Eau Claire Public Schools looks forward to working with you as your child prepares to begin his or her school journey. We recognize that success in kindergarten and throughout the elementary years is based on social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. Regardless of a child’s entrance age, developmental ages and abilities vary considerably. With that in mind, each child who is preparing to enter kindergarten must go through a screening process. This gives our school staff insight on your child’s strengths and areas he or she may need support in as he or she transitions to school. Early awareness of these strengths and weaknesses helps us develop the best educational plan for your child. 

What do I need to register my child for Kindergarten?

To register your child for kindergarten you will need an original birth certificate or birth affidavit (with raised seal), immunization records, drivers license or state ID, three proofs of residency and a completed physical form. A checklist, physical form, and other helpful documents can be found here. If you have all of the required paperwork we will be able to register your child during Kindergarten Round-Up.

Please bring the following documents to Round-up
All documents must be presented before your child can be assigned a teacher for September

Required:

• 3 Proofs of residency

• Parent/guardian valid photo ID

• Child’s Original Birth Certificate (with raised seal)

• Immunization Records

• Current Physical Record

• Registration Packet

If applicable:

• Custody Papers

• Foster Care Letter

• Current IEP

• Pre-school Report Card

Other Information
To enroll in our  Young-Five or Kindergarten program, your child must be five (5) years of age on or before September 1 of their enrollment year.