New or Transfer Students Registration
Inter-District

Inter-district transfers involve students who live outside WCCUSD boundaries but wish to attend a WCCUSD school—or WCCUSD students who want to attend school in another district. Approval requires a release from the home district and acceptance by the receiving district.
Intra-District

Intra-district transfers allow students to attend a school other than their neighborhood school within the West Contra Costa Unified School District. Families may request a transfer based on special programs, transportation needs, or family circumstances.
WCCUSD Transfers – Entering the District (Inter-district Transfer In)
Families who live outside of WCCUSD boundaries but would like their child to attend a WCCUSD school must obtain approval through an Interdistrict Transfer Request process.

Steps to Request a Transfer Into WCCUSD:
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Start with Your Home District
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Visit your home school district office and request an Interdistrict Transfer Permit.
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Your district must approve and release the student.
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Submit to WCCUSD
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Once approved by your home district, submit the signed release and transfer form to the WCCUSD Transfer Office:
WCCUSD Transfer Office
1108 Bissell Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801
Email: [if available]
Phone: (510) 307-4535
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Review and Decision by WCCUSD
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WCCUSD reviews the request based on space availability, program capacity, attendance history, and other criteria.
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The district will notify you in writing of its decision.
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Enrollment Upon Approval
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If approved, the student may register at the approved WCCUSD school.
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You may need to reapply each year to maintain the transfer.
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Important Information:
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Transfers are not automatic and must be approved by both districts.
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Space in requested schools or programs is not guaranteed.
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Supporting documents (like attendance records or IEPs) may be requested.
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Transportation is not provided by WCCUSD for interdistrict transfer students.
WCCUSD Transfers – Leaving the District (Interdistrict Transfer Out)
Families who wish to transfer their child out of WCCUSD to attend a public school in another school district must complete an Interdistrict Transfer Request through the WCCUSD Transfer Office.

Steps to Request a Transfer Out:
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Complete the Interdistrict Transfer Application
Download or pick up the form from the WCCUSD Transfer Office or district website.
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Submit the Application
Return the completed form to the Transfer Office at:
WCCUSD Transfer Office
1108 Bissell Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801
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Approval Process
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WCCUSD must approve the release.
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Then the receiving school district must approve and accept the student.
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Each district has its own rules, space availability, and timeline.
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Notification
Families will receive written notification of the decision.
Important Notes:
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Transfers are not guaranteed.
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Reasons like relocation, specialized programs, or family hardship may be considered.
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Annual renewal may be required.
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If a student is already enrolled in another district with a prior approved transfer, a new transfer may be needed for continued enrollment.
CONTACT US
1108 Bissell Ave, Room 108Richmond, CA 94801 Transfer Office Main Line: 510-231-1100
(press 8 for the Transfer Office and wait for the operator to transfer you directly)
Intra-District Transfers (510) 307-4535
(transfer between schools within district)
Inter-District Transfers (510) 591-1929
(to enter or leave our district)
Hours: Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
‼️ Closed for lunch from 1 - 2 p.m.
