Prekindergarten (pre-K) is available in Birdville ISD to children three or four years of age on or before September 1, who meet eligibility requirements in one or more of the following areas:

• Economically Disadvantaged
• Limited English Proficiency
• Homelessness
• Foster care (current or former)
• Child of a U.S. armed forces active duty member; or U.S. armed forces member killed/injured during active duty
• Dependent child of a Star of Texas Award recipient
• Child who is in or has ever been in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services (CPS). Documentation from CPS is required.
• Is the child of a person employed as a classroom teacher at a public primary or secondary school in the school district that offers a prekindergarten class under this section.

If your child qualifies based on one or more of the eligibility criteria, your child may attend the state-funded (free for qualifying children) pre-K program in Birdville ISD.

If your child does not qualify for pre-K, there is a tuition-based program that families can apply for the coming school year.

Pre-K Options:

• Pre-K Age 3

  Birdville ISD provides space in the pre-K half-day program for students who will be three years old by Sept. 1. BISD campuses are centered around families. Like you, we want the very best for your child. Enrollment begins April 1. As space remains available, additional lotteries will be considered until school starts in August. Come see why others choose to be a part of our Birdville family!
   

• Pre-K Age 4

Pre-K Age 4 (Tuition-Based)

If your child did NOT qualify for state-funded prekindergarten (pre-K), then you may participate in Tuition-Based pre-K. Details on the tuition and non-refundable application/administrative fee will be available in April.

• We will have pre-K at every elementary campus; however, there may not be space available at every campus.
• Once notified, the first month's tuition and administrative fee are due at time of placement to hold the spot for the school year.
• Students will be placed based on space availability at one of their top three campus choices, if applicable.

How do I apply?

1. Complete Birdville ISD Tuition-Based Pre-K Application (SY 2025-2026) 
2. Fill out additional forms from campus prior to start of school.

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Kindergarten programs can help children develop the social, emotional and academic skills they need to succeed in school and in life in a safe and supportive environment. Kindergarten is the first year of formal education and is often when children learn to read, write, and do basic math.  

Kindergarten programs can:

• Help children develop important social skills;
• Help children learn to follow rules and routines; and
• Provide children with a safe and supportive environment 

It is important to remember that every child is different, and your child's kindergarten experience may differ from that of other children. However, the above points should give you a general idea of what to expect.

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Birdville ISD Elementary Schools: Building Bright Futures!

Birdville ISD's 19 elementary campuses proudly serve Richland Hills and parts of Colleyville, Fort Worth, Haltom City, Hurst, North Richland Hills, and Watauga.

✔ Strong Academics – Engaging curriculum that builds a solid foundation.
✔ Caring Teachers – Dedicated educators who nurture growth and learning.
✔ Enriching Programs – STEM, fine arts, and leadership opportunities.
✔ Safe & Supportive – A focus on character, well-being, and student success.

Give your child the best start!
> Browse our campuses

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Birdville ISD's 7 middle campuses proudly serve Richland Hills and parts of Colleyville, Fort Worth, Haltom City, Hurst, North Richland Hills, and Watauga.

Birdville ISD Middle Schools: Empowering Students for Success!

✔ Innovative Academics – Advanced courses, STEM & personalized learning.
✔ Dedicated Educators – Passionate teachers fostering growth.
✔ Enriching Activities – Athletics, fine arts & leadership programs.
✔ Safe & Supportive – Focus on character, well-being & success.

Join a community that inspires excellence!

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Birdville ISD's 3 comprehensive high schools proudly serve Richland Hills and parts of Colleyville, Fort Worth, Haltom City, Hurst, North Richland Hills, and Watauga.

Birdville ISD High Schools: Preparing Students for the Future!

✔ College & Career Readiness – Advanced academics, AP/Dual Credit & CTE programs.
✔ Passionate Educators – Dedicated teachers guiding student success.
✔ Diverse Extracurriculars – Athletics, fine arts, and leadership opportunities.
✔ Safe & Supportive – Focus on character, well-being, and future goals.

Empower your student’s journey! > Browse our high school campuses

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Open Enrollment is a process through which in-district and out-of-district students may apply to a Birdville ISD campus other than the one they are zoned to attend based on their residential address. Applications are considered on a case-by-case basis and require approval by the campus principal and an administrator in the Student Services Department.

Birdville ISD is accepting Open Enrollment applications for in-district and out-of-district students for the upcoming school year. The following information is intended for, and will be implemented at, all Birdville ISD campuses.

For the coming school year:

• A currently enrolled prekindergarten student will be required to return to their home campus for their kindergarten school year.
   
• In-district students currently in kindergarten through fifth grade may apply for Open Enrollment at any campus within Birdville ISD.
   
• A student who is currently in the sixth grade and applying for Open Enrollment must declare a high school campus to attend for the ninth- through 12th-grade school years on the Open Enrollment application. The student may choose to either:
  • Remain in their current (Open Enrollment) feeder pattern; or
  • Return to their zoned high school campus.
     
• Per Birdville ISD Board policy, exceptions are made if:
  • The student currently attends the campus; or
  • The parent is a Birdville ISD employee; or
  • The student has an older sibling who will attend the same campus during the initial Open Enrollment year; and
  • The student meets all eligibility criteria.
     
• All grade levels are open to all BISD students at their zoned feeder pattern campus.

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Other Information regarding Open Enrollment

Eligibility Criteria and Removal; Application Process Information; Frequently Asked Questions

Open Enrollment is a process through which in-district and out-of-district students may apply to a Birdville ISD campus other than the one they are zoned to attend based on their residential address. Applications are considered on a case-by-case basis and require approval by the campus principal and an administrator in the Student Services Department.

Birdville ISD is accepting Open Enrollment applications for in-district and out-of-district students for the upcoming school year. The following information is intended for, and will be implemented at, all Birdville ISD campuses.

For the coming school year:

• A currently enrolled prekindergarten student will be required to return to their home campus for their kindergarten school year.
• In-district students currently in kindergarten through fifth grade may apply for Open Enrollment at any campus within Birdville ISD.
• A student who is currently in the sixth grade and applying for Open Enrollment must declare a high school campus to attend for the ninth- through 12th-grade school years on the Open Enrollment application. The student may choose to either:
  • Remain in their current (Open Enrollment) feeder pattern; or
  • Return to their zoned high school campus.
• Per Birdville ISD Board policy, exceptions are made if:
  • The student currently attends the campus; or
  • The parent is a Birdville ISD employee; or
  • The student has an older sibling who will attend the same campus during the initial Open Enrollment year; and
  • The student meets all eligibility criteria.
• All grade levels are open to all BISD students at their zoned feeder pattern campus.

It is a simple, three-step process!

Please log into your Focus account to complete your child's student registration for the upcoming school year. Get started today! Visit https://www.birdvilleschools.net/focusregistration

1. Create an Account
   Click "I DO NOT have an account on the Parent Portal." (top left button) You will then create your own Username and Password.
    
2. Either Add or Register Your Child
   Select the appropriate button, follow the prompts. (Returning students will need Student ID and Birthdate.)
    
3. Complete your Online Registration forms

Questions?

If you encounter any difficulties during the registration process or have questions, please contact your child's campus attendance clerk for registration support.

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Get started today!

Visit https://birdville.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/

1. Log into Account
   Please contact your child's campus if you need assistance with your log-in information.
    
2. Select your child's name, then select Forms Summary. Scroll down to available form.
    
3. Select Returning Student Online Registration. Follow the prompts and press submit.
   If you need to stop the process in the middle of registration, just press SAVE and FOCUS will pick up where you left off when you log back in.

Questions?

If you encounter any difficulties during the registration process or have questions, please contact your child's campus attendance clerk for registration support.

 Returning Students - Register Here!

Use our Boundary Locator!
Just enter your home address to find your neighborhood school(s) and register today [New Student or Returning Student].
Live outside the district? No problem — apply for Open Enrollment today!