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Vestavia Hills City Schools

Learning Without Limits

Welcome to Vestavia Hills City Schools

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We are always excited to welcome new families. Whether your child is starting Kindergarten, transferring from another school district, or enrolling for the first time, we are here to help make the process clear and supportive for your family.

Who Should Enroll?
Please follow the enrollment steps on this page if:  

  • Your child is new to Vestavia Hills City Schools, or
  • Your child has never attended a VHCS school, or
  • Your child does not currently attend VHCS

If your child is already enrolled at VHCS, please visit our Returning Student Registration Overview page instead.  

Looking for Preschool?  Visit our Preschool page for application details.

How to Enroll

Step 1: Confirm Your School Zone

Before starting, verify that your residence is zoned for Vestavia Hills City Schools. Visit the School Zone page to verify your address or see a listing of apartments zoned for VHCS.

 

Step 2: Gather Required Documents

You will need:

  1. Alabama Certificate of Immunization
  2. Student’s Birth Certificate
  3. Proof of residency (either a current and valid lease or recorded deed)
  4. A power bill in the custodial parent’s name for the current month, showing the residence property address
  5. One other type of business mail tied to the residence (Gas or Water bill)
  6. Parent/Guardian Photo ID
  7. Custody documentation (if applicable)

Having these ready will make the process much faster.  During online enrollment, you will upload your required documents. 

 

Step 3: Complete the Online Enrollment form

Click below to begin:

2025-2026 New Student Enrollment (English)

Start Enrollment
Formulario de inscripción 2025–2026 (Español)

Comenzar inscripción

 

Step 4: School Review and Confirmation

After submission:

  • Your child’s zoned school will review your documents
  • You may be contacted if additional information is needed
  • You will receive confirmation once your enrollment form and required documents have been received

Processing times may vary during peak enrollment periods.

Kindergarten Families Only:

Complete the kindergarten enrollment form if your child will be 5 years old on or before September 1 of the year of enrollment.

2026-2027 Kindergarten Enrollment (English)

Start Enrollment

Formulario de inscripción 2026-2027 (Español)

Comenzar inscripción

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