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Monterey Peninsula Unified School District

Making a difference in the lives of every student on the Peninsula.

Transitional Kindergarten & Kindergarten

Transitional Kindergarten (TK) & Kindergarten

Transitional kindergarten and kindergarten are offered at all school sites (NOTE: Register early. Space is limited to availability and a student may be transferred to another school should space not be available).

Kindergarten: Turns 5 by September 2 of the Academic School Year

Transitional Kindergarten: Turns 5 between September 2 and September 1 of the Academic School Year

To view the California Education Code for Kindergarten enrollment. Click on the following link: 

Birthday Cut Off Dates:

What's Needed:

  • New Student Registration Form (English or Spanish)
  • Emergency Contact Form (English or Spanish)
  • Proof of Residence (Lease agreement, utility bill, etc.)
  • Proof of child's age - Prior to admission of a child to kindergarten or first grade, proof of the child's age is required. Evidence of the child's age may include: a certified birth certificate or a statement by the local registrar or county recorder certifying the date of birth, a duly attested baptism certificate, or a passport. When none of the foregoing is obtainable, the parent/guardian may provide any other appropriate means of proving the age of the child.
  • Immunization record - Immunization records (or shots) must be completed prior to enrolling in transitional kindergarten, kindergarten or if a first-time student in the district. (Shots Required for K-12)
  • Oral Health Assessment (if enrolling in public school for the first time - transitional kindergarten, kindergarten or 1st grade)
  • Proof of physical examination (If enrolling in kindergarten or 1st grade; physical exam must be conducted within 18 months upon entering 1st grade) 

Where:
Pick up or drop off registration packets to your school site of residence. Forms also available for download.

Flyer advertising preschool, transitional kindergarten, and kindergarten programs.

A colorful flyer with text promoting a preschool program.