Georgia school age calculator
Georgia uses September 1 as the kindergarten cutoff. Children must turn 5 by September 1 to start kindergarten that fall. Enter your child's birthday to check eligibility.
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Georgia kindergarten and Pre-K rules
Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 20-2-150) sets September 1 as the kindergarten cutoff. Uniquely, Georgia has one of the most generous universal Pre-K programs in the US — Georgia's Pre-K Program is available to all 4-year-olds regardless of income, making Georgia one of only a handful of states offering truly universal (income-blind) Pre-K. The Pre-K year uses an August 1 cutoff: children must turn 4 by September 1 of the program year.
FAQ
What is Georgia's kindergarten cutoff date?
September 1. Children must turn 5 on or before September 1 to enroll in kindergarten that fall.
Does Georgia have free Pre-K?
Yes. Georgia's Pre-K Program is a state-funded, universal pre-kindergarten available to all Georgia 4-year-olds, regardless of family income. It is one of the most comprehensive universal Pre-K programs in the US.