Kindergarten Readiness
Kindergarten readiness is a top priority of Erie Together. We know that a strong start in the early years lays the foundation for lifelong learning, career success, and overall well-being. That’s why we are actively revising and updating our previously released Kindergarten Readiness resources to ensure families, caregivers, educators, and community partners have access to clear and practical tools that reflect the most current standards and research.
Families are a young child’s first and most important teachers, and childcare providers play a vital role in supporting early development. During a child’s early years, families and caregivers can help prepare children for school - and for a successful future- by practicing the skills outlined in Erie Together’s updated Profile of Kindergarten Readiness below. This resource is aligned with the Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards for Early Childhood (Pre-Kindergarten) which can be found here and is designed to be accessible and actionable for use at home and in early learning settings.
School readiness goes beyond the child alone. It reflects the shared responsibility of families, early learning providers, schools, and the broader community working together to support every child’s success. A child’s growth and development are shaped by the relationships, experiences, and environments they encounter long before they enter a kindergarten classroom. By aligning our efforts as a community, we can ensure that every child in Erie County enters school ready to learn and thrive.
Please continue to visit this page to access our most up-to-date resources as they are finalized and made publicly available. This work is being led by a team of early learning experts and community partners and is supported through a 2026 grant from Erie County government.