Kindergarten students enjoy their mat learning time.

Welcome to City Schools!

Congratulations! It's time to enroll your child in pre-K or kindergarten!

Every day in pre-K and kindergarten, children learn

a new

math skill

how to

work with others

a new

word

how to

make friends

ROCK AND ENROLL IN CITY SCHOOLS’ PRE-K & K

Parent Testimonials

The Pre-K/K teachers at Gardenville have not only taught my children the important building blocks for learning but have also become an integral part of their social development. The school and teachers offer so much of themselves. My sons are thriving at Gardenville, and I look forward to many more years of education.”

- S. Ford (2024)  

   Gardenville Elementary Parent

This is my child's second year at Johnston Square Elementary; she is now in Kindergarten ... I love the thoughtful attention each child is provided with at Johnston Square. The teachers truly care about each child; they develop genuine connections with their students, and they know their interests, their families, and how to best teach them. I see this when my child talks about their day when she talks about her teachers, and through my communication with her teacher as well.

- C. Moore (2024)  

   Johnston Square Elementary School Parent

My daughter loves everything about her hands-on learning experience here at Leith Walk. She has opened up so much since attending school. The curriculum and learning material that is presented to them is extraordinary. I personally watch the kids enjoying this experience of learning. My child comes home every day happy to share what she learns.”

- T. McCullough (2024)  

   Leith Walk Elementary/Middle School Parent

I was nervous about sending my son to Commodore John Rodgers because he is type 1 diabetic. The school nurse and staff are extremely supportive and knowledgeable about diabetes. I feel safe when my son goes to school because I know he is well taken care of.”

- P. Martin (2024)  

   Commodore John Rogers Parent

Registration

As free, all-day pre-K becomes accessible to more students, there are a few changes this year. Because of changes to the income requirements, many more families will now qualify for early enrollment in pre-K.

Important Dates

  • Key Application Dates

    • April 2 – May 15: Round 1 application window for all priority groups

      applying to pre-K and kindergarten.

    • May 31: Round 1 families will begin receiving placement notifications

    • June 3 – July 15: Round 2 application window for pre-K and kindergarten families

    • August 2: Round 2 families will begin receiving placement notifications

  • Other Important Dates

    • April 2- May 15: Window to apply for Early Admissions Testing for kindergarten and 1st grade

    • June 3 – August 2: Summer enrollment/transfer window for new and current families

    • August 1 – August 16: Application window for families seeking pre-K waivers

    • August 26: First day of the 2024-25 school year!



      *All dates are subject to change.