Applications are closed for Transitional Kindergarten for the 2023-24 school year.
Transitional Kindergarten
Transitional Kindergarten is a free, full-day early learning program

Transitional Kindergarten allows kids to begin kindergarten early. Students will participate in an extended kindergarten experience this year and then complete a full year of kindergarten during the following school year. A certificated teacher and a paraeducator will teach the class.
Why apply
Transitional Kindergarten is a time for children to explore and begin to find their place within a new environment as they start their transition to school. They develop critical social and academic skills that launch them toward success.
Who is eligible
Students who meet the following criteria:
- Will be 5 years old by Aug. 31, 2024
- Need extra help getting ready for kindergarten
- Live within Vancouver Public Schools’ boundaries.
How to apply
We will accept applications through an online form, and will notify families of admission decisions in late September. Due to limited enrollment, we cannot accept every child into the Transitional Kindergarten program.
Immunization requirements
Transitional Kindergarten students must be up-to-date on all required immunizations prior to beginning the program. Find out what immunizations are required in Washington state for kindergarten.
