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When to start kindergarten
In Victoria, children start kindergarten at 3 years old, which means 2 years of kindergarten before school.
Types of kindergarten programs
There are different types of kindergarten programs your child can go to.
Costs of kindergarten
Most kindergarten program fees are partly paid by the Victorian government directly to the kindergarten.
Kinder Tick
Look for the Kinder Tick to help you find a government-approved funded kinder program.
How to choose a kindergarten
Most kindergartens welcome enquiries and will organise a time for you to visit.
How to enrol in kindergarten
Learn how to register and what you need to provide to enrol.
Going to kindergarten if your child is 6 years old
Children can go to kindergarten when they're 6 years old if they have a disability, developmental delay or it's a special situation.
Tips for starting kindergarten
There are lots of things you can do to prepare your child for kindergarten.
Moving from kindergarten to school
If your child is moving from kindergarten to school, their educator will write a Transition Learning and Development Statement (TLDS).
Learn about programs and initiatives
Kindergarten for Aboriginal children: Koorie Kids Shine
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children can get up to 15 hours of free or low-cost kindergarten each week.
Four-Year-Old Kindergarten is becoming Pre-Prep
We’re transitioning Four-Year-Old Kinder to Pre-Prep in stages from 2025.
Kinder Kits
We're giving all children enrolled in a funded Three-Year-Old Kindergarten program in 2025 a Kinder Kit.
Starting age calculator
Use the starting age calculator to enter your child's birth date to find out what year they can start Three- and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten.
Pre-Prep calculator
Use the Pre-Prep calculator to find out if your child is eligible to attend Pre-Prep and when they can start.
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