Kindergarten

Starting kindergarten is a big step—and we’re here to help you and your child feel confident and prepared.

Your child’s kindergarten classroom will be a creative and stimulating environment full of learning and exploration. Kindergarten will provide the foundation for the rest of your child’s school experiences and your child will develop a love of learning. Recognizing the importance of the school’s partnership with all families, we encourage you to help your child prepare for the kindergarten experience at home.

Is My Child Eligible?

Your child is eligible for kindergarten if they:

Turn 5 years old on or before Aug. 31 of the current school year
Or qualify for early entry by turning 4 years old on or before April 16, and meet the gifted criteria under state law.

Enroll now

Kindergarten registration opens on Oct. 15 for the 2026-27 school year!

Ready to start? We’ll walk you through it every step of the way.

Begin kindergarten enrollment

Off to a Good Start!

Health Routines

Establish a bedtime that gives 10+ hours of sleep.
Ensure immunizations and health exams are current (must be shared with school).
Stick to regular times for meals.

Positive Approaches toward Learning

Provide toys and games for exploration and discovery.
Create opportunities to stay on task for 15 minutes (or more).

Social and Emotional Development

Talk about feelings.
Facilitate friendships with other children.
Set basic rules and allow the child to adapt to change.
Celebrate independence.

Language Development

Talk, talk, talk at home!
Read together every day.
Give multiple step instructions (1,2,3).
Encourage sentences of several words.

Health and Physical Development

Run, jump, swing and throw together.
Develop independence - dressing, eating, and personal hygiene.
Share a space to use scissors and crayons.

General Knowledge

Teach first and last name.
Learn basic colors.
Practice numbers and letters.
Retell stories together.

Choosing the Right School for Your Family

Families have options when it comes to where their child attends kindergarten. You can attend your base school or apply for magnet or year-round programs.