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[quote=Anonymous]OP, 
If you're starting in July, you might want to focus your energy on immediate daycare. Try not to worry about the school situation until you're a little more familiar with the complexities of school choice in DC. (CentroNia vs DC Bilingual is classic example. Same organization, different programs.)

Best sources are usually the folks on your block, in the playground, and at work. You can try to cross reference on the DCUM daycare/preschool forum for opinions on specific PS3 programs. [Note, the term PK usually = 4 year olds. PS usually = 3 year olds. Age cutoffs may vary by program but most are Sept 30.]

There are a few early childhood programs on p 161. http://www.greatschools.org/res/pdf/DC/DC_School_Chooser_2012-2013.pdf  It also has detailed info and FAQs on education in general in DC. Can't vouch for 100% accuracy, but it's a start from an objective source because it covers public, charter, and private.

Unless you have a high tolerance for ambiguity, the charter and DCPS waitlist movement can drive you crazy. You may not hear about a spot until October. (Yes, people do switch schools almost 2 months after start of the year.)

In the meantime, welcome to Ward 1 and enjoy the summer!

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