Education for children

In every state in America, children have a right to education. Public school is a free school available to all citizen and non-citizen children. Learn about public schools and other kinds of schools in the USA.

To start your child at school in the USA you must first register your child as a student. This means you need to visit the school and sign papers so the school can accept your child. Read about what your child needs, what to do if your child is absent, and how to get to school.

In the USA, public school starts between the age of 4 and 6 and continues until 16 to 18 years old. You can also send your children to pre-school at an early age. Learn about the different levels of education in the U.S., school placement in the American education system, and different levels within the same grade.

Do you know the education laws for children and your education rights in the USA? Education law says everyone has a right to free education. Students have the right to wear a hijab and to pray. You have a right to interpreters when you talk to your children’s school. Learn about your education rights.

Starting school is both exciting and hard. You will need to help your child in school. Learn how to support your children in their school life and help them succeed. Find out about tutoring support for your child.

Many people work in schools in the United States. There are school staff other than teachers who are there to help your child. Learn about some of the people you will meet at your child’s school.

Lingokids is an app with games to help your children learn English. You can use it on our tablet or smartphone. Find more information about Lingokids and how to sign up for free through USAHello.