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Kinder: Best Start, Best Life

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Access kinder info in 30 languages.

Getting started

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For families: Get your child ready for kinder

Find kinder programs near you and learn how to enrol. Discover Free Kinder, Koorie Kids Shine, Pre-Prep, and Kinder Kits designed to support your child’s best start.

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For early childhood professionals

Access support, training, and financial incentives to grow your career in Victoria’s kinder sector. Extra incentives if you're moving from NZ or interstate.

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Thinking about teaching or educating?

Upskill or start your journey with financial support and innovative courses designed to make an impact.

What do you want to do?

Find a kinder program near you

Search by location, program type, and availability.

Look for early childhood jobs

Browse jobs and resources tailored for educators and professionals across Victoria.

Find early childhood courses

Choose from accredited courses, both in-person and online, to get qualified or upskill.

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The Best Start, Best Life reforms

We're investing $14 billion to give children the best start in life. Families will save thousands each year, while new centres and better programs make kinder easier to access.

Learn more about the reforms
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