Application Checklist

Eligibility: Children who will turn five-years-old before January 1, 2026 are eligible to begin school in September 2025 and can apply for the Kindergarten Choice Lottery.

Prior to applying for a program seat, you have already registered your child/children at your local catchment school. For information on general registration at local catchment schools or for district catchment information, please visit: School Registration.

Once online applications open, you will need the following information in order to apply:

• Whether you are a Surrey/White Rock resident or not. *Out-of-district applications are accepted
• The e-mail address you used when registering at your local catchment school
• Your child's legal first and last name and date of birth
• Your top school/program choices (up to a maximum of three - listed in preferred order)
• Parent/guardians first and last name
• Contact phone number and e-mail address (the same e-mail address that was used to register your child/children at your local catchment school)