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Is Child Receiving Extended Learning and Care?

The “Is Child Receiving Extended Learning and Care?” field applies to children in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) or Kindergarten (K) who also attend part-day California State Preschool Program (CSPP) during non-instructional hours.

Where to Find It

This information should be retained in the Child File within the Agency.

Rules and Guidelines

  • This information field is required; only one option may be selected.
  • This field includes the following options:
    • Y – Yes
    • N – No

Error Messages and Solutions

  • The 'Is Child Receiving Extended Learning and Care?' field is required and cannot be left blank (WI173) [801A Electronic File Transfer].
    • Problem: The information in the upload file for the 'Is Child Receiving Extended Learning and Care?' field is blank.
    • Solution: Confirm a valid code from the list above (Y or N) is entered.
  • The 'Is Child Receiving Extended Learning and Care?' field is invalid (WI174) [801A Electronic File Transfer], [801A Input/Edit].
    • Problem: The question the 'Is Child Receiving Extended Learning and Care?' field is not a valid code (Y or N).
    • Solution: Confirm a valid code from the list above (Y or N) is entered.

Return to Appendix A: Data Definitions

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Last Reviewed: Tuesday, August 5, 2025
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