23/01/2026
Early Registration for SY 2026-2027
January 31 to February 27,2026
Age Cutoff for Kindergarten Learners❗
For School Year 2026–2027 and beyond, as provided in the updated DepEd Order:
📌Standard Admission
👉Children must be five (5) years old on or before October 31, 2026.
Enrollment Process❗
1. Submission of Requirements
👉Birth Certificate
👉Certificate of Completion/Attendance (required only for children with birthdays from November 1–December 31 using the ECCD option)
2. ECD Checklist Assessment (if applicable)
👉Administered by Kindergarten teachers
👉Assesses the child’s readiness for Kindergarten
👉The accomplished checklist becomes part of the learner’s permanent school records
3. School Admission Decision
👉School accepts child if they meet age eligibility or pass ECD assessment
4. Teacher Support
👉Kindergarten teachers are trained to manage and support learners with varying readiness levels
✅ Key Points
👉The October 31 age cutoff is strictly followed for standard admission.
👉Learners with November–December birthdays may still enroll if they:
👉Completed an ECCD program, or
👉Passed the ECD Checklist.
This policy ensures that no child is denied access to Kindergarten solely due to a late birthday.
