2020-2021 School Year

The Kent School District (KSD) is no longer accepting transfer applications for the 2020-2021 school year. Decisions on applications submitted during the May window will be made by the end of June.

If you need to request a childcare waiver (elementary only) or if you have been hired as a full-time employee of the KSD please email transfers@kent.k12.wa.us for instructions.

2019-2020 School Year

The Kent School District is no longer accepting transfer applications for the 2019-2020 school year unless the transfer is requested due to a recent move, childcare need, or program.

Learn how to enroll your student in his or her boundary school.

Additional Information

Transportation Not Provided for Transfer Students

Transportation is not available for students approved for transfer to a non-boundary school. Transportation will be the responsibility of the family.

Transfers Not Approved for Athletic Reasons

Transfer requests will not be approved for athletic or co-curricular activity reasons. As per WIAA regulations, students transferring from one high school to another high school within the Kent School District, without a corresponding change in home residence with natural parents or legal guardians, will be deemed ineligible for a one-year period at the varsity level of sports.

Kindergarten Students Must Register at Boundary School First

Kindergarten students should register at their boundary school prior to requesting a transfer.

Non-Residents Must Complete Form from Boundary District

All non-resident transfers must obtain a Choice Transfer/Release of Attendance from their boundary school district.