Massachusetts law requires that children entering kindergarten participate in an individual screening process.

The Worcester Public Schools will screen kindergarten students by appointment from Monday, August 25, 2025 through Wednesday, August 27, 2025.

Appointments can be made by calling the school your child is registered at after August 19, 2025.

All kindergarten students will begin school on Thursday, August 28, 2025.

Below you will find helpful resources for parents with children entering into preschool and kindergarten in Worcester Public Schools.

• Preschool Parent Handbook

• Getting Ready for School

• School Attendance Matters

• Reading Tips

• Kindergarten in Developmental Stages

• Kindergarten Screening Information