Preschool Program

Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s),

Thank you for your interest in the Newtown Public Schools Preschool Program. The program offers quality educational services to children who have disabilities and to typically developing peers, referred to as Play Partners. PlayPartners are role models to their disabled peers and benefit from instruction aligned to Connecticut Early Learning Development Standards.

Program Details

  • Location: Newtown Preschool at Reed Intermediate School
  • Days: Mondays through Thursdays
  • Hours:
  • Morning sessions: 8:50 AM - 11:35 AM
  • Afternoon sessions: 12:40 PM - 3:25 PM
  • Rate: $2,700.00 for a full year (four half-day program)

Play Partner Eligibility

To participate as a Play Partner:

  • Children must be three years old on or before September 1, 2026
  • Children must be toilet trained prior to admission

Families are still encouraged to apply if their child turns three shortly after September 1.


Please note:

  • Children who are five years old by September 1, 2026 are kindergarten-eligible and cannot participate as Play Partners
  • Kindergarten-eligible children may not remain enrolled in the preschool program

How to Apply

Families interested in the Play Partner program must complete the Play Partner Questionnaire (2026–2027).

  • Application deadline: February 13, 2026
  • Applicants will be entered into a lottery
  • Play Partners may be accepted throughout the year, as space allows

You can apply to be a Play Partner at any time, as we accept applications year-round.

Next Steps & Important Dates

After submitting the questionnaire:

  • Early March: Families will be contacted by the preschool team
  • Friday, March 13, 2026: Children will be invited to attend a “Play and Meet the Teacher” session at Reed Intermediate School
  • One adult may accompany each child
  • Families must RSVP to assist with planning
  • April 3, 2026: Families will receive notification of Play Partner status via email
  • April 24, 2026: Parent confirmation of participation is due


A preschool staff member will email families prior to the play session with specific details.

Developmental Concerns

If you have questions or concerns about your child's development, it may be more appropriate to discuss those concerns directly rather than applying for the Play Partner program. For more information or to consider an evaluation, please feel free to call Ms. Laura Pellerito, School Psychologist, at (203) 426-7683.