Kindergarten Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions regarding California state law relating to kindergarten.Admission Information
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- Elementary Education Main page
Resources for those interested in the academic achievement of Kindergarten through Sixth Grades (K-6) public school students; includes transition-to-school guidance. - Universal PreKindergarten Frequently Asked Questions
- Additional FAQs regarding the fiscal requirements and the related penalties for TK are available on the CDE's Transitional Kindergarten web page.
- Kindergarten in California
California state law and information regarding admission to kindergarten. - Local Planning Council Contacts
Contact information for local child care and development planning council (LPC) representatives in each California county. - Child Development Training Consortium
Promotes high quality early education to California’s children and families by providing financial and technical assistance to child development students and professionals.

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UPK@cde.ca.gov
Last Reviewed: Friday, May 30, 2025
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