WESTLAKE, Oh. – If you have a child that is gearing up for kindergarten in the 2026-2027 school year, it is important to pay attention to your child’s birthdate, since Ohio HB 114 has changed the age requirements for Kindergarten entry.
Ohio House Bill 114 modifies the age requirements for kindergarten admission, requiring school districts to admit students who are five years old by the first day of instruction in the upcoming school year.
The legislation was signed in late 2025 and takes effect for the 2026-2027 school year, starting in March 2026…