Texas parents eligible for $10,000 school vouchers can use them at private pre-K programs starting in 2026
Parents in Texas with qualifying children will be able to apply the state's standard school voucher, valued around $10,000, toward private pre-kindergarten education beginning in the 2026 school year.
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) confirmed this development, expanding the voucher program to pre-K settings beyond public schools. These vouchers are part of the state's Move On When Ready program aimed at increasing access and educational choice for eligible families.
Details about the voucher program and eligibility
- The voucher amount is approximately $10,000 per qualifying student.
- Eligible families include those who meet income and residency requirements set by the state.
- Private pre-K programs accepting vouchers must meet certain accreditation standards and agree to state oversight.
- Families use the vouchers to cover tuition and fees at participating private early childhood centers starting in 2026.
Official statement from the Texas Education Agency
The TEA emphasized the agency's commitment to providing families with more education options and said:
"Our goal is to empower parents with more flexibility to choose the best learning environment for their children, starting as early as pre-kindergarten."
Impact and perspectives
This move marks a significant growth in Texas’s school choice efforts by incorporating early childhood education into voucher programs. Advocates applaud the policy as a step toward greater access to quality preschool options, while some critics raise concerns about funding and equity implications.
The Texas Education Agency announced that from 2026, qualified families can use state-funded $10K vouchers at private pre-K schools, signaling a broader commitment to expanding educational choices early in a child’s academic journey.
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