Located within the Kirrip Community Centre, Kirrip Kindergarten offers welcoming 3-year-old and 4-year-old kindergarten programs in three modern learning rooms. Guided by the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, our play-based program encourages children to build confidence, develop independence and take an active role in their learning within a vibrant community setting.
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Children build confidence, independence and social skills through play, hands-on learning and meaningful experiences. Our engaging indoor and outdoor environments encourage exploration, with open-ended activities, natural play spaces and a veggie garden that inspires curiosity, sustainability and connection with others.
We value strong partnerships with families, because when families and educators work together, children thrive. Through Storypark (our family portal), regular educator conversations, newsletters, and centre updates, we keep you informed and connected, ensuring every family feels valued and truly part of their child's journey with us.
We help children take their best step into school through School ReadY, our specialised literacy program, that builds early language skills. Plus partnerships with local primary schools and a range of community programs, we provide a holistic, wrap-around approach that ensures children, and their families, feel confident, connected, and ready for the journey ahead.
Our 3–4-year-old kindergarten program is delivered across two welcoming learning rooms, each accommodating up to 22 children with an educator-to-child ratio of 1:11. Through play-based learning, children build confidence, independence and the skills needed for their kindergarten journey.
Our 4–5-year-old kindergarten program is offered across two spacious learning rooms, each with a capacity of 33 children and an educator-to-child ratio of 1:11. The program supports school readiness through engaging, play-based experiences that foster curiosity, resilience and a love of learning.
Having so much space in this new facility helps us create different play and learning areas. Each room has a range of recycled, natural and other materials. Large windows provide plenty of natural light, creating a calm environment for children. We also have quiet places which allow children to reflect and have time to themselves.
Families provide snacks and lunches. However, cooking is an important part of our curriculum. Children can participate in making cakes to celebrate their peers’ birthdays. We also use vegetables grown in our garden in cooking with the children and celebrations with families and our community.
Our School Readiness Program supports children in their 4-year-old kindergarten year to feel confident and prepared for their transition to school. Through engaging, play-based learning, children build important skills in communication, early literacy and numeracy, independence, problem-solving, social connections and emotional wellbeing.
Our Early Years Engagement Support (EYES) Program provides additional support for children who may benefit from extra guidance with their learning, development and wellbeing. Working alongside families and educators, our EYES team helps identify individual needs, provides practical strategies and connects families with relevant services to support each child to thrive.
Our School ReadY Program combines play-based learning with intentional teaching to help children build the skills and confidence they need for a positive start to school. Designed for children attending 3 and 4-year-old kindergarten, the program supports key areas of development, including literacy and language, social skills and emotional wellbeing.
Hi, I'm Vicki, Centre Manager at Kirrip Kindergarten. With more than 12 years of experience in early childhood education, I'm passionate about creating play-based learning environments where children feel a strong sense of belonging and are supported to thrive. Together with our dedicated team, we work closely with families and the community to provide high-quality care and meaningful learning experiences for every child.
Families seeking 3 and 4 year old kindergarten can apply directly through the City of Whittlesea website, visit their site to get started with your enrolment today.
Diwakar, Kirrip Kindergarten parent
Kirrip Kindergarten offers programs for children aged 3–4 years (3-year-old kinder) and 4–5 years (4-year-old kinder). Programs are led by qualified early childhood teachers with a 1:11 educator-to-child ratio, ensuring every child receives individual attention and support.
Yes, Kirrip Kindergarten is a Victorian Government-approved kindergarten provider. Our play-based programs are led by qualified early childhood teachers, and eligible families can access government-funded kinder hours through both our 3-year-old and 4-year-old programs.
Yes, Kirrip Kindergarten is a Victorian Government-approved kindergarten provider and holds Kinder Tick accreditation. Eligible families can access government-funded kinder hours for both the 3-year-old and 4-year-old programs delivered at our Wollert centre.
Yes, we are located right next to Wollert Primary School, and we actively support school transition through structured readiness programs and close communication with local schools. Our educators help children build the confidence, social skills, and independence needed for a smooth start to primary school.
Kirrip Kindergarten is open Monday to Friday, 8:15am – 4:30pm. We are closed on weekends and public holidays. Contact us to discuss session availability and timetables.
Families are asked to provide their child's snacks and lunch each day. However, cooking is woven into our curriculum — children participate in activities such as cultural cooking experiences and using vegetables grown in our centre garden, making mealtimes a rich learning experience.
Yes, we are a registered NDIS provider. We are committed to inclusive education and work closely with families and support teams to ensure children with additional needs are fully supported in a welcoming, nurturing environment.
Our landscaped outdoor space features multiple dedicated play zones designed to inspire creativity, movement, and exploration. Natural materials, garden areas, and quiet reflection spaces are woven throughout the environment, giving children a genuine connection to the outdoors as part of their daily learning.
We use Storypark to document and share your child's learning milestones, stories, and photographs in real time. Our educators also maintain an open-door approach to communication, welcoming conversations with families at drop-off and pick-up and through regular updates.
Kirrip Kindergarten is operated by Y Whittlesea, a not-for-profit organisation and part of the YMCA, the world's oldest and largest youth organisation. The YMCA operates across more than 120 countries, guided by a mission to build healthy, strong, and connected communities. As a not-for-profit, every dollar generated through our programs is reinvested into the services we provide for families across Whittlesea, including the Kirrip Community Centre and the kindergarten programs it houses. Y Whittlesea has been part of the local community for over 30 years and operates disability programs, youth programs, recreation and independent schools alongside our early learning centres.
Our Kindergarten is an approved provider of a Victorian Government funded kindergarten program. It means we deliver a play-based learning program led by a qualified early childhood teacher.
Families seeking 3 and 4 year old kindergarten can apply directly through the City of Whittlesea website, visit their site to get started with your enrolment today.