California State Preschool Program
by California Department of Education
Part-day or full-day preschool for income-eligible families and other qualifying categories.
What you can get
No-cost or subsidized preschool if a local contractor has space
CSPP income eligibility is at or below 100% of state median income, with limited enrollment up to 115%. CDE published FY 2026–27 ceilings effective July 1, 2026. Apply through a local contractor. This site does not encode the full SMI table.
Overview
Part-day or full-day preschool for income-eligible families and other qualifying categories.
Who may qualify
- Preschool is for an eligible young child.
Location / service area
Statewide in California
How to apply
Use the official application or program page. Confirm current instructions with the administrator before you apply.
Preapproval required
Important things to know
Effective dates: Jul 1, 2026 – no listed end date
Last verified: Sep 6, 2026 · Confidence: High
Official sources
Not sure what you qualify for?
Check your eligibility. We’ll compare your answers with published program rules.
Eligibility is based on published program information and the details you provide. Program rules, funding and availability can change. Always confirm eligibility with the official program administrator.