Kindergarten
A place where children love to learn
Kindergarten is an important year. What kids learn in kindergarten helps to build the foundation for lifelong learning. We teach kids how to read and write, how to get along with others, and how to solve problems. But more importantly, we teach kids how to love learning!
Your child will make new friends and have lots of time to play and explore the world around them. We welcome each child at their current level of ability and provide developmentally-appropriate learning activities.
Join us for Kindergarten Orientation
Bring your child to school for a sneak peek of kindergarten! During this fun event kids will spend time in a kindergarten classroom and meet our amazing teachers.
To accommodate all families, we are offering two identical orientation sessions:
Thursday, April 9 | 5-6 p.m.
or
Friday, April 10 | 9:30-10:30 a.m.
RSVP online at https://forms.gle/GLu3MyHuzY8xyvLh9
Are you a first-time kindergarten parent?
Hear advice from teachers and experienced parents, and learn how to support your future kindergartner.
100 Years in the Making. Your Future Starts Here.
For more than a century, Bayport Elementary has been a place where students grow, discover, and thrive. Now, a new building will carry that legacy forward — with modern learning spaces, inspiring classrooms, and innovative programs designed for the next generation.
The school will also house the GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) program, offering advanced learners in grades 4 and 5, opportunities to challenge themselves and grow. Every student will benefit from dedicated, experienced teachers and a close-knit community.
Set in a beautiful natural environment, Bayport Elementary features an outdoor classroom where learning extends beyond the walls. Here, every student has room to explore, opportunities to discover, and support to thrive.
What’s New
• A brand-new facility designed for modern learning experiences
• Flexible classrooms that inspire creativity and collaboration
• Outdoor learning space that connects students with nature and hands-on exploration
• Home of the GATE program, providing advanced learners opportunities to excel
What’s Endures
• A century of Bayport pride and tradition
• Experienced, caring teachers who encourage every student
• Robust academic programs and student support services for all learners
• A close-knit, welcoming community that feels like home
"The kindergarten classroom is a place of curiosity, wonder and pure joy! I feel so fortunate to work with our 'kinders' as they discover what learning in school is all about."
– Deb Holland, kindergarten teacher
For Parents: Learn What To Expect From Kindergarten
Wondering what your child will be learning in kindergarten? Curious how they'll be graded or assessed? Or maybe you just want to see how kindergarten has changed since you were a kid ! Our Elementary Roadmap is designed to help you find the answers to all of your school-related questions in kindergarten and beyond.