Kindergarten: The First Step in a Bright Future
Starting kindergarten is a big moment — for your child and for your family. At Bloomington Public Schools, we’re here to make that first step a happy and successful one.
Each of our neighborhood schools provides a welcoming environment where young learners feel safe, cared for, and excited to come to school. Our teachers nurture curiosity and confidence while helping children grow academically, socially, and emotionally. From reading and math to art, play, and friendships, kindergarten sets the stage for a lifelong love of learning.
Children who turn 5 years old on or before September 1 of the current school year are eligible to enroll in kindergarten.
Start by exploring our Kindergarten Welcome Guide — your go-to resource for everything from registration checklists to key timelines and helpful tips.
We also invite you to join us for one of our Kindergarten Welcome Events. These events are a wonderful opportunity to visit your school, meet teachers, and learn more about what to expect on your child’s first day.
We’re excited to welcome you to the Bloomington Public Schools community — where learning begins, friendships grow, and bright futures take shape.
Get to know your new school
If your child is starting kindergarten in 2026, we encourage you to attend the kindergarten welcome event at your school. Not sure which school area you live in?
District-wide Kindergarten Preview
Virtual meeting
Nov. 3, 2025
6-7 p.m.
Hillcrest School Choice Lottery and Information Night
Enrollment information for Hillcrest
Oct. 28, 2025
6-7 p.m.
Hillcrest Community School Open House
Feb. 10, 2026
6-7 p.m.
Indian Mounds Elementary School
Jan. 29, 2026
6-7 p.m.
New Code Academy (K-12 Online School)
Virtual Information and Q&A sessions
Jan. 29, 2026
12:30-1 p.m. and 4:30-5 p.m.
RSVP Form
Normandale Hills Elementary School
Jan. 22, 2026
6-7 p.m.
Oak Grove Elementary School
Feb. 3, 2026
5-6 p.m.
Olson Elementary School
Jan. 22, 2026
6-7 p.m.
Poplar Bridge Elementary School
Jan. 27, 2026
6-7 p.m.
Ridgeview Elementary School
Feb. 5, 2026
6-7 p.m.
Valley View Elementary School
Jan. 22, 2026
6-7 p.m.
Westwood Elementary School
Feb. 5, 2026
6-7 p.m.
The state of Minnesota requires all children to be screened before entering kindergarten. If your child has participated in a Bloomington Public Schools preschool or early childhood program we should have their screening on record. If your child was screened in another district, please let us know.
- Children who have participated in a BPS community education early childhood program (ECFE, ECSE) or BPS preschool do not need to complete another online registration.
- Register online.
- Call your school if you don’t have computer access or for help with registration.
- Para ayuda en español respecto a la inscripción, llame al 952-681-6409.
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Send copies of immunization records:
- State law requires: 5 DPT, 4 Polio, 2 MMR, 3 Hepatitis B and 2 Varicella shots or the date of chickenpox disease.
- Free immunizations are available for families with no insurance or state insurance at Pond Health Commons: 952-681-6277
- Minnesota's Immunization Law Exemption Provision
Provide a copy of child’s birth certificate and proof of Bloomington residency (utility bill, etc.).
Please send the required documents by email, mail or drop off in person to our school office.