A child shall attend public school or qualify for an exemption if by October 1, the child has attained the age of

A child must attend public school or qualify for an exemption if they have reached the age of 6 by October 1. This is in alignment with the laws and regulations governing compulsory school attendance in Kentucky. The requirement ensures that children are engaged in formal education at the appropriate age, reflecting the importance of early educational intervention for a child's overall development.

Children who are 6 by this cutoff date are recognized as being ready to start the first grade, as they have typically completed kindergarten or have the necessary developmental skills to begin their formal education. Those who do not meet this age requirement may be given exemptions under certain circumstances, but generally, the expectation is that formal schooling begins at this age to promote educational equity and readiness across the student population.