Preschool Enrollment
Our preschool program has adopted and meets the Iowa Quality Preschool Program Standards, administered by the Iowa Department of Education. The Iowa Early Learning Standards are used to guide expectations for the children and instructional practices. The Clear Creek Amana FREE Preschool program is funded through Statewide Voluntary Preschool funds, with no cost to families. Preschool provides opportunities for children to develop important learning skills.
We offer a morning or afternoon preschool program complete with assessment protocols, snacks, and large and small motor development. The maximum class size is 20 children in each session. A teaching staff-child ratio of at least 1:10 will be maintained at all times to encourage adult-child interactions and promote activity among children.
Through hands-on exploration, purposeful play, and nurturing guidance, we create meaningful opportunities for children to grow socially, emotionally, and academically. Our dedicated team of educators works to foster curiosity, build confidence, and support each child’s unique path of development.
The first day of preschool is August 31, 2026 - We can't wait to see you!!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Welcome to Clear Creek Amana Preschool Programming — where we believe every child deserves a joyful and engaging start to their educational journey. Our Preschool program is a thoughtfully designed experience that helps prepare young learners for success in kindergarten and beyond.
Through hands-on exploration, purposeful play, and nurturing guidance, we create meaningful opportunities for children to grow socially, emotionally, and academically. Our dedicated team of educators works to foster curiosity, build confidence, and support each child’s unique path of development.
Our preschool program focuses on foundational skills in early literacy, math, science, and social development, all within a safe, supportive, and engaging classroom environment. We strive to create a community where children feel valued, families feel supported, and learning feels exciting and fun.
We look forward to partnering with you during this important stage in your child’s life. Together, we will help your child thrive—developing the skills, habits, and love of learning that will last a lifetime.
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our program, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We can’t wait to welcome your child to the Clipper family!
Respectfully,
Stacy Stull
Tiffin Elementary Principal/Preschool Director
stacystull@ccaschools.org
319-545-2081
Program Details
Schedule:
Four days a week - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Optional wrap around care is available by Champions for our CCA preschool families.
Class Times:
Morning Preschool: 7:50 AM - 10:50 AM
Afternoon Preschool: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Age Requirement:
Children must be 4 years old by September 15 of the enrolling school year.
Locations:
- Tiffin Elementary
104 N Park Road, Tiffin - Clear Creek Elementary
230 Wilson Street, Oxford - Amana Elementary
3023 220th Trail, Amana
Preschool Enrollment Link
2026-2027 Preschool Registration Link (for the school year starting August 2026)
26-27 Important Deadlines and Dates
- Late Spring: You will be notified of when your preschooler is placed for the morning or afternoon session.
- August: In Home Visits. Teachers will visit students (as part of a state requirement). This allows teachers to get to know their students and families at a comfortable location.
- August: Watch for communication from your child's building
- August 31: First Day of School for Preschool
Transportation
Free Transportation: Preschool parents can select if they want school transportation during the registration process. Resident students have the option for bus transportation to and from designated neighborhood stops, homes and, to the best of our ability, to currently licensed daycares operating within our district. Per state requirements, CCA schools are not permitted to bus outside of our school boundaries. Bus stops and routes will be determined in late summer after the bulk of all student registrations are complete and parents are notified approximately one week before school starts.
Wrap Around Child Care
Child Care: Clear Creek Amana Community School District partners with Champions for the Before and After School Program (BASP) and Wrap around care for Amana Elementary, Clear Creek Elementary, North Bend Elementary, Oak Hill Elementary, and Tiffin Elementary. Link to more information
Required documents to prepare and submit during enrollment
- Proof of Age: birth document (child must be 4 years of age by September 15 of the enrolling school year)
- Proof of Residency (Preschool students do not need to live in the Clear Creek Amana school district but a proof of residency is still required for registration)
- Homeowner: A copy of your most recently paid property tax bill, copy of recent mortgage statement, or printout from the Johnson County or Iowa County Assessor’s website.
- Renting: A copy of your signed lease agreement signed by both parties.
- Made an offer on a home: A copy of the purchase agreement.
- Recently closed on a home: A copy of the settlement statement.
- Utility Bill
- Bank Statement
- Immunization Record (or Medical Immunization Exemption Form signed by a physician or Religious Immunization Exemption Form
(Where to find documentation of your student’s most recent immunizations):- Your child’s healthcare provider/doctor
- Previous school
- Your state’s vaccine registry/Public Health Department
- Military records, if applicable
- Other Medical Document:
- Physical Form: to be completed by a healthcare provider.
- Options to Submit Required Documents:
- Upload them in the online registration process or
- Email the documents to registration@ccaschools.org or
- Documents can be delivered in person or mailed to the Clear Creek Amana Administration Office, located at 1486 Highway 6 NW, Oxford, IA 52322. Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. or
- Documents can be delivered in person to any of our CCA Schools.
For registration assistance or an in-person appointment, please call 319-828-4510 or email registration@ccaschools.org and let our team assist you.