Kindergarten
About Kindergarten
Kindergarten is a special time in the life of a young child. Saskatoon Public Schools are open to all children and dedicated to embracing every student in a welcoming and safe environment. We understand the importance of early learning. Our kindergarten classes are small to encourage individualized education and include a strong literacy component.
If your child will be 5 years old by Dec. 31, 2026, they can start kindergarten in September 2026.
- Kindergarten Programming at Saskatoon Public Schools (an interview with educational consultants, Pearl Bayda & Kendra Woiden)
Kindergarten Programs at Saskatoon Public Schools
We recognize that families have differing needs. We offer multiple kindergarten schedules:
- Full day, alternating days
- Half day, every day
- Full day, every day
We also have a diverse range of specialized kindergarten programs, including:
- French Immersion
- Michif Early Learning
- Montessori Casa
- Nêhiyâwiwin Cree Language and Culture
- Nature-Based Learning
For a complete list of schools offering kindergarten, click here.
Full Day, Every Day Kindergarten
We're especially proud to offer Full Day, Every Day Kindergarten at 25 schools for 2026-27. Since 2019, this program has been made possible through the generous support of the Saskatoon Public Schools Foundation.
Full Day, Every Day Kindergarten spaces are limited. For this reason, the spaces are first offered to families that reside in the school catchment area. If there are spaces remaining, they are available on a first come first served basis. Some schools do maintain a waiting list.
As of September 8, 2026, the following schools still had Full Day, Every Day Kindergarten spaces available:
- Brevoort Park
- Forest Grove
- Howard Coad
- John Lake
- King George
- Lester B. Pearson
- Mayfair
- Sutherland
- Vincent Massey
- wâhkôhtowin
- Westmount
- W.P. Bate
Register
To register online for the 2026-2027 school year, click here. Families can also call or visit their school of choice to register.
Note: Families interested in Full Day, Every Day kindergarten will need to will need to apply for the program. The application is included in the online registration form above. Application to Full Day, Every Day kindergarten does NOT guarantee entry into the program. Applications are reviewed by a school team and priority is given to children who reside in the school catchment area (neighbourhood) and who require additional time to develop kindergarten readiness skills.
Transportation
Contact your school to find out if transportation is available for your location. When a student qualifies for transportation, parents/caregivers register for transportation through the school. Bus service is only available at the start and end of the school; there is no midday bus transportation available to/from the school. More information is available here: Transportation - Saskatoon Public Schools (spsd.sk.ca).
Kindergarten Open Houses
We host kindergarten open houses so families can tour the school facility, meet staff, and explore the different program options available. These take place during January and February at most schools.
- All About Kindergarten Open Houses (an interview with Ms. Balicki & Ms. Staff at École Dundonald School)