CPP Application & Enrollment Updates
Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP) 2026-2027 Application Updates
Families who submitted completed CPP applications by April 13 will have their applications included in the spring match. All applications submitted after April 13 will be considered on an ongoing basis.
Spring 2026 CPP Match Timeline
- Match results will be sent to families in late April 2026.
- Families will have 2 weeks from the date of notification to accept or decline their placement offer.
- The 2026-2027 school year will begin in September 2026.
For application questions, please contact cpp@cpsd.us.
Interested in applying for the current 2025-26 school year?
Many CPP providers have filled their spots, leaving limited availability. However, some CPP spots are still available, and families applying for the current school year can select from those remaining spots. The deadline for placing any families for the 25-26 school year is May 1, 2026. Please click on the “Apply to CPP” button below for more information.
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