Grades K-5

Wyandotte Public Schools recognizes that every child develops at their own pace. Our Kindergarten and Young Fives programs are designed to provide engaging, supportive learning experiences that foster confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. The District offers two full-day early learning options designed to meet the developmental needs of young learners: Kindergarten and Young Fives. Both programs support academic growth, social-emotional development, and a smooth transition into elementary school.

Young Fives

The Young Fives program provides the “gift of time” for children who benefit from an additional year of growth before entering the faster pace of traditional kindergarten. It serves as a bridge between preschool and kindergarten in a structured, supportive environment.

The Young Fives program is a full-day program, Monday through Friday. It utilizes smaller class sizes and an intentionally slower-paced curriculum to ensure every child feels supported.

At the core of the program is an emphasis on social, emotional, and behavioral growth, helping students build essential life skills like independence, problem-solving, confidence, and self-regulation. Learning is primarily play-based and hands-on, allowing children to explore early literacy, numeracy, and fine motor development in an engaging, pressure-free environment. To round out the experience, students also enjoy weekly specials, including music, art, library, and physical education, providing a well-rounded foundation for their future academic journey.

Kindergarten

WPS Kindergarten is a full-day, academically focused program that builds strong foundations in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning while preparing students for first grade.

Kindergarten emphasizes language development, early literacy with explicit phonics instruction, mathematics including numeracy, problem-solving, and geometry, and social emotional learning.

Young Fives and Kindergarten Eligibility

Placement is primarily determined by birthdate, with screening available to support families who are uncertain about the best placement.

  • If a child turns five on or before June 1, enroll in Kindergarten.
  • If a child turns five between June 1 and September 1, enroll in Young Fives or Kindergarten. A District developmental screening process can assist in selecting the appropriate program.
  • If a child turns five between September 2 and December 1, enroll in Young Fives. A District developmental screening process is required to enroll a child in Kindergarten with this birthdate. A child will also require a waiver to enroll.
  • If a child turns five after December 1, enroll in Preschool.

Developmental Screening

District developmental screening is required for children who turn five after September 1. During the screening, a child participates in age-appropriate activities that provide insight into academic, social, emotional, and developmental readiness. Screening is not pass or fail and is used solely to support placement decisions. Families must register online or in person to be scheduled for a screening. The screening takes approximately thirty minutes.

Registration

Registration for Young Fives and Kindergarten can be completed online or in person at the Wyandotte Board of Education, 639 Oak Street, Wyandotte, MI 48192.

Required Documentation

The following documentation is required during the enrollment process. 

  • Student Birth Certificate The registrant must be listed on the birth certificate or an alternate legal document must be provided.
  • Student Immunization Record Alternatively, a current Immunization waiver through the Wayne County Health Department is acceptable.
  • Physical or Health Appraisal This must be completed by a child's doctor or pediatrician.
  • Individualized Education Plan (IEP) (if applicable)
  • Young Fives or Kindergarten Waiver (if applicable)
  • Three Proofs of Residency, including:
    1. Parent or Guardian License or State ID with current address.
    2. Mortgage, Tax or Lease documentation showing ownership or rental. If these cannot be provided, a Residency Affidavit will have to be complete at the Board of Education Office.
    3. Additional proof of address dated within 30 days. Any household utility, phone, or insurance statement is acceptable.

Young Fives and Kindergarten Round Up

Each spring, the District holds a Kindergarten Round Up event where families can learn more about the Young Fives and Kindergarten. This is a great opportunity to meet the elementary school principals, make an appointment for screening, and get registration information. Information about this annual event communicated electronically through the District's direct messaging platform and social media.

Have Questions?

Please email wpsenroll@wy.k12.mi.us or call 734-759-6014 for more information.

Wyandotte Public Schools has four elementary school buildings that house students in Kindergarten through 5th grades. Schools are assigned to specific geographic areas based on residence.

Schools

Each school offers core classes along with Art, Library, Music, and Physical Education.

Our schools include:

  • Garfield Elementary
  • Jefferson Elementary
  • Monroe Elementary
  • Washington Elementary

Registration

Registration is available online through early Spring or in person all year at the Wyandotte Board of Education, 639 Oak Street, Wyandotte, MI 48192.

Required Documentation

The following documentation is required during the enrollment process. 

  • Student Birth Certificate - registrant MUST be listed on birth certificate or alternate legal documentation must be provided
  • Student Immunization Record - alternatively, a current Immunization Waiver through the Wayne County Health Department
  • Individualized Education Plan (IEP) - if applicable
  • 3 Proofs of Residency Including:
    1. Parent/Guardian License or State ID with current address
    2. Mortgage, Tax or Lease documentation showing ownership or rental (if these cannot be provided, a Residency Affidavit will have to be complete at the Board of Education)
    3. Additional proof of address dated within 30 days. Any household utility, phone, or insurance statement is acceptable.

Have Questions?

Please contact us at wpsenroll@wy.k12.mi.us or 734-759-6014 for more information.

Transfer requests between elementary schools is based on classroom availability. For more information, please email wpsenroll@wy.k12.mi.us or call 734-759-6014.