How to Enroll Your Child in PreK or Kindergarten for the 2025–26 School Year

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Communications

Apr 10, 2025

Family and Community

Enrollment is now open for Prekindergarten (PreK) and Kindergarten for the 2025–26 school year! Whether your child is just starting school or getting ready for their next big milestone, now is the time to register and secure your spot.

Prekindergarten (PreK): What You Need to Know

PGCPS offers full-day PreK programs for children who will turn four years old on or before September 1, 2025. These programs help build the foundation for school success by focusing on early literacy, math, social-emotional development, and more.

Important Details:

PreK is available only to students who live within the boundary of a participating school.
Classes are limited to 20 students and follow the bell schedule of the assigned school.
Enrollment is based on income eligibility. Families who exceed the income limits will be placed on a waitlist and considered for open seats starting in mid-September.
In addition to school-based PreK programs, PGCPS is partnering with private providers to offer free PreK for eligible three- and four-year-olds. A full list of participating providers will be shared once finalized by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE).

How to Apply for PreK:

Check Pre-K sites available through PGCPS.
- Program Sites
Apply online through ParentVUE or make an appointment at your boundary school.
- ParentVUE
Upload required documents:
- Child’s birth certificate
- Immunization records
- Proof of residency (current lease or deed plus two official mail items)
- Two current pay stubs for each parent/guardian in the household

Kindergarten Enrollment: Start Strong

If your child will be five years old on or before September 1, 2025, they should get registered for Kindergarten.

Kindergarten Overview

How to Enroll:

Register online through ParentVUE or visit your boundary school.
- ParentVUE
Submit the following documents:
- Child’s birth certificate
- Immunization records
- Proof of residency (current lease or deed plus two pieces of official mail)

Early Entrance to Kindergarten

If your child turns five between September 2 and October 15, 2025, you may apply for Early Entrance to Kindergarten. Applications must be submitted online by June 1, 2025—no exceptions. A PGCPS Student ID is required to apply, which can be requested through ParentVUE.

ParentVUE