About The Grant
GSRP classrooms are offered in high quality settings as defined by Great Start to Quality Ratings. To learn more about why high quality matters and how the quality improvement process ensures the right program for your family, please visit their website. http://www.greatstarttoquality.org/families
- GSRP programs are ranked #1 nationally.
- Your child must be four by December 1.
- All 4 year-olds receive free preschool.
- Small class sizes of 16 students.
- All teachers have early childhood education and receive ongoing training.
- Follows research-based and state-approved curriculum model.
- Must meet all state health and safety standards.
- Healthy meals and snacks are provided free of cost.
- Although the program is free to all all 4-year-olds, first priority is given to students in low-income households and students with Individualized Education Programs.
GSRP is part of the Pre-K For All bipartisan investment to save families money on child care expenses.
Funding for the Great Start Readiness Program- including all activities, materials, staff, and family engagement is made possible through the grant received from MiLEAP (Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential).