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TK & Kindergarten

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Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten are special milestones — whether your child is starting school for the first time or moving up from preschool. Learn the differences between TK and Kindergarten and what to expect for your little one.

Both grade levels run for 3 hours and 20 minutes each day. Sac City Unified has both AM and PM classes. 

Each school location also offers before and after school care for TK and Kindergarten students. Please check each school program offerings. Before and after school care programs require a separate application to apply. 

Enrollment for both grade levels will open on Tuesday, January 13, 2025, at 8:00 a.m for the 2026-2027 school year. More information on how to enroll for the 2026-2027 school year is listed below. Need to register your student for the current 2025-2026 school year?

Transitional Kindergarten

Children who turn four years of age on or before September 1, 2026 can only enroll in TK for the 2026–2027 school year. Sacramento City Unified strictly follows California Education Code on age eligibility for entry to Transitional Kindergarten.

Class sizes are limited to 20 students and include both a teacher and an instructional aide.

Kindergarten

Children who turn five years of age on or before September 1, 2026 can only enroll in Kindergarten. Sacramento City Unified strictly follows California Education Code on age eligibility for entry to Kindergarten.