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If your child turns four before Sept. 2, 2025, they are eligible to begin Transitional Kindergarten in the 2025-2026 school year.
Contact your school district today to begin the process!
Some districts will be expanding eligibility, so check with your District of Residence for details. If you are unsure of your District of Residence, use our District Locator Tool.
If you are seeking an inter-district transfer, please do so before February 1st.
School Year
2024-2025
TK Enrollment
If the child turns five between Sept. 2 and June 2, then they are eligible for Transitional Kindergarten.
Kindergarten Enrollment
If the child turns five on or before Sept. 1 then they are eligible for kindergarten.
School Year
2025-2026
TK Enrollment
If a three year old child’s fourth birthday occurs before Sept. 2nd, then they are eligible for Transitional Kindergarten.
Kindergarten Enrollment
If the child turns five on or before Sept. 1 then they are eligible for kindergarten.
Transitonal kindergarten is one of many choices for a young child. Your family can choose the best option that meets your cultural, family, and life needs:
Programs Available for Young Children
California State Preschool Program (CSPP)
- Ages: 3- and 4-year-olds
- What it is: Preschool program run through contracts from the State of California
- Schedule: Part-day and full-day options available
- Cost: Free or low-cost, based on income eligibility and other factors
Head Start
- Ages: 3- and 4-year-olds
- What it is: Federally-funded preschool program
- Schedule: Part-day and full-day options available
- Cost: Free, based on income eligibility
Private Pay Preschool
- Ages: 3- and 4-year-olds
- What it is: Preschool and childcare programs
- Schedule: Part-day and full-day options determined by individual preschool providers
- Cost: Fees determined by individual preschool providers
Transitional Kindergarten
- Ages: 4-year-olds, depending on birthday
- What it is: Part of the public elementary school system that takes place the year before Kindergarten
- Schedule: Part-day and full-day options, depending on local decisions
- Cost: Free, regardless of income