Important Information
Transitional Kindergarten
Please Note: While we still have limited availability in our Transitional Kindergarten program, we will not be screening or enrolling additional families until mid to late August. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Eligibility for Transitional Kindergarten:
- The child must be 4 years of age prior to August 31, and not yet 5 years old;
- The child is not currently enrolled in an early learning program, such as: licensed childcare, preschool, co-op preschool, ECEAP, Head Start, etc. (full or part-time);
- The child resides within the attendance boundaries of the Ferndale School District.
- The child demonstrates learning and/or social-emotional needs through a screening process;
- Priority will be given to children in most need who have had little or no access to an early learning experience.
Program Details:
- Located at each of our five elementary schools
- Schedule: Follows the school district calendar
- Bus transportation can be provided for those who meet district boundary guidelines
If you have any questions, please email our Executive Director of Teaching and Learning, Kellie Larrabee, at kellie.larrabee@ferndalesd.org.
Click below to express your interest in Ferndale School District’s Transitional Kindergarten program for the 2025-26 school year. Please note that submitting this form indicates your interest but does not guarantee enrollment, as implementation of the program is contingent upon receiving state funding. We encourage families to submit their interest forms as soon as possible while also making alternative plans for the 2025-26 school year.