Registration for kindergarten is Thursday, April 19.

That’s the registration date for 15 school divisions in the Richmond area covering 152 elementary schools.

Children who will be 5 years old by Sept. 30 can start kindergarten in the fall, but they must be registered at the school they will attend.

Several documents are needed, including:

• The child’s official certified birth certificate or school-age affidavit;

• Two proofs of address;

• The School Entrance Health Form, which can be turned in before the first day of school; and

• A photo I.D. for the child’s parent or legal guardian.

To find out what school your child will attend, contact the school district where you live: Richmond, (804) 780-7750; Henrico County, (804) 652-3739; Chesterfield County, (804) 639-8990; Hanover County, (804) 365-4500; and Petersburg, (804) 862-7044.

This is the eighth year for the regional kindergarten registration effort coordinated by Smart Beginnings Greater Richmond. With the April 19 registration, schools can prepare space, staff and materials for fall school opening and parents can receive important information they may miss otherwise, organizers stated.

Children in Head Start and VPI programs also must be registered for kindergarten.

Parents who cannot make the April 19 registration may contact the school to make an appointment to register.

For details and forms needed, contact www.SmartBeginningsRVA.org or call 211 for information.