Kindergartens in Australia

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

Showing 161–180 of 5,519

Sydney

Lane Cove Early Learning Centre

By appointment only · Lane Cove · NSW 2066

Here at Lane Cove Early Learning Centre, we aim to provide a safe, warm, secure environment for your child. It is the aim of our staff to create a "homely" centre where all children feel welcome and…

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Ballarat

Woodend Early Learning & Kinder

By appointment only · Woodend · VIC 3442

Woodend Early Learning and Kinder offers the perfect setting to encourage your child's journey of exploration and discovery. We offer child care in Woodend with inviting and well-resourced indoor…

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Sunshine Coast

Mountain Creek Early Childhood Centre

By appointment only · Mountain Creek · QLD 4557

Choosing the best early education centre for your child is an important decision. Getting the right fit with values, service, curriculum and resources can be difficult, not to mention finding a team…

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Geelong

Kids Club Torquay

By appointment only · Torquay · VIC 3228

Torquay Kids Childcare Centre is a leading early learning centre for kids aged 15 months to five years old in Hervey Bay, QLD. Call us today to learn more.

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Central Coast

Cobbs Road Early Learning & Kinder

By appointment only · Tuggerah · NSW 2259

Cobbs Road Early Learning & Kinder offers child care in Tuggerah in a centre full of wonder and laughter. Our modern outdoor spaces are thoughtfully designed to challenge children's abilities and…

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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.