Utah Core Standards
The Utah State Board of Education approved new P-12 English Language Arts Standards
in April of 2023. These standards identify the essential literacy skills in speaking
& listening, reading, and writing.
ELA Core Guide Kindergarten
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How old does my child have to be to enter Kindergarten?
Children need to be five years of age before September 2 of the year in which admission
is sought.
Utah State Legislature's Title 53G-4-S402(6): Local School Board Powers and Miscellaneous Duties, except as provided in Title 53E-3-9: Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children.
2. When do Kindergarten classes start?
Contact your Local Education Agency (LEA) (District/Charter) for Kindergarten start
dates.
3. Can my child skip Kindergarten and attend First Grade?
If the child is 5 years old before September 2, they would enroll in Kindergarten.
Your next step is to contact your Education local agency for registration information.
4. Does my child have to attend kindergarten?
A school-aged minor must be enrolled in school. The definitions define school-age
minor as at least six years of age, but younger than 18. As Kindergarten is for age
5, it would be optional.
5. Can my child be enrolled in two Kindergarten classes?
A Kindergarten student may only enroll in one LEA at a time.
6. How long are Kindergarten classes?
A minimum of two hours per day per session in Kindergarten.
