Kindergarten registration for September 2022
Our Kindergarten Programs are . . .
- Flexible and responsive to individual differences
- Designed to allow children to learn in unique ways
- Supportive learning environments that promote creativity, learning through play and problem-solving
- Spaces that encourage independent thinking, connection building and understanding feelings
- Guided by a classroom teacher and early childhood educator team
It’s all students first at HPEDSB
Starting school is an exciting time for young children and their families. All our elementary schools offer Kindergarten for Year 1 (JK) and Year 2 (SK).
Quality early-learning experiences have the potential to improve children’s overall health and well-being for a lifetime. Our Kindergarten classrooms are caring, safe, inclusive and accepting learning environments that encourage children to reach their full potential. At HPEDSB, we believe that a partnership between educators and families is key to promoting the resilience and overall well-being of children.
We understand that parents/guardians want to know about their children’s learning and progress in school. We’re here to help explain what to expect.
Online Registration
Register for Kindergarten
For Junior Kindergarten (JK), children must be four years old in 2022 (born in 2018). For Senior Kindergarten (SK), children must be five years old in 2022 (born in 2017). If your child is currently in Year 1 (JK), you do not need to register again for Year 2 (SK).
Step 1
Before beginning registration, visit the website of our transportation partner Tri-Board Student Transportation Services to verify the school your child will attend. This will be your child’s home school.
Step 2
Complete the online registration form or print a paper copy.
- Online Kindergarten Registration The first time you register with HPEDSB, you will need to create an account in the Aspen Information System. Please note: At this time mobile devices/browsers are not supported for the online registration system. Please use a laptop or desktop computer to complete registration, as described in the instruction guide Instructions for registering students using the Aspen online portal (Pdf)
- If you are unable to register online, use the Printable Registration Form. Print the form, complete it, then contact the school office to arrange a day/time to drop it off and show the required documentation (listed in Step 3).
Step 3
Once online registration is completed, parents/guardians must provide the school office with copies of the following documentation:
- birth certificate* or passport as official proof of the child’s date of birth and legal name;
- immunization card;
- confirmation of the parent/guardian name and home address, such as a current Agreement of Purchase and Sale; current home phone/cable/internet invoice; current utility invoice; current property tax notice; current lease agreement; and
- legal custody orders, if applicable.
Please contact the school office to arrange a day/time to provide the required documentation.
For in-person appointments during the summer, please be aware that elementary schools are closed during July and most of August. Elementary schools will be open during the week of August 29, 2022.
*To apply for a birth certificate, follow these steps:
- If you have access to a computer and a major credit card, visit ServiceOntario to complete an on-line application. Submit the form and pay on-line using a credit card. The birth certificate will be delivered to you.
- If you do not have access to a computer, contact your local MPP’s office.
Step 4
Please complete the HPEDSB Family Questionnaire (pdf) to help us learn about your child so we can best support their transition to school. Completed questionnaires can be emailed or taken directly to schools when submitting the required documentation detailed above in Step 3.
Before and after school care
If you require before and/or after school care for your child, please complete this short Before and After School Care Form to share the details of your child care needs with your school.
List of school child care options and fees (pdf)
Kindergarten Program
Preparing for Kindergarten
Preparing for Kindergarten
Starting Kindergarten is an exciting milestone for children and their families! At Hastings & Prince Edward District School Board, we are here to guide and support you along this amazing journey.
- Express excitement and enthusiasm as you promote Kindergarten so that your child will look forward to school
- Encourage positive attitudes and habits in preparation for school such as, establishing bed-time and morning routines
- Promote oral communication by playing and talking to your child; listen to them as they speak about their experiences
- Be mindful of your child’s well-being by ask them to speak about their feelings and emotional needs
- Find opportunities for your child to interact with children their own age to develop turn taking, sharing and social skills
- Build independence and perseverance by providing opportunities to practice toileting, dressing, tidying and eating
- Read a variety of books to your child daily to encourage the love of reading and talk about the stories you read
- Support the development of your child’s fine motor skills by practicing drawing simple pictures or writing their name
- Embrace learning opportunities: Look for letters/numbers, play board games, count household objects and sing song
- Allow your child to explore and experiment in the outdoors by running, climbing and playing outside
- Provide opportunities to develop curiosity about the world, and try new experiences
- Remember, children develop and adjust differently – some children require more time and support than others
- Families who wish to inquire further about their child’s readiness for Kindergarten should contact their school principal
Additional resources
- Full Day Kindergarten: Time to Learn, Grow & Play (pdf)
- Ministry of Education – Kindergarten
- Parent Guide to Kindergarten – Ontario (pdf)
- Learning to Play and Playing to Learn – Getting Ready for Kindergarten (pdf)
- Literacy and numeracy activities for students entering Kindergarten (pdf)
- How Does Learning Happen? (pdf)
- Family Partnerships (pdf)
- Teaching Routines (pdf)
- Dressing for Kindergarten (pdf)
- Toilet Learning (pdf)
The looksee checklist is a simple, easy-to-use developmental tool designed to help monitor a child’s development from 1 month to 6 years of age, featuring a short list of “yes” or “no” questions about the child’s abilities that families can do at home.
Community Partners
Community partners
Many families benefit from child care and family support services that are offered directly within our school buildings. All programs are designed to provide children with the opportunity to learn and grow in a convenient setting that reduces transitions for children and families.
EarlyON centres offer free drop-in programs for caregivers and children from birth to 6 years old. You can learn and play with your child, meet people or get advice. EarlyON centres are open to all families in Ontario. They’re welcoming places that offer a range of services:
- Join fun activities – reading, storytelling, sing-alongs, games and more
- Get advice from professionals trained in early childhood development
- Find out about other family services in your community
- Connect with other families with young children
Child Care and Early Years programs
The following is a list of EarlyON programs available in HPEDSB schools.
School | Community Partners |
Athol-South Marysburgh Public School | The HUB Child and Family Centre
613-476-8142 |
C.M.L Snider School | The HUB Child and Family Centre
613-476-8142 |
Coe Hill School | North Hastings Children’s Services
613-332-0179 |
Deseronto Public School | Family Space Quinte Inc.
613-966-9427 |
Hermon Public School | North Hastings Children’s Services
613-332-0179 |
Kente Public School | The HUB Child and Family Centre
613-476-8142 |
Madoc Public School: CLOSED in June 2021 and students will attend Central Hastings School | |
Marmora Public School | Family Space Quinte Inc.
613-966-9427 Gateway Community Health Centre 613-478-1211 |
Massassaga-Rednersville Public School | The HUB Child and Family Centre
613-476-8142 |
Maynooth Public School | North Hastings Children’s Services
613-332-0179 |
North Trenton Public School | Family Space Quinte Inc.
613-966-9427 |
Sophiasburgh Central School | The HUB Child and Family Centre
613-476-8142 |
Trent River Public School | Family Space Quinte Inc.
613-966-9427 |
Tweed Elementary School | Family Space Quinte Inc.
613-966-9427 |
Tyendinaga Public School | Family Space Quinte Inc.
613-966-9427 |
Additional resources
Kindergarten Schools
Kindergarten schools
Learn more about Kindergarten classrooms, staff, virtual tours and important dates.
Scroll down ↓ to view a list of schools in the each school group.
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Bayside Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Frankford Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Stirling Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Foxboro Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Park Dale School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Prince Charles School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Sir John A. Macdonald School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Susanna Moodie Elementary School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Madoc Public School
CLOSED in June 2021 and students will attend Central Hastings School
Madoc Township Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Marmora Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Tweed Elementary School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Deseronto Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Harmony Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Harry J. Clarke Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Prince of Wales Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Queen Elizabeth School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Queen Victoria School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Virtual Orientation Pkg. (Pdf)
Tyendinaga Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Bird’s Creek Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Coe Hill School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Hermon Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Maynooth Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
York River Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Athol-South Marysburgh Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
C.M.L. Snider School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Kente Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Massassaga-Rednersville Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Prince Edward Collegiate Institute
Welcome to Kindergarten
Sophiasburgh Central School
Welcome to Kindergarten
North Trenton Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Prince Charles Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
Trent River Public School
Welcome to Kindergarten
V.P. Carswell Elementary School
Welcome to Kindergarten
School groups
Bayside school group
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Centennial school group
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Central Hastings school group
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Eastside school group
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North Hastings school group
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Prince Edward school group
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Trenton school group
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