Enrolling in Foundation for 2026

If your child is starting Foundation (Prep) in 2026, you will be able to apply for enrolment at a Victorian government primary school from the start of Term 2, 2025 (Tuesday 22 April 2025).

What you need to do:

  1. Visit Find my School to find your designated neighbourhood school (referred to as your local school) for 2026 and other nearby government schools.
  2. Contact a government primary school to book a school tour and learn more about the school and the enrolment application process.
  3. Download the Foundation (Prep) Enrolment Information Pack for Parents and Carers (PDF, 308KB). This pack includes an application form. The school may also provide you with a copy of the form to complete or advise if they are using online enrolment.
  4. Submit your enrolment application to the school by Friday 25 July 2025.
  5. You will be notified of the outcome of your application between Monday 28 July and Friday 8 August 2025. The letter from the school will include the next steps. If you receive an enrolment offer, you should respond to the offer by Friday 22 August 2025.

Enrolment applications submitted after 25 July 2025 will be processed by the school as they are received.

Your child has a right to enrol at their local school. Your child’s local school is determined by their permanent residential address. The enrolling in a school page can help you to confirm your child’s address for enrolment.