Apply Now for the 2023-24 School Year
Before completing your application, please review
2023-24 ELC Application Information for Families
Lottery Timeline
November 1, 2022 - Application available on ELC Website
January 9, 2023* - Applications due by midnight for priority consideration in lottery
January 27, 2023 - ELC informs families if a space is available
February 10, 2023 - Families confirm enrollment with a non-refundable deposit
* Applications received after January 9th will be considered as spaces become available, with continued attention to ELC enrollment priorities
Eligibility Requirements
Our classrooms are located on two campuses:
Please note that a new lottery is conducted each year. Families on the waitlist must reapply to be considered for the new year's lottery.
Here are several resources you can access for more information about our program:
Solicite ahora para el año escolar 2023-24
Revise el documento Información de la solicitud de ELC para familias antes de completar este formulario
Si necesita ayuda para completar el formulario en español, comuníquese con Cynthia Nava al 650-463-1236 ext 0.
Requisitos de elegibilidad
Nuestros aules estan ubicados en dos campus:
Consulte los siguientes recursos para familiarizarse con nuestro programa y nuestra filosofía:
Engaging children through play, experimentation, friendship and perseverance to light the fire of lifelong learning.
The Menlo Park City School District’s Early Learning Center nurtures young children’s curiosity, sense of wonder, belonging, and deep engagement with the world around them, preparing them to develop the critical skills needed to enter kindergarten and reach their full potential.
Our caring and knowledgeable teachers support the development of friendships, foster positive conflict resolution skills, and ensure that children have a sense of belonging and feel safe and valued for their unique gifts.
See the full ELC Philosophy and Guiding Principles here.
2022-23 ELC Instructional Calendar
MPCSD School Safety Plan (with COVID guidelines)
San Mateo County Pandemic Recovery Framework
RSVP for a tour by completing this form
Tours will be held on the following dates in January and February
Laurel Tours
Laurel Tours meet at the flagpole in front of Laurel School at 95 Edge Rd. in Atherton
Oak Knoll Tours
Oak Knoll Tours meet in front of the Oak Knoll Elementary School office and flagpole at 1895 Oak Knoll Rd. in Menlo Park
We are currently full for the 2022-23 school year.
For hot lunch information please visit these links.
Free and Reduced Lunch Programs