All students must register through Delta Family Center prior to admission to any BELA Preschool. Additional application materials are available through the BELA Preschool Office (822 Grand Avenue, Delta, CO 81416)

• BELA Preschool is now accepting UPK (Universal Preschool) applications for ALL SITES in Delta County! Register today through the state's new portal. Click below for direct access to ALL Delta County BELA Sites! If you have questions, please call 970-874-9517 or email us at dfc@deltaschools.com.

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• Limited number of spaces for UPK/Head Start funded spots, based on designated criteria
• Children with special needs are placed in BELA through Child Find (CSRG: 5.3)
• Documentation of child’s current health statement MUST be submitted within 30 calendar days of admission. DFC will provide referral information for families to obtain access to medical insurance and a medical home. (CSRG: 5.2)
• Required documents for admission include copies of current immunization records, birth certificate, and proof of residence.

Admission Cutoff Dates

• Children must be 2 ½ by September 1st to qualify for the Transition Room (Delta only)
• Children must be 3 by September 1st to be considered for a three-year-old slot
• Children must be 4 by September 1st to qualify for a four-year-old slot
• Children must be 5 by September 1st to qualify for Kindergarten