ENROLMENT
3 year old enrolments
Am I eligible to apply for the 3 year old Kindergarten program?
To be eligible for Funded 3YO Kindergarten, children must turn 3 years of age or older by the 30th of April in the year they start kindergarten.
Enrolment applications for 3 year old Kindergarten will be accepted by the City of Kingston from the 1st of May in the year prior to the child attending the centre.
Is my child ready for 3 year old Kinder?
You can discuss your child’s readiness for the 3 year old program with our Pre-school teachers. Please contact the Kinder on 9585-2310 to arrange an appointment.
In particular, if your child is turning 3 before April in the year they are to commence 3 year old Kinder, you should discuss their readiness to participate in the 3 year old program, as there will no longer be the option to attend a second year of 3 year old Kinder.
Please also be aware that your child will not be permitted to attend the program unattended until they turn 3 years of age.
How do I apply for a position in the 3 year old program at the Pre-School?
All applications for the 3 year old Kindergarten program are made through the City of Kingston from the 1st of May in the year prior to your child commencing Pre-school.
You can apply online or obtain an application form from the link below:
Please note:-
All enrolment applications are to be submitted to the City of Kingston not to Farm Road Pre-school.
The City of Kingston administers the Kindergarten Central Enrolment Scheme for participating community operated Kindergartens, and is responsible for receiving the enrolment applications, acknowledging receipt of the application, and the allocation of places.
What is the enrolment process?
Further information about the City of Kingston Central Registration process may be found on their website:
Want more information on the Farm Road Enrolment Policy?
Please contact the City of Kingston on 9581 4851.
3 year old program fees
FUNDRAISING LEVY (Optional)
Farm Road Pre-School offers the option to make a one-off family payment of $100 towards fundraising for the Pre-school. If you choose to pay the levy, you will not receive any of the fundraising literature over the course of the year, unless by your request. This is due in March 2024.
FREE KINDER 2024
Our Pre-school has elected to participate in the Victorian Government Free Kinder program in 2024.
4 year old enrolments
Am I eligible to apply for the 4 year old Kindergarten program?
To be eligible for Funded Kindergarten, children must turn 4 years of age or older by the 30th of April in the year they start kindergarten.
Enrolment applications for 4 year old Kindergarten will be accepted by the City of Kingston from the 1st of May in the year prior to the child attending the centre.
Is my child ready for 4 year old Kinder?
You can discuss your child’s readiness for the 4 year old program with our Pre-school teachers. Please contact the Kinder on 9585-2310 to arrange an appointment. In particular, if your child is turning 4 before April in the year they are to commence 4 year old Kinder, you should discuss their readiness to participate in the 4 year old program.
How do I apply for a position in the 4 year old program at the Pre-School?
All applications for the 4 year old Kindergarten program are made through the City of Kingston.
You can apply online or obtain an application form from the link below:
Please note:-
All enrolment applications are to be submitted to the City of Kingston not to Farm Road Pre-school.
The City of Kingston administers the Kindergarten Central Enrolment Scheme for participating community operated Kindergartens, and is responsible for receiving the enrolment applications, acknowledging receipt of the application, and the allocation of places.
What if my child already attends a 3 year old program at Farm Rd Pre-School?
If you are currently enrolled at Farm Rd Pre-School for the 3 year old program, this does NOT guarantee you a place for the 4 year old program, you still need to apply through the City of Kingston for a placement into the 4 year old program.
What is the enrolment process?
Further information about the City of Kingston Central Registration process may be found on their website:
Want more information on the Farm Road Enrolment Policy?
Please contact the City of Kingston on 9581 4851.
KINDERGARTEN TOURS
The Kindergarten holds Open Days in April and October each year (please see our “News & Events” page for dates).
Due to the operational requirements of our educational program, we are currently only able to offer tours on alternate Tuesday mornings during the Term. Tours must be pre-booked - walk ins will NOT be accepted.
To book a tour, please use the following link:
There is also a Digital Tour available on our website:
SESSION TIMES
TERM DATES 2024
Term 1: 30 January – 28 March
Term 2: 15 April – 28 June
Term 3: 15 July – 20 September
Term 4: 7 October – 20 December
TERM DATES 2025
Term 1: 28 January – 4 April
Term 2: 22 April – 4 July
Term 3: 21 July – 19 September
Term 4: 6 October – 19 December
2024
4 Year Old
MONDAY
8:30am - 3:00pm
(After Kinder Care 3:00pm - 5:00pm)**
TUESDAY
8:30am - 1:30pm
(After Kinder Care 1:30pm - 5:00pm)**
FRIDAY
8:30am - 12:00pm
(Bush kinder from mid Term 1)*
3 Year Old
WEDNESDAY
8:30am - 4:00pm
THURSDAY
8:30am - 4:00pm
2024
4 Year Old
MONDAY
8:30am - 3:00pm
(After Kinder Care 3:00pm - 5:00pm)**
TUESDAY
8:30am - 1:30pm
(After Kinder Care 1:30pm - 5:00pm)**
FRIDAY
8:30am - 12:00pm
(Bush kinder from mid Term 1)*
3 Year Old
WEDNESDAY
8:30am - 4:00pm
THURSDAY
8:30am - 4:00pm
* Bush kinder will commence from mid term 1 (parents will be advised of the specific date in term 1).
** After Kinder Care is at an additional cost to our normal program, and is subject to interest/availability.