For many children, Three-Year-Old kinder is their first experience of spending time away from home and family. We offer a richly supportive, happy and safe environment for this transition. Research shows that two years of quality kindergarten are better than one. For more information visit www.vic.gov.au/kinder
For timetables, please visit the Timetable page
When to start Kindergarten - Children born between Jan 1st and 30th April
If you child turns 3 after the 30th Jan, they are not able to attend kindergarten until the day they turn 3. You can apply for a spot, attend the interview session and then your child will be able to start their kinder journey following their third birthday. Please read the Kinder Readiness information on our resources page, especially if your child turns 3 between the 30th Jan - 30th April. You have the choice when to send your child to kinder.
Kindergarten Funding and repeating of years
Due to the new funding model all children in Three-Year-Old Kindergarten will be expected to transition to Four-Year-Old Kindergarten in the following year. A funded second year of kindergarten will only be available for children in the Four-Year-Old program who meet the following criteria. Currently, children in Four-Year-Old Kindergarten program who have developmental delays in two or more key areas of development and would benefit from a second year of kindergarten will be eligible to access a second year of funded kindergarten following an assessment by an early childhood teacher.
Parent Helpers
Two parents are required to help with rostered duties at each session and all parents are encouraged to be involved on the Committee of Management.
Get in Touch
For help with enrolments, please contact our Enrolments Officer nbkenrolments@gmail.com