Enrollment

Please gather the documents listed below and make sure you have this information available. You will be prompted to upload the documents during the enrollment process.  

Proof of Age

Acceptable documents to show proof of age:

• Official birth certificate
• Certificated copy of the birth certificate: (how to get a registered birth certificate copy)
• Baptismal certificate
• Alternate birth record
• Affidavit of birth by parent/guardian
• Current valid passport

Proof of Immunization Records

Required for certifying up-to-date immunizations for each student. Click the link below for an explanation of the student health requirements for school entry. All forms and information can also be found in the Health Services Department.

Required Immunizations by Age and Grade

Senate Bill 277 Frequently Asked Questions

The Following Additional Information

• Names and contact information for at least three (3) emergency contacts
• Previous school’s name(s), address(s), and district information for the prior two years
• An academic transcript or report card from your previous school.
• Proof of withdrawal from any previous school district
• Court Custody, Restraining Orders, or other papers (if applicable)
• For Special Education students: current or most recent IEP and assessments.
• For GATE (Gifted And Talented Education) students: prior test scores and/or certification forms.
• For EL (English Learners) students: a copy of current ELPAC scores.

The preferred method is to upload the required documents during the online enrollment process.  All documents that were not uploaded should be emailed to the school site using the email addresses shown below.  If you are unable to email documents, you may mail them via the US Postal Service to the school of enrollment.

Laguna Beach High School - enrolllbhs@lbusd.orgThurston Middle School - enrolltms@lbusd.orgEl Morro Elementary - enrollems@lbusd.orgTop of the World Elementary - enrolltow@lbusd.org

It is recognized that students do their best work in school when they are placed in a grade with other students of the same chronological age. The following links provide LBUSD  guidelines for placing students at the appropriate grade level. Please contact your assigned residential school if you have any questions regarding grade-level placement.

2024-2025 School Year - Grade Level Placement Guidelines

2025-2026 School Year - Grade Level Placement Guidelines

Laguna Beach Preschool is a full-day, tuition-based program for children aged 2.9 to 4 years old by August 15. Aligned with the district's elementary curriculum, our preschool prioritizes developing essential developmental and pre-academic skills. This ensures a smooth transition to elementary education and sets a foundation for future success. The full-inclusion program is located at El Morro Elementary School. Applications for the 2024-25 school year open on March 1. For inquiries, please contact Director of Early Learning Kimberly Johnson at kjohnson@lbusd.org.

Transitional Kindergarten (TK) is for students turning 4 by September 1, with
options for early and late starts. Classes are held at both Top of the World and El Morro elementary school sites, with extended day programs available. Check below for future TK expansion dates. For additional details, contact Director of Early Learning Kimberly Johnson at kjohnson@lbusd.org.

Enrollment Flyer

Transitional Kindergarten Extended Day Program

To enroll for the 2025-2026 school year, students must be 5 years old by September 1, 2025.

El Morro and Top of the World elementary schools offer a full-day kindergarten program for students which  is held daily from 8:15 a.m. to 2:08 p.m., except on Wednesdays, when dismissal is at 1:08 p.m.

According to a California law, Education Code Section 49452.8, all kindergarten and/or first-grade students, whichever is his or her first year in public school, are required to have an oral health assessment (dental check-up). Oral Health assessments completed up to 12 months before your child enters school will meet this requirement. The law specifies that the assessment must be done by a licensed dentist or other licensed dental health professional.

Oral Health Assessment - English

Oral Health Assessment - Spanish

Required Immunizations by Age and Grade

Senate Bill 277 Frequently Asked Questions

Report of Health Examination for School Entry (Optional)