Berkeley Preschool and “Income Eligible” Registration

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BERKELEY – Berkeley will now have an “Income Eligible” low income preschool program. The program runs five days a week and follows Berkeley Township School District’s calendar. Berkeley Township busing will be available for Bayville residents and Bayville day care sites as well.

This program has a state recommended curriculum, highly qualified state certified teachers, and the students are immersed in fun and exciting daily activities.

Eligible children will be selected first come, first served. The criteria for eligibility are:

  • Children must be 4 years old on or before October 1, 2018.
  • Students must be immunized and have medical forms completed.
  • Federal eligibility requirements must be met.
  • Proof of income documentation is required (2017 1040, W-2, pay stubs, SSI, TANF/WFNJ or unemployment documentation).

Federal eligibility requirements are outlined by Household Size Gross Annual Income. For two individuals, your income should be $32,480. For three: $40,840; four: $49,200; five: $57,560; six: $65,920; seven: $74,280; and eight: $82,640.

To register for the class, visit the Administrative Annex Office, 62 Veeder Lane in Bayville or call 732-269-5707 ext. 5217. Registration will take place February 5-9 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.