We’ve launched a new Kindergarten Inclusion Support (KIS) digital application form.
From Monday 6 October 2025, kindergarten services must submit KIS applications through the submission website.
The digital form has been developed in conjunction with Australian Healthcare Associates (AHA) and in response to feedback to streamline the KIS application process.
There is no change to the process for KIS applications submitted before Monday 6 October 2025. Applications from Monday 6 October 2025 onwards, including for 2026 KIS support, must be submitted using the digital form. Services that cannot use the digital form can contact AHA for alternative options.
Guidance and support
For advice and support with the new digital process, contact your local KIS provider who can help with completing the application process.
The AHA KIS application support team can help with the submission of the application on the portal they host. To contact them, phone: 1300 564 149. Please note, only kindergarten staff and KIS providers can contact this number.
Inclusion programs satisfaction survey
We’re also launching a survey this month targeting services who have accessed one or more of these programs this year:
- Kindergarten Inclusion Support
- Kindergarten Inclusion Support Specialised Equipment
- Preschool Field Officer
- Flexible Support Packages.
The purpose of this survey is to receive feedback on your experience with service provision and how these programs have supported inclusion.
Services that have accessed these supports will receive an email invitation and we strongly encourage you to take part. Your feedback will help inform service improvements. Participation is voluntary and anonymous.
For more information, contact your Early Childhood Improvement Branch.
Find out more
For more information on inclusion supports in early childhood education, visit:
- Kindergarten Inclusion Support Program
- Preschool Field Officer Program
- Kindergarten Inclusion Support Specialised Equipment Program
- Flexible Support Packages.
For more information, visit Children with additional needs in early childhood.
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