Pre-K Applications for the 2026-2027 School Year will open on May 5, 2026 at 8 am. Please ensure the student’s original birth certificate or birth record , a copy of the student’s immunization record, two proofs of residency (rental or mortgage agreement and current utility bill), and custody order (if applicable) are attached to your application. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Kindergarten registration is now open.

AACPS provides high-quality, developmentally appropriate, early childhood programs that educate the child in an inclusive environment honoring all children's limitless potential and individual differences. 

• Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school year will open April 8, 2026 at noon.

  • To determine what the local school is for a specific address, check the School Assignment Locator.

• Pre-K Applications for the 2026-2027 School Year will open on May 5, 2026 at 8 am. Please ensure the student’s original birth certificate or birth record , a copy of the student’s immunization record, two proofs of residency (rental or mortgage agreement and current utility bill), and custody order (if applicable) are attached to your application. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

• Early Admission to Kindergarten Application for the 2026-2027 school year will open on April 8, 2026 at 12:00 pm.

AACPS provides families with the opportunity to enroll their child in the Maryland Prekindergarten Program and choose from several different settings. Prekindergarten for 4-year-olds in Anne Arundel County will be available in elementary schools and in private provider settings. A list of the private providers will be posted on this website as soon as Anne Arundel County is notified of the participating providers.  The options for private providers are based on the eligible private providers who applied and received grants to participate this year from the Maryland State Department of Education. Parents may also choose a child care program: Locate: Child Care. 

For family resources, please visit our Early Childhood Family Resource Page to find ways to help engage your child in all all areas of development.