Enrollment
New Students
Wooster City Schools utilizes an online student registration system called FinalForms. You can access the link by clicking here or through the FinalForms tab below. If you have any questions please contact Registration at 330-988-1111 ext. 1241 or by emailing registrar@woostercityschools.org
A child is eligible for entrance into kindergarten if the child attains the age of five (5) by August 1st of the year in which the child applies for entrance.
While we strive to accommodate students in their home building, class sizes are subject to capacity limits. If a grade level reaches full enrollment, your child may be placed in a nearby school within our district to ensure a quality learning environment for all students.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to provide the best educational experience for every child.
New Student Registration
Overview
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Registration Process To begin, create a parent account with FinalForms. You will be instructed to create a login and password which allows you to begin the process, save your information and return at a later date for completion or changes (if necessary). If you already have students attending Wooster City Schools and have created an account using Final Forms, your existing email and password can be used to add a new student. Step 1: Review the required documents needed to register in FinalForms. Step 2: Complete the online enrollment application. Step 3: Once you have completed your online enrollment application, the registrar will contact you.
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Required Documents
Checklist of required documents for registration appointment:
1. Proof of Residency (at least one of the following)
- Utility bill (gas, water, electric)
- Mortgage statement/property tax statement
- Deed
- Signed rental agreement
- Voter registration card
2. Birth Certificate or Passport
3. Photo ID for Custodial Parent/Guardian
4. Immunization Records
5. Divorce/Custody Documentation (If applicable) - Must be court signed and date/time stamped
- Final divorce decree which may include shared parenting plan, naming specific parent as the residential parent/school placement parent.
- Temporary order naming specific custodian/guardian
- Grandparent Power of Attorney
- Military Power of Attorney
6. Current IEP (if applicable)
*Individual Education Plan, ETR- Evaluation Team Report, MFE, or 504 Plan
7. Homeschooled Students
If your child was homeschooled during the previous school year and not a resident of Wooster, please provide a copy of the letter which released your child from compulsory education.
8. High School Students
Transcript and/or current grade card
FinalForms
To access FinalForms for Wooster City Schools please use the following link: https://wooster-oh.finalforms.com/
Final Forms Parent Sign-up Guide
Open Enrollment
OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR GRADES K-12 IS OPEN
Open enrollment requests for the 2025-2026 school year will be accepted beginning March 1, 2025.
Application Window Deadlines:
May 1: Intra-District Open Enrollment – For current Wooster City Schools residents requesting enrollment at a different elementary school within the district.
August 1: Inter-District Open Enrollment – For families residing outside the Wooster City School District who wish to enroll their children in Wooster City Schools.
CLICK HERE to request Open Enrollment for the 2025-2026 School Year
Intra-district students living within Wooster City Schools boundaries
Families are required to apply for open enrollment each year due to space availability in each elementary school. Applications are accepted between March 1st and May 1st for the following school year. Open enrollment applicants will be prioritized by the date their application was received. No applications will be accepted prior to March 1st.
All open enrollment applications will be acted upon and parents notified.
Inter-district students living outside Wooster City Schools boundaries
Wooster City Schools offers open enrollment statewide, limited to maximum enrollment thresholds, in grades K-12. Applications are accepted between March 1st and August 1st for the following school year. The exceptions are resident students who move away during any given school year. They may apply for open enrollment for the remainder of that school year. Students who have been previously admitted via inter-district open enrollment shall be given preference over new applicants, prioritized by number of years of attendance. Open enrollment applicants will be prioritized by the date their application was received. No applications will be accepted prior to March 1st.
All open enrollment applications will be acted upon and parents notified. By August 1, the parent must notify Wooster City Schools of their acceptance or rejection of open enrollment. Failure to respond will forfeit their application for that year. The administration will determine building assignments. There is no guarantee that the building assignment will prevail in subsequent years. All approved transfers are in effect for one school year. Non-resident students must re-apply each year.
Please understand that there will be no transportation for students who are on open enrollment.
Parents will be required to transport all students on open enrollment.
Inter-district applications are incomplete until proof of residency is provided to the district.
Preschool
Wooster City Schools utilizes an online student registration system called FinalForms. You can access the link by clicking here or through the FinalForms tab below. If you have any questions please contact Registration at 330-988-1111 ext. 1241 or by emailing registrar@woostercityschools.org
A child is eligible for entrance into preschool if the child attains the age of 3 or 4 by August 1 of the year in which the child applies for entrance and has not yet attained the age at which the child will be admitted to kindergarten.
Preschool Registration
Preschool Registration Overview
Preschool Registration Process
To begin, create a parent account with FinalForms. You will be instructed to create a login and password which allows you to begin the process, save your information and return at a later date for completion or changes (if necessary). If you already have students attending Wooster City Schools and have created an account using Final Forms, your existing email and password can be used to add a new student.
Step 1: Review the required documents needed to register in FinalForms.
Step 2: Complete the online enrollment application.
Step 3: Once you have completed your online enrollment application, the registrar will contact you.
Required Documents
Checklist of required documents for registration appointment:
1. Proof of Residency (at least one of the following)
- Utility bill (gas, water, electric)
- Mortgage statement/property tax statement
- Deed
- Signed rental agreement
- Voter registration card
2. Student Birth Certificate or Passport
3. Photo ID for Custodial Parent/Guardian
4. Medical Information
- Immunization Records
- Preschool Dentist Report - This will be uploaded during the registration process in FinalForms
- Preschool Medical Statement- This will be uploaded during the registration process in FinalForms
5. Divorce/Custody Documentation (If applicable) - Must be court signed and date/time stamped
- Final divorce decree which may include shared parenting plan, naming specific parent as the residential parent/school placement parent.
- Temporary order naming specific custodian/guardian
- Grandparent Power of Attorney
- Military Power of Attorney
6. Current IEP (if applicable)
*Individual Education Plan, ETR- Evaluation Team Report, MFE, or 504 Plan
7. Completed Tuition Form - This will be uploaded during the registration process in FinalForms
8. Eligibility Screening Form- This will be uploaded during the registration process in FinalForms
9. W2 or 2 Consecutive Pay Stubs - These will be uploaded during the registration process in FinalForms
FAQs
Preschool Registration FAQs
- When does preschool registration open?
- How old must children be to enroll in preschool?
- Is there a registration fee?
- Will all children be accepted into the preschool?
- How do I register my child for preschool?
- How do I create a Final Forms account?
- What documents do I need to upload in Final Forms?
- What does it cost to attend Littlest Generals?
- How do I apply for grant funding (tuition assistance)?
- Can I visit the school before enrolling my child?
- How do I know if my child has been accepted?
- If my child was in the three-year-old class last year, do I need to reapply and upload all the documents?
When does preschool registration open?
How old must children be to enroll in preschool?
Is there a registration fee?
Will all children be accepted into the preschool?
No, our preschool has limited spots for both grant-funded and full-pay students. Full-pay spots fill up quickly, so we strongly recommend completing all forms on Final Forms as soon as possible to improve your chances of securing a spot. The completion date of Final Forms is recorded on all applications.
*To ensure your application is considered, please upload all required forms and documents.
How do I register my child for preschool?
How do I create a Final Forms account?
To begin, go to our district website and click on Portals and choose Final Forms.
First, create your parent profile and confirm your email using the link Final Forms sends you. Then, add your child as an applicant to your profile. A new page will open with red tabs on the left side. The tabs will turn green when you’ve answered all the questions and signed all the forms.
Click here for a helpful video on using Final Forms.
What documents do I need to upload in Final Forms?
- Parent ID (e.g., driver’s license)
- Proof of Residence
- Homeowners: tax bill, mortgage statement, insurance statement, pay stub, bank statement, signed purchase agreement with date, or utility bill
- Tenants: signed lease agreement with the property owner and a utility bill
- Child's Birth Certificate
- Immunization Record
- Tuition Application & Eligibility Documentation (more information below)
- Eligibility Screening
- Dental Statement
- Medical Statement
- If applicable:
- Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
- Divorce/Custody Documents
What does it cost to attend Littlest Generals?
Full-pay tuition is $175 monthly or $1575.00 for the full year. Our preschool is grant-funded and operates with a sliding fee scale. Tuition assistance is available for qualifying families. We encourage ALL families to complete the tuition application and submit documents to determine eligibility. Many families qualify for a reduced rate.
How do I apply for grant funding (tuition assistance)?
We are a grant-funded preschool that uses a sliding fee scale. Please fill out the tuition application and upload the application to Final Forms along with one of the required documentation to determine eligibility below:
- Presumptive Eligibility:
- Approval notice for SNAP, Cash Assistance, Medicaid, or Child Care Assistance
- Categorical Eligibility:
- Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
- Homeless: McKinney Vento Statement
- Child in Kinship Care: Active Case Plan, Family Service Plan, or receiving Kinship Permanency Incentive (KPI)
- Child in Foster Care: Any documentation showing Public Children Services Agency (PCSA custody)
- Early Intervention Exiter: Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) page with child’s name and signature
- Income Eligibility:
- Two consecutive pay stubs
- W2 Form/Tax Records
- Award Letters
- Child Support
- Zero Income Statement
- SNAP
You will be contacted to finalize the process once we receive the tuition application and eligibility documents.
Can I visit the school before enrolling my child?
How do I know if my child has been accepted?
If my child was in the three-year-old class last year, do I need to reapply and upload all the documents?
Yes, you need to reapply for preschool each year. While Final Forms will take less time to complete, you will need to upload updated versions of the following:
- Complete Final Forms for the 2025/26 school year
- Immunization Records
- Eligibility Screening
- Dentist Statement or future appointment (noted in Final Forms)
- Medical Statement or future appointment (noted in Final Forms)
- Tuition Application
- Proof of Income
Preschool Classroom FAQs
- What are the class schedule options?
- What are the class sizes and teacher-student ratios?
- Are there transportation options for preschool students?
- What time is drop off and pick-up for carriders?
- Is there before/after care available for my child?
- Does the preschool follow the same schedule as Wooster City Schools?
- What happens on two-hour delays or snow days?
- Does my child need to be potty trained?
- Who do I call if my child will be absent?
- How can I make a tuition payment?
What are the class schedule options?
What are the class sizes and teacher-student ratios?
Are there transportation options for preschool students?
What time is drop off and pick-up for carriders?
Is there before/after care available for my child?
Does the preschool follow the same schedule as Wooster City Schools?
What happens on two-hour delays or snow days?
Does my child need to be potty trained?
Who do I call if my child will be absent?
How can I make a tuition payment?
Preschool tuition is paid monthly, and we ask families to make payments on time. Prompt payments support the seamless operation of our program and help us provide a high-quality experience for your child. The preschool office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and the Board of Education office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Payment Methods:
- Credit Card:
- In-person: Pay with the preschool secretary or at the Board of Education Office (144 N. Market Street)
- Over the phone: Call the preschool secretary at 330-988-1111 ext. 4400
- Online: Use PaySchools
- Credit Card Fee: A 3% fee plus $0.25 applies to all credit card payments
- Cash or Check:
- Send payments to the school in your child’s folder
- Give payments directly to the preschool secretary
- Drop off payments at the Board of Education Office (144 N. Market Street)
Final Forms
To access FinalForms for Wooster City Schools please use the following link: https://wooster-oh.finalforms.com/
Final Forms Parent Sign-up Guide
Kindergarten
Wooster City Schools utilizes an online student registration system called FinalForms. You can access the link by clicking here or through the FinalForms tab below. If you have any questions please contact Registration at 330-988-1111 ext. 1241 or by emailing registrar@woostercityschools.org
A child is eligible for entrance into kindergarten if the child attains the age of five (5) by August 1st of the year in which the child applies for entrance.
While we strive to accommodate students in their home building, class sizes are subject to capacity limits. If a grade level reaches full enrollment, your child may be placed in a nearby school within our district to ensure a quality learning environment for all students.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to provide the best educational experience for every child.
Overview
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Registration Process To begin, create a parent account with FinalForms. You will be instructed to create a login and password which allows you to begin the process, save your information and return at a later date for completion or changes (if necessary). If you already have students attending Wooster City Schools and have created an account using Final Forms, your existing email and password can be used to add a new student. Step 1: Review the required documents needed to register in FinalForms. Step 2: Complete the online enrollment application. Step 3: Schedule a Kindergarten Screening appointment. Step 4: Once you have completed your online enrollment application, the registrar will contact you.
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Required Documents
Checklist of required documents for registration appointment:
1. Proof of Residency (at least one of the following)
- Utility bill (gas, water, electric)
- Mortgage statement/property tax statement
- Deed
- Signed rental agreement
- Voter registration card
2. Birth Certificate or Passport
3. Photo ID for Custodial Parent/Guardian
4. Immunization Records
5. Divorce/Custody Documentation (If applicable) - Must be court signed and date/time stamped
- Final divorce decree which may include shared parenting plan, naming specific parent as the residential parent/school placement parent.
- Temporary order naming specific custodian/guardian
- Grandparent Power of Attorney
- Military Power of Attorney
6. Current IEP (if applicable)
*Individual Education Plan, ETR- Evaluation Team Report, MFE, or 504 Plan
FAQs
Wooster Kindergarten Registration FAQs
- When does kindergarten registration open?
- How old must children be to enroll in kindergarten?
- How do I register my child for kindergarten?
- How do I create a Final Forms account?
- What documents do I need to upload in Final Forms?
- How do I book a kindergarten screening appointment?
- What is kindergarten screening?
- Are there sensory-friendly kindergarten screening days?
- Are there translators available for kindergarten screening days?
- How do I know which elementary school my child should attend?
- Do students need to attend the screening?
- What should parents/guardians expect during their meeting with the building secretary?
- What if I registered my child after the kindergarten screening dates?
- What if I plan to fill out the open enrollment form so my child can attend a different elementary school in the district?
- What if my child missed the August 1st cut-off date?
- Who do I contact if I have questions?
When does kindergarten registration open?
How old must children be to enroll in kindergarten?
How do I register my child for kindergarten?
How do I create a Final Forms account?
To begin, go to our district website and click on Portals and choose Final Forms.
First, create your parent profile and confirm your email using the link Final Forms sends you. Then, add your child as an applicant to your profile. A new page will open with red tabs on the left side. The tabs will turn green when you’ve answered all the questions and signed all the forms.
Click here for a helpful video on using Final Forms.
What documents do I need to upload in Final Forms?
- Parent ID (e.g., driver’s license)
- Proof of residence
- Homeowners: tax bills, mortgage statements, insurance statements, pay stubs, bank statements, signed purchase agreements with date, or utility bills
- Tenants: signed lease agreement with the property owner and a utility bill
- Child's birth certificate
- Immunization record
- If applicable:
- Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
- Divorce/Custody Documents
How do I book a kindergarten screening appointment?
What is kindergarten screening?
Kindergarten screening is designed to be a fun and exciting celebration for our newest Wooster City Schools District members. It helps us get to know your child and their unique strengths. It also allows our team to assess early learning skills, identify areas where additional support might be needed, and ensure a smooth transition into the school environment.
We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with your family!
Are there sensory-friendly kindergarten screening days?
Yes, we offer sensory-friendly screening days for children who may benefit from a quieter, less stimulating environment. Please email the registrar at registrar@woostercityschools.org or call 330-988-1111, ext. 1241, to schedule an appointment.
Are there translators available for kindergarten screening days?
Yes, translators are available. Please inform the registrar at registrar@woostercityschools.org or call 330-988-1111, ext. 1241, to inform us of your needs.
How do I know which elementary school my child should attend?
You can use this link to our elementary school boundary map to enter your address and determine which school your child will attend.
Do students need to attend the screening?
What should parents/guardians expect during their meeting with the building secretary?
Parents can expect to receive information about their child’s elementary school, have time for questions, and be asked to provide the following documents if they have not already been uploaded to Final Forms: Parent ID (e.g., driver’s license), proof of residence, child’s birth certificate, immunization record, and, if applicable, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and divorce or custody documents. These documents are required to complete the registration process and ensure everything is in place for the upcoming school year.
What if I registered my child after the kindergarten screening dates?
What if I plan to fill out the open enrollment form so my child can attend a different elementary school in the district?
What if my child missed the August 1st cut-off date?
Who do I contact if I have questions?
If you have questions, please contact the registrar's office at 330-988-1111, ext. 1241 or email registrar@woostercityschools.org.
Final Forms
To access FinalForms for Wooster City Schools please use the following link: https://wooster-oh.finalforms.com/