Kindergarten Registration
The ALCDSB Kindergarten programs focus on academic success, faith formation, and programs for children with special needs, all within a play-based learning environment. Teachers and Early Childhood Educators work together to develop your child’s natural curiosity and excitement for learning. Our schools ensure a caring and safe environment for your children, all while staying committed to the use of advanced technology in the classroom.
Ministry of Education Age of Admission
A child may be enrolled to start Junior Kindergarten in September of the calendar year in which they turn four years of age. This means that a child may been enrolled to start Junior Kindergarten in September as long as they turn four years old by December 31.
A child may be enrolled to start Junior Kindergarten in September of the calendar year in which they turn four years of age. This means that a child may been enrolled to start Junior Kindergarten in September as long as they turn four years old by December 31.
How to Register
1. Create an account on Aspen by clicking "Request an Account" within the button below.
2. Complete the pre-registration form through Aspen.
This process takes approximately 15 minutes.
3. Once submitted, contact your school for next steps.
Your school will have received your pre-registration application.
To complete your child's registration, you will be required to provide the following documentation to your school:
- Birth Certificate
- Taxation Information
- Proof of Residency
- Relevant custody documents
- Relevant medical documents
- Baptismal certificate (if available; not required)
Your child is not officially registered until you have provided all required documents.
If you have any questions about the pre-registration application, please contact your school for more information.
Please note that a student is not automatically signed up for bussing through the kindergarten registration process. See bottom of page for details.
For more information, please refer to our Admission to Catholic Schools policy.
Student Bussing
Registering for kindergarten does not automatically enrol your child for a bus to school. This process is done separately through the ALCDSB's bus partner Tri-Board Transportation. Apply for bussing here: https://triboard.ca/apply/.