Pre-Kindergarten

Families want to know what their child must know to be prepared for kindergarten. They are a child’s first – and most important – teacher.

Whether your child goes to preschool or not, this guide will help you understand the most important content (knowledge & skills) your child should know to be ready for Kindergarten and ways you can support their learning.

Before You Start…

Help your child succeed (and love) school this year! Like a game, have your child take this quick online quiz to see how they are doing in reading and math.

Then, explore our resource for more information about grade-level expectations, examples of student work, and activities to support learning.

All children must have a pre-kindergarten screening with the school district. It is good to have this screening when your child is 3 years old. It is free & available to all children. To find the nearest screening location, call 651-582-8412. The screening helps children feel ready for kindergarten. It can help families find new ways for their child to learn and grow.

English Language Arts for Pre-K Students

Expectations for Students
Preschool student

Expectations for Students

Activities to Support Learning

Activities to Support Learning

Mathematics for Pre-K Students

Expectations for Students

Expectations for Students

Activities to Support Learning

Activities to Support Learning

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Tips for Talking to Teachers

A strong relationship between families and teachers is key to ensuring students have what they need to succeed. Parent involvement not only leads to higher grades and test scores, but also helps students develop self-confidence, motivation, and social skills. Knowing what questions to ask at school visits and parent-teacher conferences can help you feel confident when it comes to addressing your child’s’ academic needs.