To be eligible to register for kindergarten for the Fall, children must be five years old on or before September 1, 2023. Children that turn five years old September 2, 2023 through April 2, 2024, have the opportunity to enroll in one of our Transitional Kindergarten (TK) programs. Information on TK registration will be available in 2023.

Learn about our Schools

Visit SCUSD’s School Finder to determine your child’s school of residence based on school boundaries and learn about all our school options. Many of our elementary and K-8 schools are also hosting school tours and information sessions for prospective families.

Registration Information

Parents/guardians can register their student for kindergarten by one of the following methods:

• online (link available on January 10, 2023)
• at the Enrollment Center
• at neighborhood schools January 11-25, 2023

Download Registration Packet

2023-2024 Kindergarten Registration Packet

To register, families will need to provide photo identification, address verification, proof of birth documentation, and the child’s immunization record. See the full list of required enrollment documentation.

Immunization Requirements

Parents’ Guide to Immunizations | Spanish

SCUSD is also offering free Immunization Clinics to eligible students. See Immunization Clinic schedule. 

Open Enrollment

If you are interested in enrolling in one of our schools through Open Enrollment, please visit our Open Enrollment page to learn about the process. Families can apply for 2023-2024 Open Enrollment between February 1-15, 2023.  

It is recommended that you register your kindergartener at their neighborhood school before applying for Open Enrollment in case your child is not selected through the lottery.

If you have any questions about kindergarten enrollment, please contact the Enrollment Center.