March 6, 2025 ~ Kindergarten enrollment for the 2025-26 school year will be held from 1-6 p.m. Thursday, April 10 in each elementary school. This is an event for parents and their future kindergartners (children who will turn 5 on or before Aug. 31). Current kindergarten students do not have class that day.

Families should bring:

• proof of residency such as a utility bill,
• information about the child’s immunizations and inoculations,
• a certified copy of the birth certificate of the child or hospital birth certificate with the attending physician’s signature and superintendent of the hospital’s signature,
• as an alternative for the child in the custody of the Secretary of Social and Rehabilitation Services, a certified copy of the court order placing the child in the custody of the secretary.

As visitors, parents must present a form of identification upon entering the building.

Families who are not sure which elementary school their child should attend may use the school locator feature on the district website. Please contact your child’s school for additional details and if you have questions about kindergarten enrollment or the enrollment process. As a reminder, state law establishes the age at which a child may enter kindergarten or first grade, and the district cannot deviate from the law. For other enrollment information, please visit the district's enrollment webpage.

“Kindergarten enrollment in April gives our future students and their caregivers a first glimpse into the kindergarten experience,” said Executive Director of Early Childhood Dr. Kim Hawkins said. “This is a wonderful opportunity for children and families to meet teachers and school staff while engaging in fun activities. This is an exciting time for families and the Olathe Public Schools staff is looking forward to partnering with families to make kindergarten an awesome experience!”