-854-4113.
Brookside Elementary School - Montessori Program
Lottery based for Brookside district families only. For lottery information, click here.
Do I live in the Brookside district? Find out here.
For more information, contact Marge Faugno, 203-899-2830.
South Norwalk Neighborhood School
Enrollment is done with a Preliminary Application based on a first come first serve basis for SONO district families only.
Do I live in the SONO district? Find out here
The SONO classrooms are at capacity for the 2025-2026 school year. To add your child to the waiting list, click here.
Children are not automatically enrolled. You will be contacted by phone if a spot becomes available.
*The preliminary application for the 2026–2027 school year opens February 2, 2026.
For more information, contact Johanna Valencia, 203-854-4113.
NPS Half Day Program
This is an innovative Pre-K program for both typical and special needs children at multiple elementary school locations.
Enrollment is done with a Preliminary Application based on a first come first serve basis, open to all Norwalk residents.
For program information, locations and times, click here.



