New to Northern Colorado? Welcome to ±«Óãtv!
Moving can be a huge hassle; 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¡ªplus five ±«Óãtv-authorized charter schools¡ªthere¡¯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 Steps1) Find your neighborhood school
2) Decide: neighborhood or choice
3) Register online |
Early Childhood (Ages 3¨C5) & Universal Pre-K
°ä´Ç±ô´Ç°ù²¹»å´Ç¡¯²õ Universal Pre-K (UPK) provides up to 15 hours/week free for 4-year-olds, with additional hours for qualifying families. ±«Óãtv also offers limited 3-year-old spots through Head Start/UPK or tuition.
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Calendar: Follows the ±«Óãtv school year (Aug¨CMay)
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Curriculum: Creative Curriculum + Teaching Strategies GOLD (play-based, language-rich)
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Supports: Screenings, Child Find evaluations, Integrated Services (IEP), family resources
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Meals: One free meal in half-day; two in full-day; home meals welcome
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Mixed-age classrooms: 3¨C5 year olds
How to apply
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Complete the ±«Óãtv Early Childhood Application
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Submit the Colorado Universal Preschool Application
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After placement outreach, complete the ±«Óãtv enrollment packet
Early Childhood & Universal Pre-K FAQ
Kindergarten at ±«Óãtv
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Eligibility: Age 5 on or before Oct. 1 of the school year
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Day length: Full-day across ±«Óãtv
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If just past the cutoff: No exceptions to the age date (separate from GT identification)
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Transitions: Orientation sessions, family events, and ¡°visit days¡± help children adjust
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Tours: Schools host tours/open houses; contact your school
±«Óãtv Kindergarten FAQ?Open Houses & Kindergarten Info Nights by School
Integrated Services (Special Education)
±Ê³§¶Ù¡¯²õ Integrated Services provide special education and related services under IDEA 2004 in the least restrictive environment.
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Access: Available at every ±«Óãtv school
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Getting started: Free screenings via Child Find to determine IEP/504 eligibility; vision/hearing screenings available
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Planning: Collaborative IEP/504 teams (families are partners)
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Supports: Individualized instruction, related services (e.g., speech/OT), classroom para support, transitions (PK¡úK, HS¡úpost-secondary)
±«Óãtv Integrated Services FAQ
Multilingual Learners & Family Support
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Dual language immersion at select schools (Spanish/English)
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English Language Development (ELD): Identification via Home Language & Student Housing Survey; screening (WIDA) as needed; equitable access to ±«Óãtv programs
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Family liaisons at each school support translation and connections to resources
±«Óãtv Language, Culture & Equity
Athletics & Activities
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Grades 6¨C12: Sports and clubs at most schools (some sports start in 6th grade; others via Fort Collins Recreation)
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Registration & forms: Middle and high school forms/physicals required; fee waivers available for qualifying families
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Safety: Trained coaches, concussion protocols, AEDs, air/heat monitoring, athletic trainers (HS), emergency action plans
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Transfers: HS athletes may need CHSAA transfer forms; activities generally continue immediately
±«Óãtv Athletics & Activities FAQ
Transportation, Meals, and Wellness
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Transportation: Eligible for neighborhood schools (apply each year). Choice placements do not include district transportation. Early Childhood families request via ±«Óãtv ECE.
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Meals: In Colorado, breakfast and lunch are free for all students. Families should still complete the Free & Reduced application¡ªqualifying can unlock additional community/fee benefits.
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Health & mental wellness: Two school-based health centers (medical + mental health) serve all ±«Óãtv students; every school has a nurse/health tech; licensed counselors in each school provide day-to-day and crisis support.
±«Óãtv Transportation & Services FAQ