Park Forest Preschool

Park Forest Preschool In each classroom there are one to three teacher aides, providing additional attention. Classes meet from 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

The Park Forest Preschool is a state certified, nonprofit, tuition-free school for two through five year old children from income-eligible families in Centre County, PA. We offer a comprehensive program that includes education, social skills, and developmental motor skills taught by qualified teachers in a friendly, safe environment. from September to December and from January to May. The toddler classes (2-3 year olds) meet 2 or 3 days per week, while the mixed-age preschool classes (3-5 year olds) meet Monday through Friday. Check out our online calendar for details on class schedules and school events. Nutritious breakfasts and lunches are provided daily. The school also provides the following services to students and their families:

Health screenings - dental, vision, developmental and speech
Clothing bank for the children
Holiday food and gift boxes
Family assistance funds
Weekly parenting classes

Thank you to the PSU Fresh Start service volunteers who helped clean classrooms and prepare our playground for the 2026-...
09/13/2026

Thank you to the PSU Fresh Start service volunteers who helped clean classrooms and prepare our playground for the 2026-2027 school year!

We are excited that Park Forest Preschool's 26-27 school year starts very soon. As we begin our 60th year in the Centre ...
08/24/2026

We are excited that Park Forest Preschool's 26-27 school year starts very soon. As we begin our 60th year in the Centre Region, here is a way for you to support our 100% scholarship-funded program for low-income families. We are grateful for our caring community.

A reminder that Park Forest Preschool's upcoming fundraiser is Wednesday, August 19, at The Greek in State College. Pre...
08/14/2026

A reminder that Park Forest Preschool's upcoming fundraiser is Wednesday, August 19, at The Greek in State College. Present this flyer and enjoy delicious food from 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm. The Greek will donate 20% of those receipts to our tuition-free preschool for income-eligible families. Thank you The Greek for the terrific support!!

With temperatures expected to be in the 80's on Monday July 20, why not plan on an air-conditioned lunch, dinner (or bot...
07/16/2026

With temperatures expected to be in the 80's on Monday July 20, why not plan on an air-conditioned lunch, dinner (or both) at Legends. Park Forest Preschool will receive 10% of the day's receipts thanks to the generosity of Legend's Cheers for Charity program. Our preschool is grateful for the wonderful support of the community.

Please plan on having lunch or dinner at Legends (at the Penn Stater) on Monday July 20th. While enjoying a good meal, y...
07/06/2026

Please plan on having lunch or dinner at Legends (at the Penn Stater) on Monday July 20th. While enjoying a good meal, you will help make Park Forest Preschool's fundraiser a big success. Thanks for your support of this important local program that provides no-cost preschool for low-income families in our region.

Park Forest Preschool is very grateful for your hard work on our playground. We couldn't have done it without you. Thank...
06/27/2026

Park Forest Preschool is very grateful for your hard work on our playground. We couldn't have done it without you. Thank you so much!!

It's way too hot to cook! Instead, have lunch, dinner or both at The Field Burger and Tap on Monday May 18th and Park Fo...
05/18/2026

It's way too hot to cook! Instead, have lunch, dinner or both at The Field Burger and Tap on Monday May 18th and Park Forest Preschool will receive 10% of the day's receipts. A win-win!!
Thanks for supporting our preschool program for low-income families.

Monday, May 18th, is our annual fundraiser at The Field Burger and Tap House. Enjoy a great lunch or dinner (or both) an...
05/12/2026

Monday, May 18th, is our annual fundraiser at The Field Burger and Tap House. Enjoy a great lunch or dinner (or both) and Park Forest Preschool will receive 10% of the day's receipts! We are happy to be a part of The Field's Give Back Program.

Thank you to the volunteers for reading in our classrooms and for their generous donation of books, a birdhouse, and a ...
05/11/2026

Thank you to the volunteers for reading in our classrooms and for their generous donation of books, a birdhouse, and a bug hotel.

You showed up when we needed you!! Park Forest Preschool is incredibly grateful for the community support we received du...
05/08/2026

You showed up when we needed you!! Park Forest Preschool is incredibly grateful for the community support we received during Centre Gives 2026. Thanks to all of you for demonstrating that you care about our quality preschool program for children from low-income families.

Address

1833 Park Forest Avenue
State College, PA
16803

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 12:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 12:30pm
Thursday 9am - 12:30pm
Friday 9am - 12:30pm

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