Kindergartens in Australia

5,519 kindergartens across Australia, ranked by local votes. Pick a city to narrow it down.

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Adelaide

Walkerville Pre-Kindy

13 Alfred St · Walkerville · SA 5081

Walkerville Pre-Kindy is fortunate to be licensed by the Department of Children Services for a maximum of 30 children between the ages of 2 to 5 years of age. We believe this is the right number of…

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Adelaide

Modbury Kindergarten

Modbury Kindergarten 32 Jaycee St · Modbury North · SA 5092

At Modbury Kindergarten we believe that childhood is special and all children have a right to the magic of childhood – to run and jump in sunshine, to have time to think and investigate, to laugh,…

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Adelaide

Valley View Kindergarten

Geoffrey Ave · Valley View · SA 5093

We provide a safe, stimulating and play-based environment to help children develop positive life skills. We foster curiosity, exploration, self-motivation, active engagement and a willingness to take…

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Adelaide

Aldgate Kindergarten

3 Fairview Rd · Aldgate · SA 5154

Community kindergarten in Aldgate, South Australia, run alongside Aldgate Primary School with its own director and governing council, also offering playgroup and transition visits.

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Adelaide

O'Halloran Hill Kindergarten

Wren St · O'halloran Hill · SA 5158

Welcome to our O'Halloran Hill Kindergarten. We look forward to working with you, your child and family. We are committed to providing a playful, secure, respectful learning environment where…

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Adelaide

Woodend Childrens Centre

20 Bathbank Crs · Sheidow Park · SA 5158

Woodend Children’s Centre (WCC) is a Department for Education preschool site. We are located in Sheidow Park, adjacent to Woodend Primary School and offer both preschool and occasional care programs…

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Adelaide

Hackham East Kindergarten

642 Collins Pde · Hackham · SA 5163

We provide a play-based, child-centred program where curiosity, collaboration, imaginative play and critical thinking are nurtured. We foster the emotional and social development of children through…

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Adelaide

Madge Sexton Kindergarten

Madge Sexton Kindergarten 22 Tatachilla Rd · Mclaren Vale · SA 5171

Kindergarten providing early childhood education for young children, with an inclusive program and a focus on children as capable learners.

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South East

Port Elliott Kindergarten

5 Wright St · Port Elliot · SA 5212

The Port Elliot Kindergarten is a purpose-built building with a spacious, bright interior and a large verandah space for all-weather outdoor playing. We provide a responsive learning environment for…

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South East

Carol Murray Childrens Centre

1 Dinning Tce · Bordertown · SA 5268

Carol Murray Children's Centre offer a variety of play-based learning experiences in a safe environment to help each child reach their full potential. We encourage respect for others and the…

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Kindergartens by region

User guide to Kindergartens

Kindergarten is a form of education for young children and serves as a form of transition from home to formal schooling. It literally means "children's garden" and overlaps early childhood education and preschool. Children are taught to develop basic skills and knowledge through lessons and activities. In some countries, kindergarten is part of their preschool system and is usually attended by children between the ages of two and seven years.

In Australia, kindergarten is often used to describe the first year of education. It is relatively unregulated and is not compulsory for all since the first exposure to learning for Australian children is day care or a playgroup. In all states and territories, except for Western Australia and Queensland, kindergarten is separate from primary school therefore it is not generally considered as schooling. The responsibility for kindergarten lies with the respective education departments of each state and territory.

Tips on preparing your child for kindergarten

  • Attend the kindergarten orientation and try to follow any recommendations the school may offer.
  • Visit the school with your child and let him or her feel comfortable being there.
  • Leave your child with a trusted friend or relative for increasing time periods if there is an issue with separation.
  • Teach your child some useful tips such as zipping pants, buttoning the shirt, and tying shoelaces. Give your child opportunities to care for his or her toys and clothes.
  • Develop and refine your child's social skills by teaching him or her how to listen and how to talk politely and telling an adult when he or she needs help.
  • Talk to your child about his or her fears and do not downplay or minimize these feelings. Teach your child how to independently handle some problems that may arise.

Tips for choosing the best school for your children

  • Choose a school based on leadership instead of choosing whether public or private. If the leadership of the school is good, then you can expect the best service and education for your children.
  • The school must share the same values as your family. Consider the policies in place regarding behavior, punctuality and dress codes.
  • Does the school provide opportunities for growth other than in academics A school must also provide extra-curricular activities that would hone the skills and talents of the child.
  • The school must have a procedure regarding disciplinary issues that would support the child.
  • It is important for a school to have a Parent Teacher Association to foster interaction between students and other members of the community.
  • A good school does not enforce a single religion or ideal to the students, instead it promotes the growth of open-minded students who are interested in learning about spirituality.
  • The school must have activities and projects that help the community for the child to develop empathy and a sense of social justice.
  • Consider the costs of sending your child to a particular school and see if you can afford them.