Kindergarten

Kindergarten applications

Round 1 2022 kindergarten applications open 19th April and close 27th June 2021.

To apply for kindergarten for 2022, please click the Apply Now button below.

Apply Now

If you need to change or confirm your application, email us at centralapplication@surfcoast.vic.gov.au

For 2021 kindergarten enquiries, please email centralapplication@surfcoast.vic.gov.au

Kindergarten Information for Families(PDF, 2MB) including 'Is My Child Ready?' and 'How will my child learn and be supported?'

Bush/Beach Kinder Information(PDF, 3MB) including 'Our Exclusive Sites', 'Our Amazing Programs' and 'Snapshot of the children's learning'

Junk Trunk Information(PDF, 1MB) including 'Our Recycle Station', 'The benefits for our kinder programs' and 'Sustainability Leadership'

Kindergarten Incursions and Excursions(PDF, 2MB) including photos and listing of current incursions and excursions

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There are a number of kindergartens throughout the municipality, both Council-run and private, which offer your child the chance to learn and grow in a safe, happy environment. Find privately run services in the area on the Child Care Finder Website.

All Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children who turn 3 or 4 years old by 30 April can attend kindergarten for up to 15 hours per week for free. Find out more on the Victorian Government's Education website. 

 

Council-run kindergartens:

• Anglesea Kindergarten
• Helen M Kininmonth Pre-School Winchelsea
• Jan Juc Pre-School
• Kurrambee Myaring Kindergarten
• Lorne Pre-School
• Torquay Kindergarten

  

 

All of our council-run kindergartens are rated 'Exceeding' by the Australian Children's Education & Care quality Authority. They are members of the Sunsmart Early Childhood Program and the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation.