Kindergarten services

All kindergartens in Banyule are open with personal hygiene measures in place.
To access these services you must have a valid permitted worker permit or access to onsite kindergarten permit - in line with the requirements of the Victorian Government.

Kindergarten (or preschool) is an early years play-based program for children in the year before school.

In Victoria, children can attend 3-year-old and 4-year-old programs delivered by a qualified early childhood educator.

All services are monitored by the Department of Education and Training to ensure all regulatory standards are maintained.

Benefits of kindergarten

Kindergarten is recommended for all children, as the experience provides opportunities for your child to learn in an environment that:

• helps them develop language and listening skills;
• improves their confidence and independence;
• enhances physical and creative skills;
• supports their desire to learn and discover;
• increases their ability to work co-operatively with other children and adults;
• helps them to develop social skills; and
• aids their transition to school.

Choosing a kinder

There are 27 kindergartens in our community.

We directly manage Audrey Brooks Memorial Preschool and Olympic Village Preschool. All other kindergartens are either managed by an early years manager or a management committee.

Each kindergarten offers different programs and hours. Kindergarten Open Day is held on the last Saturday of February each year, and is an opportunity to visit the kindergartens of interest.

You can also contact a kindergarten to arrange a visit.

View the kindergartens in Banyule

3-year-old kindergarten programs

You need to contact each kindergarten separately to register your child in a 3-year-old program. Your child must have already turned 3 before starting.

Currently, there is no government subsidy for these sessions.

As we manage Audrey Brooks Memorial Preschool, you can register your child into our 3-year-old kindergarten online.

Register now for a place at Audrey Brooks Memorial Preschool