Kindred Preschool - Where Growing Minds Begin
Kindred Public Schools 4-year-old Preschool Program
*****Registration will become available on January 16th*****
Welcome to Kindred Preschool We are pleased to welcome families to the Kindred Public Schools Preschool Program - the first step in your child’s learning journey. Our program is designed to provide a high-quality, developmentally appropriate, nurturing environment that supports children’s social, emotional, physical, and academic growth before entering kindergarten.
Students must be 4 years of age by August 1st.
2026–2027 Preschool Information
Location
Kindred Elementary School
Schedule
Full-day, every-day - follows the regular school calendar.
School hours: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Arrival not permitted before 7:50 a.m.)
Tuition & Fees
Maximum tuition rate: $50/day (subject to school-year adjustments)
Sliding-fee scale available for qualifying families (based on household size and income)
Families are encouraged to apply for free/reduced-price meals each year - eligibility may lower or waive tuition costs
Meals
Breakfast and lunch are offered daily through our school lunch program. Families who qualify for free/reduced meals may receive discounted or no-cost meal service.
Transportation
Preschool students are eligible for the same bus transportation services provided to students in grades K-12. Bus routes will be established and communicated to families prior to the start of the school year.
Support through Early-Childhood Grant (if applicable)
If Kindred is awarded an early-childhood grant (e.g., a “Best in Class” or similar state/federal grant), eligible families may benefit from reduced tuition, subsidized preschool access, and additional support services that: CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
Ensure affordability through sliding-fee scales
Enroll children of all abilities
Provide high-quality teacher–child interactions and individualized support
Offer a safe, enriching environment with emphasis on play-based, hands-on learning
Include regular health screenings and well-being support
Monitor and support the child’s development — social/emotional, cognitive, language, early literacy/mathematics, physical
Engage families with resources and activities to support development at home
Why Kindred Preschool?
Quality early learning experience — rich in play-based, hands-on activities that foster curiosity and school readiness.
Inclusive and welcoming — we accept children of all abilities and aim to nurture each child’s strengths in a caring environment.
Foundation for lifelong learning — routines, social-emotional growth, early literacy, and numeracy support set the stage for a smooth transition to kindergarten.
Family partnership — we believe in working closely with parents and caregivers to support learning and development at school and at home.
Enrollment Information
Enrollment for preschool is open to children who meet age and district eligibility requirements. Families interested in enrollment should complete the Preschool Application, the Child Information Form, and submit any required deposit (if applicable) by the stated deadline.
You may also submit a Free/Reduced Meal Application to determine eligibility for sliding-scale tuition or reduced-cost meals.
For more information or questions about tuition assistance, meals, transportation, or preschool readiness — please contact the Kindred Elementary Office at 701-428-3177 or cody.kittelson@k12.nd.us.
Partnership with Families
We believe that strong family–school partnerships lead to the best outcomes for children. Throughout the year, we provide:
Regular updates on your child’s progress
Family engagement activities and resources
Guidance and resources to support early learning and healthy development at home
Open communication with preschool staff
We’re excited to partner with families as we build a strong early learning foundation for your child. Kindred Preschool - where growing minds begin.
Thank you to Mrs. Bernotas for the photos of her room!