Local Preschool and Kindergarten Enrollment Options
If you are looking forward to learning more about where your child will attend preschool or Kindergarten next year, look no further. We have gathered all the local information and events coming up to help you get your child enrolled in preschool or Kindergarten for the 2024-25 school year.
Kindergarten & Preschool Information
Acacia Academy
1476 E. 400 South, Kokomo, IN 46902
(765)457-5545
While Kindergarten Round Up and Open Houses at Acacia Academy were held in February, families can still take advantage of the daily tours that are offered at 11 a.m. by appointment. Contact the school office by phone or email (acacia@acaciaacademy.org) to set up and appointment or find more information about Acacia Academy
The Children’s Christian Academy
ConneXion Church 700 E. Southway Blvd, IN 46902 | (765)456-1550
https://childrenschristianacademy.org/ | ariverstcca@gmail.com
Enrollment is now open to the public for the 2024-2025 school year at The Children’s Christian Academy (TCCA). TCCA offers Preschool classes for children ages 3-5. Children must be potty trained to qualify for preschool classes. Elementary classes for grades K-4 will be available next year as well. Everyone is excited for the new larger facility at The ConneXion Church. For more information contact the school by phone or email or check out the school website or Facebook page for updates.
Eastern Elementary School
Fun Night Open House
Wednesday, March 20 | 6-7:30 p.m.
Eastern Elementary School | (765) 628-7866
308 S. Harrison St, Greentown, IN 46936
If you have a child that will be 5 years old by August 1, 2024, and are considering that they attend Eastern Elementary School, you can complete this survey to receive more information about attending school at Eastern this fall. In addition to the Open House on March 20, Parent Information Night will be held on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 beginning at 6 PM in the cafeteria.
Kokomo School Corporation
Kokomo Kid Quest Early Education Fair
Wednesday, March 6 | 5-7 p.m.
Memorial Gymnasium
200 S. Apperson Way, Kokomo, IN 46901
Explore the Wildcat Way and attend this year’s Early Education Fair at the Memorial Gymnasium on Wednesday, March 6. There will be freebies, learning activities, and administration or staff on site from each school.Families with students interested in attending preschool through second grade are welcome to visit. Kokomo School Corporation offers Preschool for 3 and 4-year-olds with both half and full day options. Children must be 5 years old on or before Aug. 1, 2024 to be eligible for Kindergarten. Complete your enrollment on the KSC website to be able to select a screening date and time.
Northwestern and Howard Elementary Schools
April 19, 2024 | By Appointment Only
Northwestern Elementary School | (765)454-2335
4223 W. 350 North, Kokomo, IN 46901 OR
Howard Elementary School | (765)457-8101
3526 N. 300 East, Kokomo, IN 46901
You can contact the school for more information about pre-registering for Kindergarten Round Up at Northwestern Elementary School or Howard Elementary School held on April 19, 2024. Pre-registration will ensure you secure an appointment and receive additional communication regarding the parent information meeting and important documents to bring with you. Appointments for Kindergarten Round Up will be scheduled every 30 minutes throughout the day. Transfer applications are now available and will be reviewed at the April 11 school board meeting. To qualify for Kindergarten enrollment, a child must be 5 years of age on or before August 1, 2024.
Redeemer Lutheran School
705 E. Southway Blvd., Kokomo, IN 46902 | (765)864-6466
https://www.redeemerlutheranschoolkokomo.org/
Redeemer Lutheran School hosted their annual open house in February, but you can still contact the school by phone at (765)864-6466 to schedule an appointment and gather information about the school and enrollment process. You can find more information about Redeemer Lutheran School and their enrollment application on the school website.
St. Joan of Arc and St. Patrick’s School
St. Joan of Arc Campus | 3155 S. 200 West Kokomo, In 46902
St. Patrick Campus | 1230 N. Armstrong St., Kokomo, In 46091
https://www.stsjp.org/ | (765)469-4769
Sts. Joan of Arc & Patrick School is comprised of two campuses. Students from preschool through first grade are at the St. Patrick campus, located at 1230 N. Armstrong. Students in second through eighth grade are at the St. Joan of Arc campus at 3155 S. 200 West (South Dixon Road). To schedule a tour online please go to www.stsjp.org/tour or call Brandi Roswog at 765-434-3442. Current STSJP students can priority enroll for the next school year by completing this form by March 17.
Western Primary School
Kindergarten Round Up | By Appointment Only
Wednesday, March 6
Western Primary School - Door A
2671 S. 600 West, Russiaville, IN 46979
If you’re interested in learning more about attending Kindergarten at Western Primary School, you can sign up for an appointment to attend Kindergarten Round Up using this link. Children must be 5 years old before August 1, 2024 to be enrolled in Kindergarten. You can contact the school by phone at (765) 883-5528 for more information.
Preschool Information
Chapel Hill Preschool
2600 W Alto Road, Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 453-4602 | sallen@chapelhillcc.net
https://www.chapelhillcc.church/copy-of-chapel-hill-preschool
For more information contact the school by phone at (765)453-4602 or visit their Facebook page for updates.
Jerome Christian Church Preschool
Open House
Thursday, March 7, 2024 | 6-7:30 p.m.
9535 E. 100 South, Greentown, IN 46936 | (765) 628-3126
https://www.jeromecc.org/jerome-christian-preschool.html
You’re invited to visit Jerome Christian Church (JCC) Preschool for their Spring Open House on Thursday, March 7 from 6-7:30 PM.There you’ll have the chance to ask questions, tour the school, and meet teachers/staff. JCC Preschool has classes for children ages 2-5 and enrollment officially opens to the public on March 7. You can complete an enrollment application and find more information on the Jerome Christian Church Website.
South Creek Preschool
5937 S. Park Road Kokomo, IN 46902
jenna@southcreek.church | (765) 457-8682
South Creek Preschool offers half-day AM and PM classes for children ages 2-5, days of the week are determined by which class you select during enrollment. Public enrollment begins on Friday, March 1. You can find additional information by contacting the school Director-Jenna Mercer by phone or email. Applications are available in the office or you can download and print an application from the Southcreek website.
The Little School at First EPC
2000 W. Jefferson St., Kokomo, IN 46901 | (765)868-2558
https://firstepc.com/little-school/ | littleschool@firstepc.com
The Little School at First EPC will have open enrollment for preschool classes beginning March 1. Preschool classes are offered for children ages 2-5. You can schedule a tour and find more information by contacting the school by phone or email. Many details, including an online registration form are available on The Little School website and Facebook page as well.
We do our best to give you all the information, but there are many options for youth to attend preschool or elementary school in and around Howard County, contact Alli by email alli@thekokomopost.com to be sure we don’t miss out on your special events.