Kindergartens in Australia

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

Showing 41–60 of 5,519

Randwick Creative Childcare
Sydney

Randwick Creative Childcare

By appointment only · Randwick · NSW 2031

Randwick Creative Childcare is a family owned, small and caring Childcare Centre and Pre-school in Randwick. We are a Montessori centre that provides education and care for children from ages 2-6…

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Buttercups Childcare and Kindergarten
Perth

Buttercups Childcare and Kindergarten

By appointment only · Northbridge · WA 6003

Buttercups is a well known family owned and independent Child Day Care Centre and Kindergarten sited in a stunning heritage house opposite a beautiful park very close to Perth CBD. We have a strong…

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Strathpine Early Learning Centre
Brisbane

Strathpine Early Learning Centre

By appointment only · Strathpine · QLD 4500

At the Strathpine Early Learning Centre, we ensure to deliver the best quality early childhood education and childcare services for children in the Nursery, Toddler, Pre-Kindy, Kindergarten, and…

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MindChamps: Wheeler Heights
Sydney

MindChamps: Wheeler Heights

By appointment only · Wheeler Heights · NSW 2097

MindChamps Wheeler Heights is an education centre that offers a premium early learning experience that equips children with learning strategies to help them succeed in the modern environment. Its…

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Annesley Junior School
Adelaide

Annesley Junior School

28 Rose Tce · Wayville · SA 5034

Annesley Junior School has an emphasis on building and valuing community, a dedication to modelling and teaching basic human values, and a commitment to delivering outstanding learning opportunities.…

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Athelstone Kindergym
Adelaide

Athelstone Kindergym

By appointment only · Newton · SA 5074

Athelstone Kindergym promotes the development of the whole child socially, emotionally, cognitively and physically through play it's a place where children can swing, jump, throw, climb, explore and…

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Emily Foord Memorial Kindergarten
Brisbane

Emily Foord Memorial Kindergarten

By appointment only · Stafford · QLD 4053

Set amongst the trees Emily Foord Memorial Kindergarten has been providing children with memorable childhood experiences for over 50 years. We are very fortunate to be situated in a cul-de-sac…

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Petit Early Learning Journey: Clifton Hill
Melbourne

Petit Early Learning Journey: Clifton Hill

By appointment only · Clifton Hill · VIC 3068

Our child care studios are fully resourced with a variety of activities for children to participate in. Our children's favourite playtime activities include our modern dance and music program,…

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Petit Early Learning Journey: Burdell
Townsville

Petit Early Learning Journey: Burdell

By appointment only · Burdell · QLD 4818

We want all of our families to feel welcome and accommodated, and so on your child's first day you will be welcomed and walked to his or her studio. Although saying goodbye may be difficult, you can…

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Petit Early Learning Journey: Barton
Canberra

Petit Early Learning Journey: Barton

By appointment only · Barton · ACT 2600

Barton preschool houses a great indoor/outdoor playground which is fully climate controlled, meaning that your child will be able to play and run around no matter the weather. We believe in a play…

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Petit Early Learning Journey: Murwillumbah
North Coast

Petit Early Learning Journey: Murwillumbah

By appointment only · Murwillumbah · NSW 2484

Petit Early Learning Journey provides a secure and compassionate environment to enhance awareness of your child's inner strengths, esteem as individuals, dignity and autonomy, self-confidence and…

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123 Grow Child Care Centre
Brisbane

123 Grow Child Care Centre

By appointment only · Logan Central · QLD 4114

123 Grow Child Care Centre (Logan Central) - QLD Kindergarten Approved Child Care Centre servicing all of Logan and surrounding suburbs. Our services include Long Day Care, Before and After School…

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Sydney

Jacaranda Preschool

25 Fromelles Ave · Seaforth · NSW 2092

Jacaranda has provided quality care and education for young children for over a decade the family owned preschool has transitioned from a family day care, a long day care centre to the present day…

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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.