Who Can Enroll?
Govans Elementary is a neighborhood charter school operated by the Baltimore Curriculum Project. Like all charter schools in Maryland, our school is tuition-free and non-sectarian. As a neighborhood conversion charter, our priority is first to serve students living in our neighborhood enrollment zone. Any Kindergarten through 5th grade child living in this zone may enroll at any time, without participating in a lottery. If you live or are moving to this zone, call or email the school to enroll.
Schedule an information session and school tour:
Contact: Chevelle Smith, Administrative Assistant
410.396.6396
[email protected]
Pre-Kindergarten
Developing the confidence, social skills, and academic background to be a successful learner begins in our Pre- Kindergarten program. Our Pre-K program is accredited by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) which recognizes our commitment to providing a high-quality learning environment that supports the growth and development of our students.
To enroll in Pre-K, your child must be 4 years old prior to September 1. Priority is given to students who meet the age requirement and are considered low-income, homeless, or receive special education services. All Pre-K registration must be done online through Baltimore City Public Schools.
Non-zoned students
We also serve non-zoned elementary students throughout Baltimore City.
If there are no vacancies at the time, students can be added to a waitlist for the current academic year or lottery for the upcoming school year.
Student Lottery Application
As a conversion charter school that serves this attendance area, Govans Elementary School also holds a lottery each year to determine which students may attend from out-of-zone after all in-zone PreK – 5 students are served. To participate in the lottery please complete and return this form.
Application Deadline:
Friday, February 7, 2025, 2:25PM
Lottery Drawing:
Wednesday, Feb, 12, 2025 at 2:45pm
Severe Weather Date:
Wednesday, Feb 19, 2025 at 2:45pm
Lottery Results Notification:
Monday, March 3, 2025
Deadline for families to confirm or decline lottery acceptance:
Monday, April 7, 2025
Lottery Drawing at Govans Elementary
5801 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212
Please note that each enrollment form will be reviewed for in-zone status. All out-of-zone enrollment forms will be added to the lottery process. The completion of the enrollment form does not guarantee enrollment.
If you’d like assistance in filling out the paperwork, please stop by Govans Elementary and our team can help you fill out a paper form.
Who We Are
Govans Elementary School is a neighborhood charter school operated by the Baltimore Curriculum Project. In 2015, the Board of School Commissioners approved conversion to a neighborhood charter school.
About Baltimore Curriculum Project
Baltimore Curriculum Project (BCP) is the largest operator of local neighborhood, public charter schools in Maryland. We create safe, supportive learning environments for children PK-8 by providing innovative, research-based educational strategies, intensive teacher training, and extensive support for administration and staff. BCP collaborates with its schools’ staff, families, and community partners to tailor resources and support through community partnerships.
As one of the longest-running charter operators in Maryland, our schools are regularly recognized as some of the most highly acclaimed neighborhood charter schools in the state. BCP partners with Baltimore City Public Schools to serve all students in our neighborhood zones and to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment of learning for all students, families, and employees.
