For children turning 5 by Sept. 1 of the enrolling school year.
Young 5s & Kindergarten
Welcome to Young 5s & Kindergarten at Portage Public Schools!
PPS provides school-based full-day kindergarten in each of our eight elementary schools. Young 5s is a District program and is not housed in all schools. For any school unable to house Young 5s, the children assigned to that school will attend a “sister school” and will return to their home school for Kindergarten. Read more below and watch our video to learn all about what to expect in Young 5s and Kindergarten at PPS!
KINDERGARTEN
YOUNG 5s
For children turning 5 between Sept. 2 and Dec. 1 of the enrolling school year.
EARLY CHILDHOOD
For children who turn 5 after Dec. 1 of the enrolling school year. Click here to learn more about Early Childhood at PPS.
If you have questions or concerns regarding enrollment or starting school — or are unsure about what to expect —
please contact your school to schedule a meeting.
Ready to enroll?
We are currently accepting enrollments for the 2024-25 school year. Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year opens February 15.