Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)
Contact Information:
Mae Bendall- Early Childhood Coordinator, Abendall@swcrk.org
Krissy Small- Lead GSRP Secretary, Ksmall@swcrk.org
Miranda Delaney- Little Dragons Secretary, Mdelaney@swcrk.org
Main office- (810) 591-4346
Program Information:
The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) is Michigan’s free PreK program for eligible four-year-olds. Ranked #1 in the U.S., it’s a safe place where children learn how to get along with others, share, take turns, and make friends. Math, reading, and thinking skills are taught every day through fun, hands-on activities. GSRP will help make sure your child is ready for kindergarten and beyond.
For the 2025-26 school year, all families have access to free PreK through the Great Start Readiness Program, with priority given to those who need it most. Currently, enrollment priority is given to those at or below 400% of the federal poverty limit, or about $128,000 for a family for four.
When:
Monday-Thursday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Children are expected to attend all four (4) days every week and do not report to school on Friday
Program Length:
Program runs from October to June, following the Swartz Creek Community Schools Calendar for holidays.
Location(s):
Little Dragons Learning Center-Main Building has (6) GSRP classrooms
Morrish Elementary
Transportation is not available for GSRP
Start by filling out a GSRP online interest form and selecting your Program Preferences as either "Swartz Creek-Little Dragons Learning Center" or "Swartz Creek-Morrish Elementary". Click on the link below to fill out your interest form:
After you submit your application, our Preschool Coordinator will reach out to your by phone or email to set up an appointment. Registration appointments happen in July.
Documents needed for your appointment:
Birth Certificate
Updated Shot Record
Health Appraisal
Proof of income (1 month proof or tax return)
Proof of residency (2 forms)
Custody documentation or IEP (if applicable)
Nutrition Services:
Breakfast, lunch, and snack are provided by Swartz Creek Community Schools under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
*GSRP Before & After School Child Care: 6:00am - 8:30am & 3:30pm - 6:00pm is available at Little Dragons Learning Center-Main Building. Limited spots available.
Please call the Little Dragons Learning Center - Main Building at (810-591-4346) for assistance.
