New to Northern Colorado? Welcome to Poudre School District.

Moving is a big deal. Finding your child’s school shouldn’t be. With 54 schools across Fort Collins, Wellington, Timnath, Livermore, the Poudre Canyon region, and parts of Loveland and Windsor—plus five PSD-authorized charter schools—there’s a place here where your child will belong, learn, and excel.

If you’re new to Colorado or just moving across town, we’re here to help you find the right fit and get enrolled.

Need a hand? Email info@psdschools.org and a team member will follow up.

Start here: 3 quick steps

1) Find your neighborhood school

Use Find My School to see your boundary (neighborhood) school. [Find My School ›]

2) Decide: neighborhood or choice

• Neighborhood: Enroll year-round directly with your school.

• School of Choice: Apply if you prefer a PSD school other than your neighborhood school (or to a choice-only school, which has no boundary). Transportation isn’t provided for choice placements. [About School of Choice ›]

3) Register online

For the 2026–27 school year, online registration opens Nov. 3 for grades 1–12 and Dec. 3 for Kindergarten. If you arrive mid-year, contact your neighborhood school and start right away. [Register Now ›]

Early Childhood (Ages 3–5) & Universal Pre-K

Colorado’s Universal Pre-K (UPK) provides up to 15 hours/week free for 4-year-olds, with additional hours for qualifying families. PSD also offers limited 3-year-old spots through Head Start/UPK or tuition.

• Calendar: Follows the PSD school year (Aug–May)

• Curriculum: Creative Curriculum + Teaching Strategies GOLD (play-based, language-rich)

• Supports: Screenings, Child Find evaluations, Integrated Services (IEP), family resources

• Meals: One free meal in half-day; two in full-day; home meals welcome

• Mixed-age classrooms: 3–5 year olds

How to apply

1. Complete the PSD Early Childhood Application

2. Submit the Colorado Universal Preschool Application

3. After placement outreach, complete the PSD enrollment packet
   [Early Childhood & UPK ›]

Kindergarten at PSD

• Eligibility: Age 5 on or before Oct. 1 of the school year

• Day length: Full-day across PSD

• If just past the cutoff: No exceptions to the age date (separate from GT identification)

• Transitions: Orientation sessions, family events, and “visit days” help children adjust

• Tours: Schools host tours/open houses; contact your school

[Kindergarten in PSD ›] [Tour & Info Nights ›]

Integrated Services (Special Education)

PSD’s Integrated Services provide special education and related services under IDEA 2004 in the least restrictive environment.

• Access: Available at every PSD school

• Getting started: Free screenings via Child Find to determine IEP/504 eligibility; vision/hearing screenings available

• Planning: Collaborative IEP/504 teams (families are partners)

• Supports: Individualized instruction, related services (e.g., speech/OT), classroom para support, transitions (PK→K, HS→post-secondary)

[Integrated Services ›]

Multilingual learners & family supports

• Dual language immersion at select schools (Spanish/English)

• English Language Development (ELD): Identification via Home Language & Student Housing Survey; screening (WIDA) as needed; equitable access to PSD programs

• Family liaisons at each school support translation and connections to resources

[Language, Culture & Equity ›]

Athletics & activities

• Grades 6–12: Sports and clubs at most schools (some sports start in 6th grade; others via Fort Collins Recreation)

• Registration & forms: Middle and high school forms/physicals required; fee waivers available for qualifying families

• Safety: Trained coaches, concussion protocols, AEDs, air/heat monitoring, athletic trainers (HS), emergency action plans

• Transfers: HS athletes may need CHSAA transfer forms; activities generally continue immediately

[Athletics & Activities ›] [Schedules & Forms ›]

Transportation, meals, and wellness

• Transportation: Eligible for neighborhood schools (apply each year). Choice placements do not include district transportation. Early Childhood families request via PSD ECE.

• Meals: In Colorado, breakfast and lunch are free for all students. Families should still complete the Free & Reduced application—qualifying can unlock additional community/fee benefits.

• Health & mental wellness: Two school-based health centers (medical + mental health) serve all PSD students; every school has a nurse/health tech; licensed counselors in each school provide day-to-day and crisis support.

[Transportation ›] [Meals & Free/Reduced Benefits ›] [Health & Wellness ›]

Stay connected

• Bookmark your school’s website and the PSD homepage

• Follow PSD and your school on social media

• Keep contact info current in ParentVUE for email/text updates

Have more questions? Check the full Choose PSD FAQ or email info@psdschools.org.
[Full FAQ ›]