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Welcome to Alameda Unified School District!

On behalf of AUSD’s Educational Services team, we welcome you to our school community. This is an exciting time for your child and for you, and we are excited to meet you!

Transitional Kindergarten (TK) is the first of a two-year kindergarten experience for students who turn 4 on or by September 1, 2026. This year provides provides a developmentally appropriate curriculum focused on social-emotional skill-building and is taught by credentialed teachers.

AUSD uses the state-mandated California eligibility dates for placement. There are no exceptions.

For the 2026-2027 school year, six AUSD schools will offer TK programs for students. Since TK is not offered at every school site, we cannot guarantee that your child's TK year will be in their home school.  We do  make every effort to place your student in the TK program closest to your home, however, given space availability. The schools below are offering TK programs.

 

Bay Farm School  Earhart Elementary School  Love Elementary School  OTIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Paden Elementary School  Ruby Bridges Elementary School

Frequently Asked Questions About TK