Wisconsin has a new program for school readiness! Información en español Starting in 2026, Get Kids Ready will be a new, free program for 4-year-olds in child care to get school readiness instruction at their child care provider. This new program will enhance school readiness instruction in participating child care providers, while state funding will make this program free for families and save parents money. Child care providers participating in Get Kids Ready will: Use a curriculum that meets the Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards Offer 437 hours of elementary school readiness instruction per year Have teachers with an associate or bachelor’s degree Meet state expectations for child health, safety, and well-being Children must be 4 years old by September 1, 2026, to participate in Get Kids Ready. Are You a Child Care Provider? Learn about program eligibility, teaching qualifications and more! See Get Kids Ready for Providers Are You a Parent or Caregiver? Learn about the program and how and when to apply! See Get Kids Ready for Parents Still have questions? Please contact the Get Kids Ready team at dcfgetkidsready@wisconsin.gov.
