Vancouver Public Schools Open Kindergarten Enrollment for 2026-27

Applications for Choice schools and programs due by May 11

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

Vancouver Public Schools has opened kindergarten enrollment for the 2026-27 school year. Families with children who will be 5 before August 31 can choose from a variety of kindergarten options, including neighborhood schools, dual-language programs, and Choice schools. Applications for Choice schools and programs need to be submitted by May 11.

Why it matters

Providing a range of kindergarten options allows families to select the program that best meets their child's needs and learning style, supporting a strong start to their educational journey. The enrollment process also helps VPS plan for staffing and resource allocation to serve the incoming class of students.

The details

VPS offers several kindergarten options, including neighborhood schools, dual-language programs in Spanish and Mandarin, and Choice schools like Ruth Bader Ginsburg Elementary (a fully Spanish-English dual-language school), VITA Elementary (a project-based learning school), and Vancouver Home Connection (a hybrid learning environment for grades K-8). Families can attend upcoming events to learn more about the different programs and what to expect in kindergarten.

  • Kindergarten enrollment for the 2026-27 school year is now open.
  • Applications for Choice schools and programs are due by May 11, 2026.

The players

Vancouver Public Schools

The public school district serving the city of Vancouver, Washington.

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What’s next

Families who need help enrolling their child can receive in-person assistance at the VPS Welcome Center or by calling the district.

The takeaway

VPS is providing families with a variety of high-quality kindergarten options to ensure a strong start to their child's education, while also supporting community engagement and personalized learning approaches.