Kindergarten & First Grade Eligibility Changes
2026 - 2027 Kindergarten & First Grade Requirements
ELIGIBLE TO ENROLL
Kindergarten:
Must be 5 years old on or before August 20, 2026.
1st Grade:
Must be 6 years old on or before August 20, 2026.
✅ Approved for Registration
1ST GRADE EXCEPTION
Does the child turn 6 AFTER the First Day of School?
They may still enroll in 1st Grade ONLY IF:
- They have successfully completed an accredited Kindergarten program (Public or Chartered Non-Public).
⚠️ Eligible with Proof of Completion
NOT ELIGIBLE
Kindergarten:
Child turns 5 AFTER the First Day of School.
1st Grade:
Child turns 6 AFTER the First Day of School AND did not complete an accredited Kindergarten.
⛔ Must Wait for Next School Year