(COLORADO) — Parents can now apply for Colorado Universal Preschool’s program, which provides free, high-quality preschool weekly for children.

The program gives up to 15 hours of free preschool to children in their pre-kindergarten year. All children in Colorado are welcome to apply, according to Governor Jared Polis, the program saves Coloradans an average of $6,100 every year.

“We are thrilled that so many families have already signed up for the next school year to better prepare their child for success,” said Governor Jared Polis. 

Through the application process, families can choose from diverse settings including home-based, school-based, or community-based, whichever is the best fit for their child.

Now, families can apply for the program. Some key enrollment deadlines include:

Feb.3: Pre-registration deadline for families continuing care with a participating provider, with a sibling enrolled, or with a family member employed by the provider.

Feb.5: First family-to-provider matching round deadline. Families who apply by this deadline increase their chances

March 5: Final matching round deadline.

The program lets families also apply for more free hours based on qualifying factors and available funding. Depending on the provider, families have the option of paying for any additional hours as well.

“Colorado’s Universal Preschool Program is transforming lives and has propelled Colorado from 27th to 7th in preschool enrollment across the nation,” said Dr. Lisa Roy, Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Early Childhood. “With over 85,600 children served in just two years, now is the time for all eligible families to apply for the upcoming school year.”

To apply, click the link above.