Longwarry
Kindergarten

Our Centre

At Longwarry Kindergarten, we strive to provide a friendly and open environment which is inclusive of all children and where families feel welcomed and valued.

We acknowledge the importance of forming successful relationships with children, families and the community to optimise positive outcomes for each child.

We aim to develop a sense of wonder, enthusiasm and love of learning in each child as they continue their journey through life. 

Our play spaces are designed to be irresistible, stimulate curiosity and provide children with choice to engage them in exploration. Through building on children’s strengths and interests and incorporating these into our program and environments, we aim to increase learning and active participation.

We believe play based learning supports children to become competent and confident learners.

Longwarry Kindergarten proudly displays the Kinder Tick to help families feel confident that our program is recognised as a funded kindergarten program and:

  • Is led by qualified staff
  • Children benefit from play-based learning
  • The kindergarten program is funded and approved by the Victorian Government
  • Our program complies with government guidelines and the National Quality Framework

Longwarry Kindergarten

4 Ford Place
Longwarry, VIC, 3816

Tel: (03) 4311 1546

Email: longwarry@ykinders.org.au

Victorian Approved Kinder Tick

3 & 4 Year Old
Kinder Programs

We offer free 3 and 4 year old kindergarten, with our programs running 15 hours a week.

Community
Excursions

Excursions support children to explore and get to know different spaces outside of the kinder. They provide exciting experiences and help children feel part of their community.

Diverse
Curriculum

Our diverse curriculum incorporates music, play and discussion, helping children gain deeper understanding of cultures and beliefs from around the world, through a range of activities.

Storypark App
Access

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

Space to
Explore

Our outdoor and indoor play areas are designed to encourage learning and exploration. Specially created spaces mean that there is plenty of room to move, learn and play!

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

Longwarry Kindergarten’s enrolment process is managed centrally by the Baw Baw Shire Council and is supported by the Y Kinders enrolment team who will provide information and support on any queries relating to your child’s enrolment.

We operate free 4 year old and 3 year old kindergarten programs on the days and times below:

3 Year Old Kindergarten

Yellow Group (2024)

Day Time
Monday 9.00am – 2.00pm
Wednesday 9.00am – 2.00pm
Friday 9.00am – 2.00pm

4 Year Old Kindergarten

Blue Group (2024)

Day Time
Monday 9.00am – 2.00pm
Tuesday 9.00am – 2.00pm
Thursday 9.00am – 2.00pm

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

  • Call us on 03 4311 1500
  • Email us at enrolments@yballarat.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 Baw Baw Shire’s Central Applications 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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