Kindergarten is an exciting milestone for your child and for you! This
2 year program provides engaging, inquiry and play-based learning during
the regular school day.
The program helps children develop their physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development as they transition from their home, child care, or preschool environment! All Kindergarten programs in Ontario are full-day, as of September 2014.
Kindergarten Registration
Advanced Kindergarten registration for children in Year 1 (Junior Kindergarten) or children new to their school in Year 2 (Senior Kindergarten) took place on: Tuesday, January 23 & Wednesday, January 24, 2018.
Parents are encouraged to contact their home school directly for Kindergarten registration, start dates and times. To determine your home school, use our School Finder Tool.
Parents may register their child(ren) who will be 4 years of age by December 31, 2018 in the first year of the 2-year Kindergarten program.
Registration forms are available at each elementary school. Completed applications and appropriate documentation can be submitted to your home school, beginning at the advanced registration dates in January of the year that your child will be starting the program.
What do I Need to Register my Child?
Your application must include the following documents (required):
- Birth Certificate (required for Year 1 and Year 2)
- Year 1 children are required to be 4 years of age on or before December 31, 2018.
- Year 2 children are required to be 5 years of age on or before December 31, 2018.
- Roman or Eastern Rite Catholic baptismal certificate. If your child has no Roman/Eastern Rite Catholic baptismal certificate, your child may be admitted if one parent can provide a Roman/Eastern Rite Catholic baptismal certificate. Please refer to the Board's Operating Policy I-22 for more information.
- Proof of address
Please note: Children currently registered in their Catholic school’s Year 1 program are not required to register for the Year 2 program. Placement in the Year 2 program will be processed by the school, unless otherwise stated.
Kindergarten Checklist
If you are a parent seeking information about your child's entry into Kindergarten in September, here's what you need to know:
- Complete registration at your family's home school. To find out your home school, please click here
- Halton Region’s Ready, Set, Go! offers a 12 month calendar, including a helpful blog for Kindergarten parents and community supports
- Apply to the 4 week EvenStart summer program to help prepare you and your child for Kindergarten
- Contact your home school to learn more about parent orientation evenings, first school visits, and Kindergarten entry dates held at the school
- If you require before and after school care, click here
How Can I Prepare my Child for Kindergarten?
The Ministry of Education's website offers information on how to prepare your child for Kindergarten. Visit: How can I prepare my child for starting Kindergarten?
School Visits and Entry
Entry into Kindergarten in September is a gradual process. For further information about the gradual entry process, please contact your home school for more information.