Simcoe County District School Board

To be eligible for attendance in September, your child must be 4 years of age by December 31 of that year. This means that if your child’s birthday is between September and December, they will start school just before their fourth birthday.

Simcoe County’s elementary public schools will be registering children for Junior and Senior Kindergarten classes in mid January. Contact your local public school for registration information.

To find your local public school, use our School Search feature. If you are not sure which school serves your area, please call our Planning and Enrolment Department at 705-734-6363, ext. 11291, or 905-729-3600, ext. 11291.

Birthdate Documentation: Proof of birthdate (original Canadian birth certificate, Certificate of Canadian Citizenship, Canadian Passport, Permanent Resident Card/Record of Landing, or Statement of Live Birth – long version).

Residential Address: Proof of your child's address.

Below is a list of appropriate pieces of documentation that a parent/guardian may present to verify address:

- property tax assessment
- lease/rental agreement
- ownership title
- proof of purchase agreement for the primary residence
- utility bill in the name of the parent(s)/guardian(s)
- letter of residency
- statutory declaration

Record of Immunization: A record of immunization is also requested to assist the District Health Unit in meeting its requirement under the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) to collect and maintain immunization records for every child registered in school. For further immunization details, contact the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit by dialing 1-877-721-7520.

Yes, you can view the list on the child care programs page.

Kindergarten is a play-based educational program where children explore, discover and learn about the world around them. It is our aim to engage children’s curiosity, imagination and creativity, and help them develop a love of learning. The full Kindergarten program can be found on the Ontario Ministry of Education's website.

During the summer, the Simcoe County Student Transportation Consortium (SCSTC) hosts the First Rider Programs in various locations throughout the County for primary-aged students new to busing. For more information on transportation, visit the SCSTC website.

There are many great ways to get your child excited about Kindergarten. This process begins at home well before the first day of school. Read our parent information booklet Wonderful Journey of Learning, which has tips on how to get ready for Kindergarten.

EarlyON Child and Family Centres in Simcoe County have also developed a number of resources providing early learning activities for children, helpful links and a list of suggested books and songs.

Additional valid documentation is required to register visa/foreign students. Families of Kindergarten students new to Canada are invited to contact our Newcomer Welcome Centre at 705-725-8360, ext. 45160.