Enrollment & Registration
Welcome to the Poway Unified School District
Where we empower world-class learners!
We are a nationally renowned public school district that proudly educates 34,000 students throughout 40 award-winning schools.
Save the Date: New student enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year (Preschool - 12th grade) will begin February 2, 2026 at 8am.
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We’re here to help families find the right school fit.
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We’re excited to partner with you in your child’s educational journey. Getting started is simple—our enrollment and registration process is organized into clear categories so you can find exactly what you need.
2026-2027 New Student Enrollment (Starting February 2, 2026)
This is for any student that is new to PUSD, including Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten students, even if their siblings are already PUSD students.
New Student Enrollment for the current school year will remain open.
Continuing Student Registration (March 2 - 31, 2026)
This registration option is for students currently enrolled in Poway Unified schools grades TK-11, who will be returning for the 2026-2027 school year.
Preschool Enrollment
Registration is open year-round! PUSD Preschool Programs are for families with 3 year olds and offers age-appropriate, dynamic lessons, nurturing environments, and foundational learning.
Transfers
A transfer request is for those who would like their child(ren) to attend a school other than their school of residence. This includes incoming siblings of current students.
| Your Situation | Intradistrict Transfer | Interdistrict Transfer |
|---|---|---|
| If you live in PUSD boundaries and would like to attend a different PUSD school: |
✓ | ✗ |
| If you live in PUSD boundaries and would like to attend a school outside PUSD boundaries: |
✗ | ✓ |
| If you live outside PUSD boundaries and would like to attend a PUSD school: |
✗ | ✓ |
Before and Afterschool Programs
Extended Student Services
The Extended Student Services (ESS) Program extends Poway Unified School District's educational program into the hours before and after school, and during school vacations, for elementary school aged children.
After School Education & Safety
After School Education & Safety (ASES) is an extension of the school day and offers literacy and academic enrichment components.
Unique Program Enrollment
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Transitional Kindergarten Information
Kindergarten Information
Global Langauges and Language Immersion Programs
Alternative Learning Pathways
School Locator
The Address Lookup System provides the names, addresses, phone numbers, and website links of the designated schools for residential addresses located within PUSD boundaries.