Kindergarten Registration 2023– Alex Hope Elementary
Alex Hope Elementary welcomes new Kindergarten students to our school community. Our teachers and staff are eager to meet your child and your family and get them started on their learning journey.
Registration opens January 16, 2023 and continues through until March 31, 2023. Registration will not be available at the school during Spring Break from March 13-24, 2023.
Please review the following information outlining documents needed and instructions to help register new learners. If you have any general questions about Kindergarten registration, please contact the school by phone: 604-888-7109 or email Mrs. Thorpe – cthorpe@sd35.bc.ca
You will need to produce the following documents:
- Proof of age (Birth Certificate, Certificate of citizenship (both sides), court order, Immigration Canada documents, passport, Secure Certificate of Indian Status (SCIS), also known as Status Card)
- Proof of Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status for both student and parent (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Passport, Canadian Citizenship Card, Landed Immigrant documentation, Permanent Resident documentation/cards, Certificate of Indian Status (SCIS), also knows as Status Card)
- Proof of residence (mortgage papers, Property Tax Notice, BC Driver’s Licence, Photo BC Services Card, subject-free purchase agreement [less than 6 month move-in date], utility bill)
- Current vaccination records (school does not retain a copy)
- Registration Form (also available on District website and child’s school)
You will need to do the following:
- Complete registration form (fillable pdf) and have documents ready. See above checklist.
- Submit documents online – please email Mrs. Thorpe – cthorpe@sd35.bc.ca and submit copies of documents as attachments and not images inserted into the body of the email. This will streamline the process for both parents/guardians and staff. Registration may be delayed if the required documentation is not provided.
- Once your child’s information has been received, you will receive confirmation from the school informing you it has been received, along with other information, and further instructions (if necessary).
We will be sending a ‘Welcome to Kindergarten’ package with valuable information and dates to get you and your family ready for September. There will be a “Welcome to Kindergarten” event but at this time the date is to be determined.
We look forward to meeting all our future Alex Hope Gators.
General Langley School District Kindergarten Registration Information:
Kindergarten Registration
The Langley School District welcomes new kindergarten students to our schools. Our teachers and staff are excited to meet your family. All children who will be five years old by December 31, 2023 (children born in 2018) are eligible for the Kindergarten program beginning September 5, 2023. Registration for Kindergarten will begin on the third Monday in January of the year for which the child is eligible. This year registration begins on Monday, January 16, 2023.
If you still need to register for the 2022-2023 school year, please contact your catchment school.
If you require translation assistance to help with registration, the District’s Settlement Workers in Schools department will be offering presentations in multiple languages. See information here.
Please review the following information outlining documents needed and instructions to help register new learners. To find your child’s catchment school, use our school locator tool here.
It is important to note, children who have been accepted into Kindergarten entry at a District Choice Program for the 2023-2024 school year do not need to register at their catchment school.
If you have any general questions about kindergarten registration, please contact your catchment school or the District by emailing feedback@sd35.bc.ca.
You will need to produce the following documents:
- Proof of age (Birth Certificate)
- Proof of Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status for both student and parent (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Passport, Canadian Citizenship Card, Landed Immigrant documentation, Permanent Resident documentation/cards)
- Proof of residence (mortgage papers, Property Tax Notice, BC Driver’s Licence, Photo BC Services Card, subject-free purchase agreement [less than 6 month move-in date], utility bill)
- Current vaccination records* (school does not retain a copy)
- Registration Form (also available at child’s school)
You will need to do the following:
- Complete registration form (attached fillable pdf) and have documents ready. See above checklist. To ensure accuracy, filling out the form electronically is preferred over handwritten submissions.
- Submit documents online via email to the school. Please visit your school’s website for specific instructions.
- If you require additional support, contact your catchment school to seek help with accommodating your needs.
If you have arrived in Canada with a work permit, study permit or visitor record, you will need to contact the School District Office at:
- 604-534-7891 or
- wpsp@sd35.bc.ca
For information on registering students in grades 1 –12, please visit our page here.
*Helpful resources regarding vaccination records from Immunize BC:
I don’t know if my child has been vaccinated – how can I find out?
I don’t have my child’s immunization record – how do I get a copy?
Cross Boundary Registration
To register your child in a kindergarten program outside of your catchment area, please contact your catchment school and follow the process outlined for Cross Boundary Registration.
Important Information Regarding Application to Programs of Choice
Online Application – All Parents Letter – August 29, 2016
Choice Program Children who are currently on the District Master List
Family Accident Reimbursement Plan Voluntary Insurance
Families have the option of purchasing insurance for their child/children through the Family Accident Reimbursement Plan Voluntary Insurance. Enrolment in the program can be done online. For more information and to apply for coverage, visit this page here: https://www.solutionsinsurance.com/aonbc.
Read our Kindergarten Brochure.
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