2026-2027 Age Requirements for Enrollment
The Fortuna Elementary School District follows the California Education Code (Sections 48000 and 48010) for Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten enrollment. Proof of age is required for all students enrolling in the district.
The district does not allow early admission for children who do not meet the state-defined age requirements for TK or Kindergarten, as described in Board Policy 6170.1 and Administrative Regulation 5111.
Eligibility cutoffs (September 1, 2026)
- Kindergarten: Child must turn 5 on or before September 1, 2026.
- Transitional Kindergarten (TK): Child must turn 4 on or before September 1, 2026.
Enrollment Age Requirements – FAQ
My child will turn five on September 2. Can they go to Kindergarten?
To start Kindergarten, students must be five years old on or before September 1, 2026.
My child’s birthday is close to the cutoff. Can I choose TK instead of Kindergarten (or vice versa)?
Placement is based strictly on state-defined birthdate ranges. Families cannot choose to place a child in TK instead of Kindergarten—or Kindergarten instead of TK—if the child does not meet the required age range.
We just moved from another country. My child is old enough for 3rd Grade, but did not finish 2nd Grade at their last school. Can they be in 2nd Grade?
Children must be enrolled in the grade that matches their age.
