Calculate your child's start years
This is a planning guide for Victorian families. Your centre can help you talk through the timing that feels right for your child.
How the estimate works
In Victoria, children can begin 3-Year-Old Kinder in the year they turn three if they are three by 30 April. Children born from January to April can choose to start in that year or the following year. For Foundation (Prep), children generally need to turn five by 30 April in their starting year. Individual circumstances and school enrolment decisions can vary.
Based on Victorian Government guidance. Read the official Kinder guidance.
The journey from Kinder to school
The move from kindergarten to school is a significant transition. Children develop confidence, friendships, independence, emotional regulation and early learning skills throughout their kinder years. Our teachers work with families to support each child's transition in a way that feels right for them.
Your child can remain with Jenny's ELC throughout their early learning journey, with educators who understand their strengths, interests and support needs. When the time comes to move to school, we work with you and your child's school to help make the transition feel familiar and positive.