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In preparation for the start of the 2018-19 public school year on August 6, HIDOE reminds parents to plan ahead and enroll their children in kindergarten early. Kindergarten is mandatory in the State of Hawaii.
Children must be 5 years old on or before July 31 to enter kindergarten in the upcoming school year. Children who turn 5 on August 1 or later must enroll in the following school year.
HONOLULU – In preparation for the start of the 2018-19 public school year on August 6, the Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) reminds parents to plan ahead and enroll their children in kindergarten early. Kindergarten is mandatory in the State of Hawaii.
Children must be 5 years old on or before July 31 to enter kindergarten in the upcoming school year. For example, children who are 5 years old by July 31, 2018, may enroll for the 2018-19 school year. Children who turn 5 on August 1 or later must enroll in the following school year.
The main kindergarten registration period begins February 1 through 16, 2018, to allow schools the time to process registration forms before the March 1 geographic exception deadline. Kindergarten registration will continue throughout the school year as needed.
Parents whose children attended kindergarten outside of Hawaii or at a private school in the 2016-17 school year can discuss enrollment options with their home school. With many possible placement scenarios, the final decision for a child's placement will be based on the principal's discussions with parents and the appropriate teaching staff.
For more information about enrolling in kindergarten in the State of Hawaii, please visit our webpage on kindergarten and Frequently Asked Questions. Parents should also visit the Enrolling in School page to be sure they have the necessary documents to enroll their child, including birth certificate, tuberculosis clearance, a completed student health record and proof of current address.
Parents of children younger than the mandatory kindergarten age have several educational options, such as pre-school at a private provider or pre-kindergarten classes available at 19 select schools statewide. Visit our Early Learning webpage for more details on pre-kindergarten programs.
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