Enrollment FAQ

Hamilton Southeastern Schools is delighted to welcome new students at any point throughout the school year. Although there isn't a strict deadline for enrollment, we kindly request that you enroll your child as early as you can. This aids the district in maintaining appropriate staffing levels and managing class sizes. Additionally, enrolling promptly ensures that you are included in our parent school communication distribution list. Your child's school principal will have your information, allowing you to receive communication materials and invitations to various spring and summer events. Your timely enrollment also helps create a seamless and informed start to your child's academic journey with us.

The following information is required for enrollment:

• State-issued Birth Certificate
• Parent or Guardian Photo ID
• Proof of Guardianship or Custody (if applicable)
• Proof of Residency (English or Spanish) or an Affidavit of Residence (English or Spanish) if you are not the homeowner or leaseholder.
• Current Immunization Records

It's not uncommon in our expanding community. Please finalize your registration by submitting all required documents. Subsequently, get in touch with your child's school registrar. They can assist you in making arrangements to submit either a building contract or alternative paperwork, serving as a temporary placeholder until you are able to provide a mortgage statement or utility bill.

Feel free to complete your enrollment online with the information and documents available to you. Following that, please contact your child's school registrar to inform them that you are in the process of locating additional documentation. They can note your account for follow-up and coordinate with you to obtain a copy once it becomes available.

School immunization requirements are determined by the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH). 

Learn More about Immunization Requirements

Hamilton Southeastern Schools is the primary school district for PK-12 students residing in Fishers and portions of neighboring Noblesville, Indiana. To be eligible to attend HSE Schools, families must reside within the district boundaries.

Families may request for their student to be transferred to a non-home school. Decisions are based on a student's eligibility, building enrollment and grade-level space availability within each school. Please review the Transfer Appeal process for additional information. 

Determining the right time for your child to start school involves considering their individual development and the options available. While many preschools serve children at the age of 3 or older, it's essential to assess your child's readiness, both socially and academically.

Enrolling your child in a preschool with seasoned educators and an enriching environment can lay a strong foundation for their future success. Collaborate with educators and assess your child's developmental milestones to ensure a positive and supportive start to their educational journey.

Hamilton Southeastern Schools offers a public preschool program for children age 3 until they are eligible for kindergarten. The program is inclusive, catering to both special education and typically developing students who pay tuition. Preschool classrooms are situated at Brooks School Elementary, Sand Creek Elementary and Hoosier Road Elementary.  To learn more about our preschool offerings, visit the Preschool of the Natural Sciences page. 

• Any child who is age five (5) on or before August 1 of a school year will be admitted to the kindergarten at Hamilton Southeastern Schools.
• Parents may appeal for Early Entrance to Kindergarten, if their child turns five (5) years of age between August 2 and on/or before September 30 of the enrolling school year. 
  • Parents will need to submit an Application for Early Entrance to Kindergarten prior to enrollment and no later than August 1.
  • The appeal process requires an assessment to be completed to determine readiness. The building principal or designee will contact families for an assessment appointment starting in April and/or May.

Hamilton Southeastern Schools requires evidence of successful completion of a kindergarten program, such as a student report card and attendance report, or phone interview with the school director for consideration to enroll as Early Entrance to First Grade. Please fill out the Early Entrance to First Grade application and you will be contacted to discuss your child's eligibility and placement.

You may begin the enrollment application online at any time. Further, HSE Administration Office is open year-round and can assist you. If you have questions or issues, please call 317-594-4100. Additionally, we offer limited in-person enrollment appointments during the summer. The specific days/times will be posted on hseschools.org. 

Once you know what school your child will attend, you can reach out to the registrar or guidance department for assistance. If the school is closed for Summer Break, call the Administration Building at 317-594-4100.

After you submit your online enrollment, you will receive a completion notification via email. Following this, you will be provided with a Skyward login, granting access to essential details such as teacher assignment, class schedule, bus route, and more. It's important to note that this information is generally available the week before the school year begins. For students in upper grades, there will be an opportunity to meet with a counselor to discuss classes and scheduling. These meetings typically occur toward the end of the current school year or before the start of the new school year, if enrolling during the summer.