CAPSDAC Electronic File Templates

Electronic File Templates for the California Preschool Data Collection (CAPSDAC) System

Overview

The California Preschool Data Collection (CAPSDAC) Data Submission Electronic File Templates include structured header rows and example values in Comma Separated Values (CSV) format.

CSV Templates (Header Row Only)

File Name	File Description
Classroom Records File (CSV)	The "Classroom Records File (CSV)" is an organized file featuring structured header rows for a Comma Separated Values (CSV) file, providing a clear framework for efficient and accurate recording of Classroom data. This file does not include example values.
Staff Records File (CSV)	The "Staff Records File (CSV)" is an organized file featuring structured header rows for a Comma Separated Values (CSV) file, providing a clear framework for efficient and accurate recording of Staff data. This file does not include example values.
Child Records File (CSV)	The "Child Records File (CSV)" is an organized file featuring structured header rows for a Comma Separated Values (CSV) file, providing a clear framework for efficient and accurate recording of Child data. This file does not include example values.

CSV Templates (Example Values)

File Name	File Description
Classroom Records File (CSV)	The "Classroom Records File (CSV)" is an organized file featuring structured header rows for a Comma Separated Values (CSV) file, providing a clear framework for efficient and accurate recording of Classroom data. This file includes example values.
Staff Records File (CSV)	The "Staff Records File (CSV)" is an organized file featuring structured header rows for a Comma Separated Values (CSV) file, providing a clear framework for efficient and accurate recording of Staff data. This file includes example values.
Child Records File (CSV)	The "Child Records File (CSV)" is an organized file featuring structured header rows for a Comma Separated Values (CSV) file, providing a clear framework for efficient and accurate recording of Child data. This file includes example values.

Disclaimer: Please note that the "Preschool CDS Code" within these files must be manually adjusted to accurately align with your agency's official CDS code for proper functionality. Failure to update this code may result in inaccuracies or errors in data processing.

Questions: CAPSDAC Support Team | CAPSDAC@cde.ca.gov

Last Reviewed: Friday, September 19, 2025

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