Metro Nashville Public Schools

Enroll Your Student Online or In-Person Today

Today, January 27, marks the opening of kindergarten registration for the 2025-26 school year! Families living in Davidson County with children turning 5-years-old on or before August 15, 2025, can begin enrolling their little ones online or at one of Metro Nashville Public Schools' eight enrollment centers. 

Whether you are a first-time parent at MNPS, new to Davidson County or have had children in our Pre-K or kindergarten classrooms before, you will find each of the district’s 70 elementary schools provides countless opportunities, a robust and challenging curriculum and life-long friendships for Nashville’s youngest learners. 

Is Your Student Already Attending an MNPS Pre-K?

1. Registering for kindergarten is still required even if your child is currently enrolled in our Pre-K program or is applying for a school outside their zone as part of our School Options process.
2. Registration for kindergarten is just a few clicks away. Log in or create your Campus Family Portal account. If you need an access code, your child’s current school can provide a code to you.
3. Next, review your child’s existing documents, upload anything missing and submit.

Inside Our Kindergarten Classrooms

Kindergarten is an exciting milestone in your child’s educational journey. In our classrooms, we focus on nurturing the whole child, laying the groundwork for children to develop into confident learners and future leaders in the community. At MNPS, we take pride in being a part of this journey by fostering curiosity, creativity and a love of learning.

Here’s what you can expect for your kindergartener at MNPS:

• Developing Leadership Skills: Our programs help children build and refine social and emotional skills, including managing feelings, sharing materials and resolving conflicts with words—skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
• Support for All Learners: Our experienced staff of educators meet every student where they are, providing personalized support to ensure each child thrives.
• A Warm and Caring Community: Our schools provide an inclusive, welcoming environment where children form deep-rooted friendships and thrive under the guidance of dedicated teachers, principals and counselors who support them every step in their elementary school experience.

Learn More About Kindergarten

How to Enroll

Current Pre-K families are encouraged to enroll through their Campus Portal account. If your child is new to MNPS, once you have the required documents, registration is quick and easy.

Step 1

Find your child’s zoned elementary school by using the zone finder or by calling the Family Information Center at 615-259-4636.

Step 2

Gather all required documents, which include:

• Record of Birth
• Tennessee Immunization Record
• Proof of Physical
• Proof of Davidson County residency
• Parent/Guardian photo ID

Step 3

Register online by visiting the Online Registration Portal and uploading the required documents, or contact an Enrollment Center near you to make an appointment.

Questions?

For more information and support, visit the Early Learning website or contact one of our enrollment centers. We can’t wait to welcome your family!

Registration for English Learners

If another language besides English is spoken in the home, families can contact the Office of English Learners for assistance at 615-259-8608.

Families Interested in MNPS Pre-K

Pre-K application opens on March 3, 2025. Seats are limited, so we encourage families to apply during the initial application period of March 3 to 31 for the best selection chances.