Elementary School Grades TK-6

Elementary Schools

Grant Elementary

Mary Collins at Cherry Valley

McDowell Elementary featuring DLI

McKinley Elementary

McNear Elementary

Penngrove Elementary

New Public Waldorf Charter School at Valley Vista

Priority Registration Window: January 9 - February 14, 2025

This priority registration window is intended for students who are NEW to Petaluma City Schools. School tours are happening now!

Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Eligibility:
Enrollment in TK for the 2025-26 school year will be open to students who turn four on or before September 1st, 2025.

Kindergarten Eligibility:
Enrollment in kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year will be open to students who turn five on or before September 1st, 2025.

Please note: If you have a student who is already attending a PCS elementary school, you do not need to register your child.

3 Easy Steps to Elementary Enrollment!

1) Find a School

Find a school that's best for your family based on location or program by going on a school tour, learning more about our schools, or accessing the SchoolFinder tool.
During the application process, rank up to three schools in your preferred order. (We recommend selecting at least one backup school.)

2) Apply

Click here to apply for the 2025-26 school year via SchoolMint.
During the application process, you will asked for the following documents:
- Proof of Birth (copy of birth certificate or passport)
- Proof of address, such as: utility bill or rental agreement
- Immunization Records (MUST be completed and submitted in order to attend classes)
  - Required Immunizations for TK - 12 (English)
  - Requisitos de Vacunación (TK-12) (Spanish)
- Inter-district Transfer Form (English/Spanish) if applicable.

3) Accept & Complete

Wait to receive an offer from your school.
Accept the offer so that your school knows you will attend!
Work with your school site to finish any registration requirements.
Once all documentation is submitted, you're all set for the upcoming school year!

Our Elementary Schools

Grant Elementary (707) 778-4742
Mary Collins at Cherry Valley (707) 778-4740
McDowell Elementary (707) 778-4745
McKinley School (707) 778-4750
McNear Elementary (707) 778-4752
Valley Vista Elementary (707) 778-4762
Penngrove Elementary (707) 778-4755