Kindergarten
GROW WITH CENTER GROVE
Start your Kindergarten Journey
Growth starts here. From the very first step inside a Kindergarten classroom, Center Grove students are surrounded by caring educators in an environment designed to foster each child’s individual learning journey. The path to an exceptional educational experience starts here with our youngest learners and we can’t wait to welcome your family!
ENROLL NOW (26-27 Enrollment opens Feb. 1)
Why Choose Center Grove?
Click the video below to hear from a Center Grove parent as she shares why her family chose Center Grove for their children - and why they love being part of this incredible school community!
Explore Kindergarten With Us!
We are proud to help all students achieve their best, starting with our skilled early education teachers in a thoughtful environment that puts learning and student safety first. We invite families to visit and explore our Kindergarten classrooms and learn what makes a Center Grove education exceptional for all students
12:1
Student to Staff
Ratio in Kindergarten Classrooms
23
Average Number of Students
in Each Class
95%
High School
Graduation Rate
1
Dedicated Parent Teacher
Organization (PTO) Per School
Steps to Enroll
Children who are 5 years old by August 1, 2026, can enroll in Kindergarten. Center Grove does not have a waiver option for incoming Kindergarten students whose birthdays fall after August 1.
- Click here to access Kindergarten Enrollment (26-27 enrollment opens February 1.)
- Have the following documents ready to upload:
✔ Your Child’s birth certificate
✔ Your child’s current immunization records
✔ Proof of residency (example: lease, utility bill) - You will receive a confirmation email when your form is received and an invitation to attend a Kindergarten assessment in late spring to complete your child’s enrollment.
Center Grove also welcomes students from outside of the district to enroll in Kindergarten. Please follow the steps above to enroll and visit our out of district webpage to learn more.
FEBRUARY
Enrollment Opens
Enrollment Opens
MARCH
KG Open Houses
APRIL
Transfer Application Windows Open
Transfer Application Windows Open
MAY
Kindergarten Assessments
JUNE
Gr. 1-12 Transfer Applicants Notified
Gr. 1-12 Transfer Applicants Notified
AUGUST 3
School Begins
Timeline
FEBRUARY 1 - Kindergarten registration opens for the 2026-27 school year
MARCH - Open Houses at all Center Grove elementary schools
APRIL - Virtual Kindergarten 101
MAY - Kindergarten Assessments begin
JULY - Classroom Assignments Shared with Parents + Back to School Socials
AUGUST 3 - First Day of School
Click the video below to hear from a Center Grove parent who shares how she stays involved in her daughters' education.
School Assignments
Find out which elementary school your neighborhood attends by using the locator tool located on our Boundaries page. If you wish to request to transfer your child from his/her assigned school, you will need to ll out a Transfer Request Application. Information about intra-district (within Center Grove) and inter-district (outside Center Grove) transfers can be found here.
Connecting With Our Community
Center Grove values parent involvement and leadership in our schools that builds connection, trust, and support between all school community members who are invested in the growth and development of our students. In short, we love when families get involved! There are many opportunities to volunteer both in and outside of the classroom - even before the school year starts!
We encourage you to connect with your future school’s PTO to learn more!
Print a Center Grove Kindergarten Coloring Book
Let the creativity start owing with our printable coloring book perfect for rising Kindergarteners. Download and print here.
Follow Along with Us
