Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)
Free Pre-K Program
School Bell Early Childhood Education Centers proudly partners with Great Start Oakland and Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP), Michigan’s nationally recognized Pre-K program, to offer free Pre-K at both their Brighton and Highland locations. This program gives 4-year-old children a strong foundation for their educational journey.
The program use The Creative Curriculum a research-based approach that promotes learning through play, exploration, and developmentally appropriate instruction. Led by state-certified, highly qualified teachers, GSRP supports each child’s growth across all areas of development.
A strong start TODAY today creates endless possibilities for tomorrow.
The majority of Michigan’s 4-year-olds qualify based on household income, including many families who didn’t think they would. You are encouraged to apply and see if your family is eligible. Children who may not meet income eligibility but have other risk factors could still be considered based on available space.
Child must be 4 years old but not yet 5 by September 1 of the school year
Michigan residency required
Children with certain risk factors (e.g., developmental delays, IEPs, non-English language learners, diagnosed disabilities, or a history of abuse/neglect) may qualify
Children who are in foster care, or children who are experiencing homelessness are eligible
Parents/caregivers must provide proof of age and residency (e.g., birth certificate, utility bill)
GSRP Program
Together, we nurture the dreams that SHAPE our children’s future.
GSRP Curriculum
The Creative Curriculum, offered through the GSRP Program:
- A focus on active, hands-on learning that encourages children to explore, discover, and problem-solve in meaningful ways
- A consistent daily routine that fosters independence and builds confidence
- Intentional teacher guidance, where educators support learning through open-ended questions, scaffolding, and purposeful play
- Emphasis on developmental objectives in key areas such as language and literacy, math, science, physical, and social-emotional development
- Observation-based assessments to monitor each child’s individual progress and guide instruction
- A research-based approach used in early childhood programs nationwide, proven to support positive school readiness outcomes
- Free lunches and healthy snacks provided daily
Staff Qualifications
Our teachers and caregivers are highly trained and passionate about helping children. All staff, volunteers and parents working with children must:
- All lead teachers have either a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a child development associate’s degree
- Provide fingerprints
- Undergo extensive referral checks and work history verification
- Pass a complete background check for criminal history including felonies and crimes against children
- Complete training on bloodborne pathogens safety, first aid, CPR, infant safe sleep, shaken baby, and children and infant general health and safety
- Agree to and complete on-going health and safety training to total a minimum of 16 hours per year
- Pass a TB test
Safety & Cleanliness
- Classrooms are designed to ensure children are comfortable and safe (no sharp corners, padding, removal of choking hazards, etc.)
- We adhere to a strict three-step cleaning process including daily surface and restroom sanitizing, frequent handwashing and daily toy baths
- Security includes a mandatory check-in/check-out policy, double-door secure entry systems, door access codes for parents and alarms
School Bell – Brighton
Early Childhood Education & Child Care Center
Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
(Infant & Toddlers 7:00 am - 5:00 pm)
School Bell – Highland
Early Childhood Education & Child Care Center
Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
(Infant & Toddlers 7:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Apply Today!
Bright futures BEGIN here, at School Bell!
Please apply below. Once you have completed the form, a member of our Early Childhood staff will contact you to discuss enrollment options.
Livingston County | School Bell – Brighton
To enroll your child, please complete an enrollment form through the Livingston Educational Service Agency.
Oakland County | School Bell – Highland
To enroll your child, please complete the MiECC enrollment form via the Great Start Collaborative Oakland County website.
You can also call, text or send “PreK” to 844-456-5437
to start the application.
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