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Central KindergartenAdmission
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ContentsKindergarten Application Timeline......................................................................3Introduction..............................................................................................................4Kindergarten Eligibility..........................................................................................4Required Documentation.......................................................................................5Non-Residents of Moorabool Shire.......................................................................5Second Year of Funded Kindergarten..................................................................5Additional Needs.....................................................................................................5Immunisation – No Jab No Play.............................................................................5Priority of Access....................................................................................................6Early Start Kindergarten........................................................................................71. Lodging your Application.................................................................................82. Allocation of Places...........................................................................................83. Offer of a Place..................................................................................................84. Kindergarten Group & Session Times............................................................9Application Fee........................................................................................................9Incomplete Applications.........................................................................................9Applications Received after the First and Second Round Offers....................9Waiting List............................................................................................................10Deferral of Enrolment...........................................................................................10Changes to Applications or Kindergarten Places............................................10Three Year Old Kindergarten..............................................................................10Further Information..............................................................................................11Appeals Process.....................................................................................................11Privacy & Confidentiality.....................................................................................11
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Kindergarten Application Timeline
5 MARCH 2018Applications open online
APRIL 2018 ONWARDSCouncil receives applications Acknowledgement letters are emailed
29 JUNE 2018Applications for first round offers close 5:00pm
JULY 2018First round offers emailed
31 AUGUST 2018Applications for second round offers close 5:00pm
SEPTEMBER 2018Second round offers emailed
Kindergartens receive admission details for all accepted places from Council
FROM OCTOBER 2018 Families receive information from the accepted kindergarten to finalise enrolment. Please note thisinformation is provided from theKindergarten, not Council.
For more information call the Early Years team on 03 5366 7100or email [email protected]
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IntroductionMoorabool Shire Council’s Central Kindergarten Admission allocates children to four year old kindergarten programs on behalf of five kindergarten services located within the municipality.
Council is responsible for managing the application process and overseeing the allocation of four year old kindergarten places to children. Kindergarten Providers are responsible for managing the enrolment process after the kindergarten place has been allocated. Families will be required to complete an enrolment form and provide documentation as required by the kindergarten.
The participating kindergartens for 2019 Central Kindergarten Admissions are:
KINDERGARTEN ADDRESS PHONE WEB/EMAILBallan Kindergarten 88 Simpson St
Ballan 334003 5368 1228 www.ballankindergarten.com.au
[email protected] Kindergarten Darley Early Years Hub
182 Halletts Way, Darley 3340
03 5367 8605 www.ecms.org.au [email protected]
Montessori Kindergarten 176 Gisborne Road, Darley 3340
03 5367 7706 [email protected]
Wallace & District Kindergarten
739 Bungaree-Wallace Rd Wallace 3352
03 5334 0268 www.ecka.org.au [email protected]
Young Street Kindergarten Cnr Young & Bennett StBacchus Marsh 3340
03 5367 2443 [email protected]
Kindergarten EligibilityKindergarten is an early learning program for children in the year before school entry. Kindergarten programs are designed to engage children in quality learning experiences and provide them with opportunities to further develop their cognitive, creative, social, emotional and physical skills. Your child will build self-confidence and gain the ability to use and recognise language through a play-based curriculum.
The State Government provides funding for eligible children to attend four year old kindergarten programs. The following children are eligible to attend four year old kindergarten in 2019; as per the Department of Education & Training funding criteria:
Children who turn 4 years of age on or before 30th of April in the year of kindergarten attendance. Children who have received funding for a second year of kindergarten. Children who were eligible to attend a four year old program in the previous year, but deferred from the
four year old program on or before the last day of Term 1. Children turning 6 years of age in their year of kindergarten who have been granted an exemption from
the Department of Education & Training school entry age requirements. Children who are younger than the eligible age, but whose parents/guardians have gained approval for
their child to attend kindergarten the following year.
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Required DocumentationMoorabool Shire residents are required to provide proof of their address such as a current Rates Notice, current Drivers Licence, Utility Bill or Bank Statement. A photocopy or photograph of the document must be submitted with your child’s Application Form.
Children who are eligible for Priority of Access must provide additional documentation as outlined in the Priority of Access (page 6). Non-residents please refer to the Priority of Access Chart.
Non-Residents of Moorabool ShireKindergarten applications received from non-residents will be assessed on a case-by-case basis in January of your child’s Kindergarten year. Please refer to the Priority of Access Chart.
Families are also considered Non-Residents if they move out of the Moorabool Shire prior to the commencement of the kindergarten year.
Second Year of Funded KindergartenA child is eligible to receive a second year of funded kindergarten if:
the child is observed by the educator as having delays in at least two (2) areas of learning and development detailed in the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and;
there is evidence to suggest the child will achieve better outcomes if he/she attends a second year of kindergarten to strengthen the learning and development of skills in these areas and better facilitate transition to school the following year.
Additional NeedsKindergartens are inclusive and all children of all abilities are welcome. Please outline your child’s additional needs on the application form, this information is collected to inform the kindergarten so they can arrange appropriate assistance to help support your child’s transition to Kindergarten.
Immunisation – No Jab No PlayThe Victorian Government has amended the Public Health & Wellbeing Act 2008, effective January 2016. The amendments mean that early childhood education and care services cannot confirm the enrolment of a child unless the parent/carer has provided documentation that shows the child:
a) is fully vaccinated ORb) is on a recognised catch up schedule if their child has fallen behind with their vaccinations; Orc) has a medical reason not to be vaccinated.
Please note: After accepting a kindergarten place with Council, upon completing enrolment with the kindergarten, you will be required to provide the KINDERGARTEN with verification of your child’s date of birth and immunisation status. This will need to be done prior to your child attending the service.
You will be required to provide an Immunisation History Statement upon enrolment with the kindergarten in November, if you accept a kindergarten place for your child. An Immunisation History Statement can be requested from the Australian Immunisation Register by calling 1800 653 809, through their web site www.medicareaustralia.gov.au/online or by visiting a Medicare Service Centre.
If needed please discuss further needs with your child’s early childhood teacher who can help you determine your child’s eligibility.
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Priority of AccessPlaces will be offered in accordance with the Priority of Access (see chart below) and the Moorabool Shire Council Central Enrolment Policy.
PRIORITY OF ACCESS CHART:
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Children of Moorabool residents who are vulnerable and at risk of abuse or neglect, including children in out-of-home care
The child is:· Attending a kindergarten program through Early Start Kindergarten or
Access to Early Learning or;
Referred by:· Child Protection· Child and Family Services (family services referral and support team,
Child FIRST)· Maternal and Child Health nurse, or· Out-of-Home Care provider
Children of Moorabool residents who are of Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander descent
Families identifying their child as an Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander on the application form
Children of Moorabool residents who are asylum seekers / refugees
Appropriate visa that identifies the child and / or parents as a refugee or asylum seeker
Children of Moorabool residents who are eligible for the Kindergarten Fee Subsidy
Children or parents who hold a Commonwealth Health Care Card, Pensioner Concession Card, Veteran’s Affairs Card or proof of multiple birth children
Children of Moorabool residents with additional needs, defined as children who:· Require additional assistance in order to
fully participate in the kindergarten program· Require a combination of services which are
individually planned· Have an identified specific disability or
development delay
The child is:· Assessed as having delays in two or more areas and is declared eligible
for a second funded year of kindergarten· Approved for Kindergarten Inclusion Support package· Holds a Child Disability Health Care Card, or
Referred by:· The National Disability Insurance Scheme · Early Childhood Intervention Service, or· Maternal and Child Health nurse
Previous year deferrals Children of Moorabool residents who were eligible to attend the previous year but deferred to the following year prior to the last day of Term 1
Children attending a 2nd year of kindergarten
Children identified as eligible to enrol in a second year of kindergarten
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Priority of Access Criteria Process to Verify Needs
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Two Residents of Moorabool Shire or intention of
becoming a residentVerification documents will be in the form of:· Evidence of living in the municipality or of being a rate payer of
Moorabool Shire, or· Contract of Sale document
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e Children who have a connection to Moorabool Shire and who meet one or more of the following criteria:· The child’s parent/guardian is working
within Moorabool· The child’s parent/guardian is studying
within Moorabool
Applications are assessed on a case by case basis in January of your child’s kindergarten yearVerification documents will be in the form of:· Letter from employer or educational institution
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Four Non-residents of Moorabool Shire Applications are assessed on a case by case basis in January of your
child’s kindergarten year
Early Start KindergartenResearch shows an early start and more time at kindergarten prepares children for success at school and has a positive impact later in life. Early Start Kindergarten is free kindergarten to eligible three year old children where programs are offered by a qualified teacher.
Early Start Kindergarten is available to children who turn three by 30 April in the year they will be attending kindergarten and whose family is known to Child Protection (including those referred directly from Child Protection to Child FIRST) or are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
For more information on Early Start Kindergarten, speak to your MCH Nurse, call or email the Early Years team on 03 5366 7100 or [email protected] or visit
http://www.education.vic.gov.au/childhood/parents/kindergarten/Pages/earlystart.aspx
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1. Lodging your ApplicationApplications must be lodged by 5:00pm on Friday 29 June 2018 to be considered in the first round offers. Application and payment can be completed online at:https://www.moorabool.vic.gov.au/forms/kindergarten-application-form
Alternatively, paper copies of the application form can be picked up from and returned to Council Offices: Darley Civic Hub: 182 Halletts Way, Darley Lerderderg Library: Main Street, Bacchus Marsh Ballan Office: 15 Stead Street, Ballan MAIL TO: Moorabool Shire Council, PO Box 18, BALLAN VIC 3342
2. Allocation of PlacesAfter applications close for each of the rounds, children’s kindergarten places will be allocated according to the Priority of Access (see page 4), and your kindergarten preference. A ballot system will only be used if the number of applications received for a kindergarten exceeds the number of places available at time of allocation.
3. Offer of a PlaceOffers will be made via email. If you do not receive your email, don’t forget to check your junk mail/spam folder.
You will then be required to respond in writing with one of the following choices: Accept the kindergarten place offered; Accept the kindergarten place offered and ask to be placed on a waiting list for your preferred
kindergarten until 25 January 2019; Reject the place offered and ask to be placed on a waiting list for your preferred kindergarten; Defer your application to the following kindergarten year; or Cancel your application
Please note: After accepting a kindergarten place with Council, upon completing enrolment with the kindergarten, you will be required to provide the KINDERGARTEN with verification of your child’s date of birth and immunisation status. This will need to be done prior to your child attending the service.
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4. Kindergarten Group & Session TimesKindergarten Providers will begin contacting confirmed enrolments during October and November 2018, the year prior to commencement. At this time they will provide you with details of the orientation program, information, enrolment forms, group session times, fees and other information.
Session times vary from year to year, for more information regarding session times, orientation, fees etc., please contact the Kindergarten Provider directly.
KINDERGARTEN PHONE EMAILBallan Kindergarten 03 5368 1228 [email protected] Kindergarten 03 5367 8605 [email protected] Kindergarten 03 5367 7706 [email protected] & District Kindergarten 03 5334 0268 [email protected] Young Street Kindergarten 03 5367 2443 [email protected]
Application FeeA non-refundable application fee of $22.00** is required on submission of applications. Payment can be made by:
Online with a credit card as part of the online application process Cash, Eftpos in person at a Council office via post with cheque or money order attached to your application
Please make cheques/money orders payable to Moorabool Shire Council. If payment is not received with your application, it will be deemed incomplete and will not be processed until received.
**Fee will increase to $23.00 from 1 July 2018
Families experiencing financial hardship may apply to have the application fee waivered, this can be done by contacting the Early Years’ Service on 5366 7100 or via email to [email protected].
Incomplete Applications If an application is incomplete, i.e. the required verifying documentation and/or payment are not received, you will be contacted via telephone, email or letter requesting the required information. Your application will not be processed until outstanding documentation and/or payment has been received.
Applications Received after the First and Second Round OffersApplications received after first and second round offers, will be processed on a fortnightly basis, and allocated to available kindergartens according to your preferences. If no places are available your child will be placed on a waiting list according to the priority of access guidelines and the date your application was received by Council.
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Waiting ListIf application numbers exceed the number of kindergarten places available at a particular kindergarten, you will be allocated your second preference based on availability of places. If there are no places available at any of your preferred kindergartens, you will be notified of alternative places or given the option of remaining on the waiting list. Applicants on the waiting list are offered places in order of priority and the date the application was received. Children will continue to be placed until all vacancies are filled.
Deferral of EnrolmentYou may defer your child’s enrolment prior to or within term 1, providing your child’s enrolment has not been recorded on the Kindergarten Information Management System administered by the Kindergarten.
If you choose to defer your child’s enrolment you should speak to your child’s early childhood teacher as soon as possible to discuss your child’s readiness for kindergarten. Applicants wanting to defer their child's kindergarten enrolment will need to submit this request in writing to Council. Deferred enrolments will be re-offered the following year.
Changes to Applications or Kindergarten PlacesAny changes to your application or place, such as updating contact details, change of preference, cancellation of place or request to transfer to another kindergarten (dependant on availability of place) must be submitted in writing via:
Email to: [email protected] or; In writing to:
Moorabool Shire CouncilPO Box 18Ballan Victoria 3342
At the time of cancellation, Council will seek information from you about the reason why you have cancelled your child’s place. This information will help inform future planning and Central Enrolment service delivery.
Three Year Old Kindergarten To enrol your child in a three year old kindergarten program please contact the kindergarten provider directly:
KINDERGARTEN PHONE EMAILBallan Kindergarten 03 5368 1228 [email protected] Kindergarten 03 5367 8605 [email protected] Kindergarten 03 5367 7706 [email protected] Wallace & District Kindergarten 03 5334 0268 [email protected] Young Street Kindergarten 03 5367 2443 [email protected]
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Further InformationIf you have any questions about the Central Kindergartens Admission process or information found in this booklet, please contact the Early Years team on 03 5366 7100 or email [email protected].
Remember: Your child must turn four on or before the 30 April in the year you wish your child to attend the service.
Lodging your application:1. Contact/arrange a visit with the kindergarten service to decide on the kindergarten that will best meet
your needs.2. Read the information contained in this booklet.3. Apply by completing the online application at https://www.moorabool.vic.gov.au/forms/kindergarten-
application-form (this is the easiest and quickest way), or by collecting and filling out a hard copy application form.
4. Attach proof of address as a resident/rate payer of Moorabool Shire to application.5. Pay the non-refundable application fee of $22.00.**
**Fee will increase to $23.00 from 1 July 2018
6. Following an offer of a place, return the completed acceptance form to Council by the date indicated in the letter.
7. Ensure any changes to contact details are forwarded to Council in writing, so that the correct information is given to Kindergartens.
Appeals ProcessIf you have a dispute you are encouraged to lodge an appeal in writing to Council, to the attention of the Coordinator, Early Childhood Education & Care Services. A formal response will be sent within 10 business days of receipt of a letter or email. Email to [email protected].
Privacy & ConfidentialityAccess to completed application forms will be restricted to the Early Years’ Service and other relevant Council officers. Your enrolment information will be provided to the kindergarten your child has been allocated to.
Personal Information is held by Moorabool Shire Council in accordance with the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014.
If you require Kindergarten information in other languages, please go to:http://www.education.vic.gov.au/childhood/parents/kindergarten/Pages/about.aspx
Please note: Applications received without payment and/or the required documentation will be deemed incomplete and will not be processed until your payment has been received.
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For more information go to www.moorabool.vic.gov.auor call the Early Years team on 03 5366 7100.
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