FAQs

1.  What is SP4K?

SP4K is a play-based, developmentally appropriate program for 4-year-old students.  Studies show that quality early education results in success throughout school. All our 4K sites follow the same curriculum.  Our curriculum is based upon Wisconsin Early Learning Standards and district curriculum;  The curriculum is specifically designed to meet the social, emotional and educational needs of our 4-year-old students.

2.  Who can participate?

SP4K is a voluntary early learning program available to ALL four-year-old children in Sun Prairie.  Any child who turns 4 years of age on or before September 1 is eligible to register for the school year starting that September.

3.  Where are SP4K classes held?

SP4K classes are held in five elementary schools and five community partner sites.  For a full list of schools, please check out our web page under "Locations".

4.  When are SP4K classes held?

Morning and afternoon classes are provided following the times below. 

Students enrolled in community partner sites                                                                                                                                AM Class - 7:50 a.m. to 10:33 a.m. 

PM Class - 11:32 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday)                                                                                                       11:32 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. (Thursday early release)

Students enrolled in elementary school sites                                                                                                                                 AM Class - 7:40 a.m. to 10:23 a.m.

PM Class - 11:42 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday)                                                                                                       11:42 to 1:30 p.m.(Thursday early release) 

5.  How does SP4K work?

Enrollment: Enrollment begins in February and is a two step process. More information can be found on our "4K Enrollment" page. Step one enrolls you within the Sun Prairie School District. Step two is completed to identify 4K placement and transportation needs. 4K placement letters are mailed in June. Site based communications and school calendars are shared in August.          

Childcare: SP4K does NOT provide before or after school childcare. If childcare is needed, families must work directly with childcare facilities. 

Transportation: School bus transportation is provided for SP4K students. Site placement for students needing school bus transportation will be determined by the bus company routing process.