About
Building a county where every child arrives at K ready.
Durham PreK was created so that family income or zip code never decides whether a child gets a strong start. We're a partnership of providers, schools, and the community.
Why Pre-K matters
Every Durham child deserves a strong start.
High-quality Pre-K builds the language, social, and learning foundations children carry into kindergarten — and life. Durham PreK exists to make that foundation possible for every family in our county, regardless of income or background.
of brain development happens before age 5
Durham children served each year
trusted preschool sites across the county
family support in English & Spanish
"Our daughter walked into kindergarten ready and confident. Durham PreK changed our whole family."
The team
Leadership
Dr. Alicia Carter
Executive Director
Marcus Whitfield
Director of Family Services
Priya Subramanian
Director of Educator Programs
Jordan Ellis
Community Partnerships Lead