Frequently Asked Questions

How are kindergarten places allocated?

Boroondara Kindergarten Central Registration Scheme (BKCRS) manage the enrolment process and provide a comprehensive explanation here as to how kindergarten places are allocated.  

How old must my child be to start Kinder?

Your child must be 3 years of age before commencing 3 year old kindergarten and must be 4 years of age by 30 April in the year of attendance at 4 year old kindergarten. Children born between January 1 and April 30 may be considered ‘young’ in comparison to the other children in their year level (this applies to kindergarten as well as school) and there is a growing trend to delay entry by one year, to coincide with a later school entry.

For more information about kindergarten and school readiness, refer to Transition: A Positive Start to School Resource Kit.

Do they need to be toilet trained?

No, although you are strongly encouraged to have your child toilet trained before they begin kindergarten. North Kew Kinder does not have access to a designated ‘nappy change’ area.

Do I have to live in Kew/Kew East to attend?

No, however if places are limited, precedence is given to families who live closest to the kinder - see the 'selection criteria' as set out by BKCES which apply to all applications.