Enrolment

How to enrol your child in Foundation (Prep)                                                                

Starting primary school is an exciting time for you and your child. If your child is turning 5 years old by 30 April 2027, they are eligible to start school in 2027. Schooling is compulsory once your child turns 6 years old.

 

In Victoria, every child has the right to attend their designated neighbourhood government school (your ‘local school’), as set out in the Education and Training Reform Act 2006.

The Victorian government supports school choice. This means that you can apply to schools other than your local school. Schools will consider your application in line with the department’s Placement Policy and offer enrolment if there are available places. The department’s Placement Policy does not apply to schools with specific entry criteria, including specialist schools and English language schools.

 

This information pack outlines when and how to enrol your child in Foundation at a government primary school for the 2027 school year and guides you through the process.

If you wish for your child to attend a non-government school (Catholic or independent), please contact the schools directly for their enrolment processes. For information about enrolling in a government specialist school, please visit: vic.gov.au/how-choose-school-and-enrol.

 

What you need to do

 

  1. Find your local school

Visit www.findmyschool.vic.gov.au to find your local government primary school or nearby schools.

 

  1. Contact the school

Contact the primary school to book an optional school tour.

 

  1. Submit your enrolment application

Submit an enrolment application by Friday 31 July 2026. Undera Primary School uses the online enrolment form at VicStudents

 

  1. Receive and choose to accept an outcome

You will be notified of the outcome of your application via email between Monday 3 August and Friday 14 August 2026. If you receive an offer, you should accept the offer by Friday 28 August 2026.

 

  1. Prepare for your child’s transition to school

Take part in student transition sessions during Term 4, 2026, which will be organised by the school. Your child will start Foundation on Thursday 28 January 2027. For further information, visit: http://www.vic.gov.au/transition-school-resources-families.

 

More information

Contact a government primary school if you need further information or support. Below are some useful links:

 

 


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