Stop by the main office between 9:00am-3:30pm starting 4/12 with your driver's license and utility bill to pick up an enrollment packet and to make an appointment to come in to finalize enrollment. DO NOT WAIT TILL THE LAST MINUTE TO ENROLL.
If you DO NOT live in the area, starting Wednesday 4/12, you can fill out the Non-Resident Permit Waitlist Form. The chances of getting in through the waiting list are slim to none however we will look at it if spots become available.
If you are new to the neighborhood and Kester is your designated elementary school, please visit the online registration portal for enrollment to begin the process.
If you need assistance regarding enrollment, please contact Kester directly or call (213) 241-3840, press option 3.
To enter kindergarten, children must be five years old by September 1. Kester offers an informational meeting and tour for new kindergarten parents in the Spring.
Transitional Kindergarten is available to children turning 5 between Sept 1 and Feb 2.
Kester Gifted / High Ability Magnet Program application information is available in the CHOICES brochure and application, online and mailed directly to parents/guardians. Students must be verified as meeting specified criteria to be eligible to apply. For more about eligibility and the application process, please see the e-choices website and contact the Magnet Office at 818-787-3026.