On this page Content components Please note: We’re renewing Estrella Preschool in 2026 as part of our early childhood facility renewal program. While works are underway, the kindergarten program will be temporarily relocated to the Solway Primary School Hall, 18 Taylor Street, Ashburton. Find out more on our Estrella Preschool renewal page. Contact detailsAddress: 32 Chamberlain Street, Ashburton 3147 Phone: (03) 9885 5398Emails:[email protected][email protected]Website: Estrella Preschool websiteVisit the kindergarten: Visit our Open days for kindergartens page for information about the annual open day in May or contact the kindergarten to arrange a time to visit. About Estrella PreschoolPlay-based learning is at the heart of the Estrella program and takes place in both indoor and outdoor spaces. The large, light filled main room is inviting and engaging. The generous and natural outdoor environment offers endless possibilities for creative activity and fun. The dedicated and creative educators work hard to sustain an environment that encompasses the kinder's philosophies and promotes discovery, exploration, problem-solving, creativity, literacy, independence and resilience. Estrella prides itself on the solid community foundation they have established, and look forward to guiding your child.Learn more about the centre's staff, programs, facilities and philosophies by visiting the Estrella Preschool website. 2026 session times3-year-old kindergarten programOrange Possums groupThis program offers 15 hours of free kinder per week.DayFree kinder hoursTuesday8:30 am to 4 pmFriday8:30 am to 4 pm4-year-old kindergarten programBlue Owls groupThis program offers 15 hours of free kinder per week.DayFree kinder hoursMonday8:30 am to 4 pmWednesday8:30 am to 4 pmGreen Owls groupThis program offers 15 hours of free kinder per week.DayFree kinder hoursMonday8:30 am to 4 pmThursday8:30 am to 4 pmYellow Owls groupThis program offers 15 hours of free kinder per week.DayFree kinder hoursWednesday8:30 am to 4 pmThursday8:30 am to 4 pm 2026 fees per termThe Victorian Government Free Kinder initiative is available at this kindergarten. Concession rates are not applicable.3-year-old kindergarten program (15 hours per week): Free4-year-old kindergarten program (15 hours per week): FreeVoluntary costs3- and 4-year-old groups: $1,200 annually. A payment plan can be arranged, please discuss options with Estrella administration. Additional excursion or incursion fees may apply. Rating against the National Quality StandardEarly childhood education and care services are assessed and rated against the National Quality Standard (NQS) to:promote continuous improvement in the provision of quality education and careimprove knowledge and access to information about the quality of services to help families make informed decisions about their child’s education and care.See Estrella Preschool's rating against the NQS and learn more about the rating and assessment process on the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority website. Note: These details have been provided by Estrella Preschool. For the most up-to-date information, visit the Estrella Preschool website.
