"Public preschool" refers to a type of school or educational program that is funded by the government and available to all children in a community. It provides early childhood education and prepares children for kindergarten. Full definition
Some states and cities have also assumed substantial costs to provide free public preschool programs. (educationnext.org)
But while the community at large is usually excited by the addition of public preschool, elementary principals may be overwhelmed by the prospect of opening and maintaining a preschool within a facility. (naesp.org)
[4] Some states and cities also have assumed substantial costs to provide free public preschool programs. (educationnext.org)