Enrollment

Welcome to Rockingham County Schools! Ready to Enroll?

It’s almost time to board for kindergarten!  RCS Kindergarten Registration for the 2026–2027 school year begins March 30, 2026.  Seats are available for students who will be 5 years old on or before August 31, 2026.  To help ensure a smooth registration experience, families are encouraged to plan early and begin gathering the documents needed to complete the kindergarten boarding process.  Scan the QR code below to learn more about the registration process and where/how to register.

Steps to Enroll:

Immunization Requirements:

Early Kindergarten Admission:

In 1997, the North Carolina General Assembly passed House Bill 1099, allowing a child who turns four on or before April 16 to be considered for early entry into kindergarten, provided the child demonstrates an extraordinary level of academic ability and maturity. To determine eligibility, the school principal will convene a committee of educational professionals to review each individual case. The following criteria will be considered during the decision-making process:

  • Aptitude

  • Achievement

  • Performance

  • Observable Student Behavior

  • Motivation to Learn

  • Student Interests

To qualify, your child must be evaluated by a certified, licensed psychologist. Please note that the cost of all testing is the responsibility of the parent or guardian. Additional details about the evaluation process and eligibility criteria can be found in the application linked below.

RCS Early Kinder Admission Application

K101 Quick Links

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Kindergarten Registration Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)