via the Reading Public Schools – Census data indicates you might have a child eligible to begin kindergarten or first grade in the 2024/25 school year. Beginning elementary school is an exciting milestone in your child’s development and we are eager to support families and students during this momentous time!
We look forward to welcoming your child and family into the Reading Public Schools!
Dr. Thomas Milaschewski, Superintendent of Schools
Dr. Jennifer Stys, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services
Dr. Sarah Hardy, Assistant Superintendent for Learning and Teaching
When should my child begin attending school?
To be eligible for admission to the Reading Public Schools a child must have reached the age of five on or before August 31 of the entering year to begin kindergarten or have reached the age of six on or before August 31 of the entering year to begin grade one.
Sign up for RPS Kindergarten Updates: Kindergarten Registration Information 2024-2025 Google Form
Upcoming Events
- January 5th – Registration documents and additional information about kindergarten will be posted on the district website.
- January 9th; 7:00-8:00 pm – Virtual Kindergarten Information Session: Learn more about the Reading Public Schools, the kindergarten program, and the registration process. A Zoom link will be posted on the district website on January 5th. Sign up for email updates using the QR code to receive the Zoom link via email.
- January 31st; 6:00-7:30 pm –Kindergarten Registration Night: Drop off your registration forms and accompanying documents at Reading Memorial High School.
- Last Names beginning in A-L Attend: 6:00-6:45pm
- Last Names beginning in M-Z Attend: 6:45-7:30pm
Please reach out with questions at any point by emailing RPSStudentRegistration@reading.k12.ma.us
