How Much Sleep Do Preschools Need?
The CDC recommends preschools get 10–13 hours of sleep per night. Use the calculator below to check your cycles.
CDC recommendation for preschools
10–13 hours
per night
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CDC recommends Preschools get:
10–13 hours
per night
Sleep by complete cycles:
4.5h
3 cycles
⚠ 5.5h short
6h
4 cycles
⚠ 4h short
7.5h
5 cycles
⚠ 2.5h short
9h
6 cycles
⚠ 1h short
Source: CDC Sleep Recommendations 2023.
Frequently asked questions
How much sleep do preschools need?▾
The CDC recommends preschools get 10–13 hours per night. Getting less than 10 hours consistently is linked to impaired cognition, weakened immunity, and increased disease risk.
What happens if a preschool doesn't get enough sleep?▾
Chronic sleep deprivation impairs memory, reduces immune function, and increases risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and mood disorders.
How many sleep cycles do I need to hit the recommendation?▾
To reach 10 hours, you need approximately 7 complete 90-minute sleep cycles. For the full 13 hours, aim for 9 cycles.