Kindergarten funding

The Victorian Budget 2023/24 is providing $5,000 for every funded kindergarten across the state.

A secure online system for kindergarten funding applications, data collection, and reporting.

Funding information for kindergarten service providers, including eligibility criteria, obligations, and accountability.

Information for Victorian government-funded kindergarten providers about kindergarten funding rates.

Information for early childhood funding application forms and calculators.

How to determine if a child is eligible for an additional year of funded Three- or Four-Year-Old Kindergarten or Pre-Prep and supporting their parent/carer to apply.

Information for early childhood education and care services on how funding is allocated and what it can be used for.

Information about the Victorian Government's Three-Year-Old Kindergarten infrastructure strategy.

This grants stream funds projects that create more kindergarten places for 3 and 4-year-olds. You can use these grants for building or expanding kindergartens.

Resources and templates to help service providers and early childhood professionals strengthen their funded kindergarten programs.

The survey allows parents and carers to share feedback on their kindergarten experience.

The Victorian Government is introducing a new way to help families find funded and approved kindergarten programs.