Kindergarten is an exciting and important first step in your student’s education journey. At Putnam, you’ll find students supported in many ways with caring teachers and staff, positive community and classroom culture, and a safe, welcoming learning environment.

Below, you’ll find a list of frequently asked questions about Kindergarten enrollment. For specific questions, please reach out to our Registrar at (970)488-7705.

When can I register my student for Kindergarten?

Children must be 5 years old on or before Oct. 1 of the respective school year to register for kindergarten.

How do I register my student for Kindergarten?

The following documents must be received by your neighborhood school to complete the registration process.  

• Verification of child’s birth date (birth certificate, passport, baptismal certificate, military ID, original or certified copies acceptable)
• Immunization records or signed State of Colorado Exemption Certificate.
• Proof of residency (example: ID or utility bill)
• Custody paperwork, if applicable   

You can find complete information about how to register for Kindergarten on the District’s Kindergarten Registration web page.

Where is my student’s home/neighborhood school?

Please use the tools below to find your student's school, see PSD school boundaries, and where PSD schools are located.

• Find My Neighborhood School - will determine your neighborhood school and bus route information based on your address. Please click on the link, and select “Which School Do I Attend?” Enter your street address and select your student’s grade level.
• Map of Schools with Key - shows where PSD schools are located in the area.
• School Feeder System Chart - Please note PSD does not have a true feeder system. Some elementary schools feed to multiple middle schools and some middle schools feed to multiple high schools.

Can my student ride the bus?

• Transportation is provided for students to their neighborhood school, if they reside outside of a safe walking distance.
• You must apply for transportation services each year.
• Please refer to the District’s website for more information. 

Can I visit the school before registering my student?

Yes! Please call the front office at (970)488-7700 to schedule a tour. 

For additional Frequently Asked Questions, please visit Poudre School District's Kindergarten Frequently Asked Questions web page for answers to common questions.