California Transitional Kindergarten (TK)

• Location: California (public school program)
• Website: https://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/gs/em/kinderfaq.asp
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• Description: California Transitional Kindergarten (TK) is a public school early entry program bridging pre-K and kindergarten serving age-eligible 4-year-olds (state rules apply). It’s known for runs inside public elementary schools, strong kindergarten-transition alignment, and broad statewide expansion in recent years. Typical offerings include developmentally appropriate learning, early literacy and math foundations, and social skill and classroom routine building. It can be a strong VPK-style option for families who prefer public-school-based early learning. Because services vary by location, confirm hours, ages served, and enrollment details on the school’s website.

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