The first five years of life are precious. They are also incredibly important for your child’s development and future.
Nevada has programs and funding to help your child get the strong start you want to give them.
It takes just five minutes to open a world of opportunity for your child’s first five years.
Do you have a child that will be age 4 by August 1, 2026? You may qualify for Nevada Ready! Pre-K. And now, there is ONE application to apply for a range of programs that meet your families needs including public schools, charter schools, child care and community-based programs.
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Great news for Nevada families! Nevada Ready! Pre-K is expanding access, making it easier for more children to access high-quality early learning programs statewide. Learn more about the updated eligibility guidelines to see if your child qualifies.
Stable housing is a critical foundation for a child’s healthy development. Recognizing this, First 5 Nevada has added housing programs and resources designed to support families at every stage - whether they are seeking emergency assistance, long-term housing solutions or general guidance.
When school is out, many families face a new challenge - making sure children continue to receive healthy, nutritious meals every day. That’s where Nevada’s Summer Food Service Program steps in to offer free meals to children and teens across the state all summer long.
First 5 Nevada, a program of The Children's Cabinet, is supported by the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five Initiative (PDG B-5), Grant Number 90TP0099, awarded to the Nevada Department of Education, from the Office of Child Care, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Department of Education, the Office of Child Care, the Administration for Children and Families, or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
