Newington Public Schools

Translation Options: To translate information on our website please use the translation option at the top of the web page OR using the Google Chrome Browser right click on the page to see translate options.

The Newington Public Schools offers a Preschool Program at all four of our elementary schools. Entry to the program is a space available selection. An application must be submitted to be considered for the preschool program. For more information or to submit an application, please click here for more information.

If your child has received a preschool acceptance letter, register for the 2025-2026 school year after reviewing the process below.

Complete the online registration form. You will need to sign up with an active email account to use the online registration system. Be sure to save your account information in case you need to return. If you do not have online access, you may visit the Lucy Robbins Welles Library or make an appointment through our Residency Office for Welcome Center support at (860) 666-5611 ext 1131. 

DO NOT COMPLETE THE REGISTRATION UNLESS YOU HAVE BEEN DIRECTED TO DO SO BY THE SCHOOL.
For the 2025-2026 school year, you must first submit an application here. 

Click here to register for the 2025-26 school year

If you have any questions regarding the online registration forms or the residency process, please contact the district's Welcome Center at (860) 666-5611 ext. 1131.

Residency Verification: The following documents are required for residency verification and can be uploaded through the online registration:

• A copy of your child’s birth certificate (long form) or passport
• Mortgage agreement or mortgage payment book with address (if you own) OR current lease agreement, rent receipt, name of landlord and phone number (if you rent)
• Parent/Legal Guardian Connecticut driver’s license or Photo ID with your name
• Current utility bill (i.e., gas, electricity, phone, cable, car payment)
• AND a copy of two of the following items showing a Newington address:
• Current utility bill (i.e., gas, electricity, phone, cable, car payment)
• Auto insurance policy and current registration, if leased, payment booklet
• Homeowner’s insurance policy with current address
• Current and active bank/checking account with name/address

Medical Documentation Required:  Registration will NOT be complete until the school nurse medically clears your child.  The following medical documents are required to meet this requirement:

• A current Early Childhood health assessment physical submitted to the nurse's office State of CT Health Physical Form (please print on blue paper).
• An up-to-date immunizations record submitted to the nurse's office 
• Immunization Requirements for Enrolled Students in Connecticut Schools for the 2025-2026 School Year

Residency Verification by Appointment:  Please contact our Residency Office at Newington High School. Appointment hours are 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Determine and Contact Your Elementary School: Review the elementary school district map to find out what elementary school your child will attend based on your address or contact our Welcome Center at (860) 666-5611 ext. 1131.

A reduced tuition rate is available to families who qualify based on the same household income standards used to determine free/reduced lunch.  For more information regarding the reduced rate, please contact the Office of Foods & Nutrition Services at 860-665-8635 or visit the site.  Once registration has been completed, and you are able to view your child in our PowerSchool system, an online application for a reduced rate can be completed on the NPS website after July 1, 2025. 

• Please be aware that if you qualify for a reduced tuition rate for preschool you are authorizing Food Services to release this information to the Superintendent’s Office.  
• We are working with Care for Kids clients.  Once you have been approved for Care 4 Kids, please contact the Superintendent's Office.  

Newington Public Schools Residency Office & Welcome Center
Newington High School

605 Willard Avenue

Newington, CT 06111

(860) 666-5611 ext. 1131