the Y
Our community Preschool is a vibrant pulse in the Mallacoota community.
We believe in a holistic approach to education where children are nurtured and encouraged to wonder, explore, investigate, create and grow at their own pace.
We have an open, friendly and vibrant curriculum based on the natural environment, the arts, and the children’s interests.
From 2026, we’re offering 20 hours of Pre-Prep (more hours of free kindergarten for 4 year olds).
Mallacoota Preschool proudly displays the Kinder Tick to help families feel confident that our program is recognised as a funded kindergarten program and:
Tel: (03) 4311 1580
Email: mallacoota@ykinders.org.au
We offer 15 hours of free 3 year old kindergarten and 20 hours of Pre-Prep weekly.
Excursions and incursions are a key part of our program. Venturing out into the local area allows children to explore the world around them and feel a part of their community.
Our Kinder has its own vegetable garden. We grow, harvest and cook our fresh produce! We promote healthy eating and teach our children about the importance of healthy foods.
Storypark connects our educators with parents, providing the ability to share news, service updates, progress and exciting moments from kinder to home!
We incorporate music and movement exploration where children can freely express themselves, develop and learn in a fun and unintimidating way.
We pride ourselves on our commitment to the safeguarding of children and young people, providing safe and fun environments for children to flourish.
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!
Mallacoota Preschool’s enrolment process for 2026 is managed by the Y Kinders’ enrolment team. Registrations for 2027 are managed by East Gippsland Shire Council.
We operate both 4 year old and 3 year old free kindergarten programs as a mixed-age group on the days and times below:
| Day | Time |
| Tuesday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Wednesday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Thursday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Day | Time |
| Monday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Tuesday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Wednesday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Thursday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Day | Time |
| Tuesday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Wednesday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Thursday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Day | Time |
| Monday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Tuesday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Wednesday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
| Thursday | 9.00am – 2.00pm |
For additional support on your child’s enrolment, contact our Y Kinders enrolment team:
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.
To enrol in one of our programs please use the links on this page.
For assistance or further information, please fill in the form below.
