
Quality Early Childhood Education for African Families in Portland
Find answers to the most common questions about applying to Cairo Academy. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, our Enrollment Coordinator is happy to help.
Your child needs to be 3 or 4 years old by September 1 at the start of the current school year.
Preschool Promise applicants can apply any time throughout the year.
Preschool For All applications are open from April to January for each school year. Please visit multco.us/info/families-preschool-all for more information.
We currently do not offer transportation at any of our preschool locations.
Applying does not automatically enroll your child or secure a spot.
If you need help filling out an application or translation in Somali, contact our Enrollment Coordinator: Sadia Anshur.
If you need translation in Arabic, Swahili, Mai Mai, Spanish, or French, Sadia will connect you with another team member.
Yes, there are two things to be aware of:
Please contact our Enrollment Coordinator if you believe this may affect your eligibility.
No. At Cairo Academy Preschool we serve a diverse group of children and families from all backgrounds. Our program is inclusive and open to everyone who values a supportive, respectful, and culturally responsive learning environment.
Yes! Tours are available throughout the school year from Monday to Friday when children are not in session. To schedule a time and date, please call or text the Enrollment Coordinator, Sadia Anshur.
No. Preschool For All and Preschool Promise require us to have full-time enrollment for all children.
No. Cairo Academy does not offer after school programs. However, certain school districts may offer after school programs depending on eligibility.