Starting kindergarten

In Victoria, children start kindergarten at 3 years old, which means 2 years of kindergarten before school.

Information and tips about choosing a kindergarten that’s right for your family.

Learn about savings available to help Victorian families access 2 years of quality kinder.

Learn how to register and what you need to provide to enrol.

There are lots of things you can do to prepare your child for kindergarten.

If your child is moving from kindergarten to school, their educator will write a Transition Learning and Development Statement (TLDS).

Some children’s learning may be better supported in kindergarten or Pre-Prep when they are 6 years old.

There are guidelines that your child’s kindergarten teacher will follow to assess their eligibility for an additional year of kindergarten or Pre-Prep.

​​​Immunisation is one of the safest and most effective ways to prevent illness. It also helps to stop the spread of infection and protect other children.