Dorrington
Kindergarten

Our Centre

Dorrington Kindergarten is part of the new Dorrington Child and Family Hub, which is now open. The Hub will consist of services supporting the health and wellbeing of children and their families.

We are a sessional kindergarten offering free enriching programs for three and four-year-olds. A play-based learning environment featuring both intentional and emergent curricula, supports every child to thrive.

Our learning program is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and tailored to the unique needs of each child. We believe that early childhood education is a collaborative partnership between educators and families and strive to facilitate ongoing engagement and communication with families around their child’s learning and development.

We incorporate real life experiences that connect us to home and community and provide a platform for social learning through peer engagement and nurturing reciprocal, respectful relationships.

At Dorrington, we encourage children to become independent and inquisitive learners through a blend of open-ended, intentional play-based learning experiences. Our program is designed to support, extend, and stimulate children’s interests, providing joyful learning experiences that lay the foundation for a lifelong love of learning and inquiry.

We are committed to fostering the rights of the child and consistently work towards developing their confidence, security, and independence.

Open Night

Wednesday March 19, 2025
5.00pm – 7.00pm

Dorrington Kindergarten

7 Dorrington Drive,
Mount Waverley.
VIC, 3149

Tel: 03) 4311 1566

Email: dorrington@ykinders.org.au

3 & 4 Year Old
Kinder Programs

We offer high quality free 3 and 4 year old play-based kindergarten programs.

Community
Excursions

Excursions are a key part of our curriculum. Venturing out into the local area allows children to explore the world around them, and feel a part of a community.

Space
to Explore

Our outdoor spaces are designed to encourage learning and exploration and include shaded grassy play areas, an all weather deck, mud patch, veggie boxes and a winding bike path.

Storypark App
Access

Storypark connects our educators with families, providing the ability to share news, service updates, progress and exciting moments from kinder to home!

SunSmart
Kindergarten

At our Kinder, we are very conscious of keeping our staff and children safe in the sun; and we are official participants in the SunSmart program.

Safeguarding Children
and Young People

We pride ourselves on our commitment to the safeguarding of children and young people, providing safe and fun environments for children to flourish.

Philosophy

Our kindergarten’s philosophy guides our teaching and approach to early learning. It is informed by the National Quality Framework and underpins all our service’s operations and daily practices.
For more details, please ask us for a copy of our Philosophy Statement.

The Y has been delivering Early Learning Programs for over 20 years and is passionate about creating safe, fun, educational environments where children can thrive. At the Y, we believe in the power of inspired young people and we feel there is no better time to begin inspiring than in an Early Learning program!

Enrolment & Session Information

Dorrington Kindergarten’s registration process is managed by the City of Monash’s Central Enrolment Scheme.

We operate free 4 year old and 3 year old kindergarten programs as a single mixed-age group on the days and times below:

2025 session times are provisional.

3 & 4  Year Old Mixed-age Kindergarten

Day Time
Tuesday 8.30am – 4.00pm
Thursday 8.30am – 4.00pm

*These session times may be subject to change prior to kinder offers being made

For additional support on your child’s enrolment, contact our Y Kinders enrolment team:

  • Call us on 03 4311 1500
  • Email us at enrolments@ykinders.org.au
  • Chat to us using the contact form on this page
 

Parent Info

We understand that starting kindergarten can be a big step for your child and your family.

From choosing and visiting a service, through to enrolling, orientation and anticipating the important first day, these all form the path to your child commencing at kindergarten.

 

Enrolment Assistance

To commence the enrolment process, please register with the City of Monash Central Enrolments Scheme using the links on this page.

For assistance or further information, please fill in the form below.


The Y acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to them and their cultures; and to Elders past, present and future.

View our full Commitment Statements here .

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