Children start learning as soon they are born. That makes you your child’s first and most important teacher, a role you will play all of their life. Every day, there are teachable moments you can use to prepare your child to be ready for school. Help them:

• Read and look at books every day
• Stick to a regular bedtime and wake-up time
• Practice counting real objects — like cereal or crayons
• Talk about their feelings and what kindergarten will be like
• Meet and play with other children their age

Starting in kindergarten, a lot of missed days can cause your child to fall behind. Send your child to school every day, unless they are sick. Attending school on a regular basis makes your child feel better about school and themselves. Setting this habit early helps your child do well in school.

Children who are 5 years old by September 30 can start kindergarten this fall. But first, they need to be registered. To register your child, you need to have the documents listed below. The links below provide more information and forms you’ll need to complete.

• Child’s official, certified birth certificate*
• Lease agreement AND one other proof of address
• School Entrance Health Form (bring anytime before the first day of school)
• Photo ID for parent or legal guardian -or- school age affidavit in accordance with state law

CHARLES CITY COUNTY

804-652-4617
Registration Information

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY

804-639-8990
Registration Information

COLONIAL HEIGHTS CITY

804-526-0321
Registration Information

DINWIDDIE COUNTY

804-469-4190
Registration Information

GOOCHLAND COUNTY

804-556-5630
Registration Information