Preschool Placement Requests Open At Wayne's Preakness ECC

WAYNE, NJ — Parents who want to enroll their soon-to-be-preschoolers at the Preakness Early Childhood Center in Wayne may begin submitting placement requests online, which is the first step to enrolling next year.

The preschool center offers three-day and five-day programs with morning, afternoon, and all-day sessions; the full-day program is for 4-year-old students planning to enter kindergarten in the following year. Class sizes are limited, and registration and placement are on a first-come, first-serve basis depending on availability.

"We look forward to welcoming our youngest learners to the Preakness Early Childhood Center and embarking on a journey of learning and growth together," the district said.

Children must be 3 years old by Oct. 15, 2025 to register for the 2025/26 school year. Click here to access the application form.

Enrollment is available to parents outside Wayne Township, but township residents will get priority. Transportation is provided to special education preschool students.

Once the placement request is received, parents/guardians will be contacted by email within five to 10 business days with availability. If an opening is not available, there is the option to be placed on a waitlist, which does not guarantee enrollment.

For any questions or additional information, contact Sheri Palmieri by phone at 973-968-7400 or via email at prekregistration@wayneschools.com.