Full-Day Kindergarten Program
The DASD school board has approved a plan to provide full-day kindergarten in all DASD elementary schools starting in the 2025-26 school year. The plan includes expansion and renovation at some elementary schools, as well as the hiring of additional teachers and support staff members.
As the district continues to grow and enrollment increases, the board and administration have strategically evaluated options to provide robust educational opportunities, appropriate class sizes and equity across the district.
More than 86% of districts across Pennsylvania provide district-wide full-day kindergarten. DASD currently offers half-day kindergarten to all students. A limited number of qualifying students may elect to participate in full-day kindergarten exclusively at Beaver Creek, Bradford Heights, East Ward and Lionville Elementary Schools.
By adding full-day kindergarten at all elementary schools, our youngest learners will receive expanded learning opportunities, which include dedicated time to develop academic, physical, social and emotional skills.
Kindergarten Back-to-School Night
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School |
Event | Date | Time | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Creek | K-2 Back-to-School Night | Aug 20 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM | Private tours are not available prior to Back-to-School Night, as the building is under construction. |
| Bradford Heights | K-2 Back-to-School Night | Aug 20 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM | To schedule a home visit, please email Amanda Stevens, astevens@dasd.org |
| Brandywine Wallace | K-2 Back-to-School Night | Aug 19 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM | Call 610-269-2083 or email suquigley@dasd.org to schedule a private tour this summer |
| East Ward | K-2 Back-to-School Night | Aug 20 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM | Email SGreider@dasd.org to schedule a private tour this summer |
| Lionville | K-2 Back-to-School Night | Aug 19 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM | To schedule a home visit, please email Keri Shaw or Shelda Perry. |
| Pickering Valley | K-2 Back-to-School Night | Aug 19 | 6:00 -7:00 PM | |
| Shamona Creek | K-2 Back-to-School Night | Aug 19 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM | |
| Springton Manor | K-2 Back-to-School Night | Aug 19 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM | Call 610-942-8950 to schedule a private tour this summer |
| Uwchlan Hills | K-2 Back-to-School Night | Aug 20 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM | |
| West Bradford | K-2 Back-to-School Night | Aug 19 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM | Private tours are not available prior to Back-to-School Night, as the building is under construction. |
| All Schools | Kindergarten Jump Start | One week in August - See the full schedule online |
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Additional Details
This document provides the milestones, skills and behaviors that help children successfully transition to Kindergarten. It serves as a framework for what children should ideally know and be able to do as they enter a formal school setting. These areas include Social-Emotional, Physical, Language & Communication, Independence and Self-Care, Early Literacy, Math and Behavioral Skills.
A Day In the Life of a DASD Kindergartner
The day will begin with morning meeting. Core subject educational periods will be spaced throughout the day, with encore, recess, and lunch providing breaks in between.
Curriculum
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is Downingtown moving to full-day kindergarten for all students?
- What will my kindergarten child be learning?
- What is the class size, hours, structure?
- How can I help my child prepare for kindergarten?
- Will my child be assessed for readiness?
- How will I know what bus my child will ride?
- Can I drive my child to and from school?
- Will there be opportunities for before and after school care?
- How/When do I register my child for kindergarten?
- What happens after I register?
- Will my child be able to buy lunch?
- I have more questions, who should I contact?
