1. Student's Birth Certificate or other government issued proof of age, guardianship and citizenship (i.e. Passport)
2. Student's BC Services Card
3. Parent/Guardian Birth Certificate or Passport
4. Landed Immigrant/Permanent Resident/Refugee or Study Permit and/or Work Permit
5. If applicable, please bring custody paperwork (court documentation)
6. Proof of Parent/Guardian B.C. Residency (must provide two pieces):

• Mortgage document; or,
• signed rental agreement; or,
• property tax notice;

 AND, one of the following:

• Documentation indicating BC Residence (i.e.) current hydro bill; or,
• BC Driver's License (copy of both sides); or,
• BC Services Card (copy of both sides); or,
• Combination BC Driver's License and Services Card (copy of both sides); or,
• proof of application for BC Services Card; or,
• BC registration of an automobile; or,
• Current income tax return filed as a BC resident; or,
• home insurance

What to Bring for Student Registration Handout

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Kindergarten registration for SD8 opens January 5, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. Download the Registration form today!

Our kindergarten program creates the foundation for your child's positive learning journey - encouraging children to play and learn through a variety of experiential education opportunities to support their emotional, social, physical, intellectual and creative development.

How do I enrol my child in kindergarten?

1. Children may start kindergarten in September of the year they turn five years old.
2. You are encouraged to apply before February 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM at your neighbourhood catchment school.
3. Download the registration form and bring your child's birth certificate, proof of citizenship for the parent (your passport or birth certificate), 2 pieces of proof of home residence (1 must be mortgage or rental agreement or property tax notice, 2nd can be driver's licence or utility bill),  BC Services Card, and immunization records when registering. If applicable: please bring custody paperwork (court documentation).

Visit our School Directory, District Calendar, and busing information and the Ministry of Education and Child Care Kindergarten web page for more details. 

    Kindergarten Brochure                                      Printable Kindergarten Brochure

• Registration for out-of-catchment students will follow AP 3101: School/Program of Choice, Student Transfer and Registration Process.
• Student Transfer forms need to be completed by students transferring to a school that is not in their catchment area. Student Transfer forms are not required for students who have been attending an out-of-catchment school or an independent school, and who wish to attend their in-catchment school for 2026-2027. Registration forms and applicable information are required.
• Completed forms must be sent to your catchment school for the principal’s signature; the catchment principal will send the form to clerical staff at the requested school.
• Out-of-catchment students wishing to attend a school that their sibling attends will be prioritized before other out-of-catchment students wishing to attend that school.

• SD8 AP 3100 Appendix A: Student Registration Form
• SD8 AP 3101 Appendix A: Student Transfer Request Form
• SD8 AP 1201 Appendix B: Student Permission for Access to Information and Communications Technology - annually
• SD8 AP 1201 Appendix C: Student Media Website Consent Form - annually
• SD8 AP 1300 Appendix A: Student Consent Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy - annually
• SD8 AP 1600 Appendix F: Student Identification Emergency Release Form
• SD8 AP 2300 Appendix A: Local Neighbourhood Excursion Consent Form - annually
• SD8 AP 3204 Appendix: Request for Medication at School Form (if applicable)
• SD8 AP 3205 Appendix A: Anaphylaxis Action Plan Form (if applicable)
• SD8 AP 3205 Appendix B: Anaphylaxis Student Form (if applicable)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is considered a Legal Guardian?

A parent (with whom the child lives) or a person that is appointed as such by Court Order (a copy of the Court Order must be attached to the Student Registration Form).

When is a Student Transfer required?

When a student is transferring from their catchment school to attend a school not in their catchment area.

Is a Student Transfer Form required for kindergarten students?

If the student is registering out-of-catchment then a Student Transfer Form is required along with the Student Registration Form and required documentation.

Do I need a Student Transfer Form if a sibling has been accepted at the out-of-catchment school?

Yes, a Student Transfer Form is required and Policy 410: School Choice and Catchment and AP 1301: School/Program of Choice, Student Transfer, and Registration Process will apply.

Do I need a Student Transfer Form for Programs of Choice and what programs are considered Programs of Choice?

Yes, a Student Transfer Form is required. French Immersion, ATLAS, and Valhalla Wilderness are considered Programs of Choice.

Do I need a Student Transfer Form for DESK and Homelinks?

New students registering to School District 8 for DESK and Homelinks do not need a transfer form. Current SD8 students transferring into DESK and Homelinks will require a Student Transfer Form.

Will busing be provided to students who are attending a school out of catchment?

Students who live out of catchment are not eligible for busing, however busing may be provided if space is available on an existing route after all eligible riders have a seat on the bus. 

Who advises the parent of the decision regarding transfer requests?

Staff from the current/catchment school will contact the parent about approval or denial.