Pennsylvania school age calculator
Pennsylvania is one of four states with no statewide kindergarten cutoff date. Each school district sets its own, typically between August 1 and September 1. Use the cutoff override field to enter your district's specific date.
Select your country and region, then choose the child's date of birth to see their grade and school timeline.
Why Pennsylvania has no statewide cutoff
Pennsylvania's Public School Code gives individual school districts the authority to set their own kindergarten enrollment cutoff date. The Philadelphia School District uses September 1; Pittsburgh uses September 1; many suburban districts also use September 1 or August 31. However, some districts use earlier dates — always confirm with your specific district before assuming September 1. Use the cutoff override in the calculator to enter your district's date.
FAQ
What is Pennsylvania's kindergarten cutoff date?
Pennsylvania has no statewide cutoff date. Each school district sets its own, typically between August 1 and September 1. Confirm with your local school district.
Is kindergarten required in Pennsylvania?
No. Pennsylvania is one of the few states where kindergarten is not compulsory. However, school attendance becomes mandatory at age 6, and most families enroll children in kindergarten at 5.