What does this tool do?
Admission is usually decided by the child’s age on a fixed cut-off date. This calculator shows the exact age on that date, the birthday on which the minimum age is reached, and whether that date falls before the cut-off.
The Formula
Eligible when birth date + minimum age ≤ school entry cut-off dateFrequently Asked Questions
What does the cut-off date mean?
It is the date on which the child’s age is measured. A child who reaches the minimum age on or before that date is usually eligible, but districts can apply different windows.
Why show the age in years, months and days?
Calendar ages are not a simple division by 365 because month lengths and leap years vary. The breakdown is exact for the two dates entered.