On this page Content components A small community kindergarten tucked away in a beautiful bush setting. Contact detailsAddress: 31 Stawell St, Kew 3101 Phone: (03) 4329 0449Email: [email protected]Website: The Y KindersVisit the kindergartenVisit 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. You may email to arrange a visit, or call the kindergarten directly on Monday 8:30 am to 2:30 pm or during kindergarten session times. About Studley Park Kindergarten Studley Park Kindergarten supports children to be independent and inquisitive learners through a combination of open ended and intentional learning experiences. The kindergarten aims to provide a program that develops strong and confident learners by supporting experiences that create a foundation for a lifelong love of learning.The program incorporates real life experiences that connect to home, culture and community whilst providing a platform for social learning. Studley Park Kindergarten has two outdoor play spaces, and the outdoor program includes caring for vegetable patches and looking after resident chickens Rosie and Brave.The kindergarten prioritises children’s security and wellbeing and values the integral family and community connections in their program. Since 1957, they have strived for close partnerships between the kindergarten, families, and the community.Studley Park Kindergarten is managed by Ballarat YMCA. Find out more on The Y Kinders website. 2026 session times3-year-old kindergarten program3-year-old groupThis program offers 15 hours of free kinder per week.DayFree kinder hoursMonday8:30 am to 4 pmWednesday8:30 am to 4 pm4-year-old kindergarten program4-year-old groupThis program offers 15 hours of free kinder per week.DayFree kinder hoursTuesday8:30 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 and 4-year-old kindergarten program:15 hours per week: free. 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 Studley Park Kindergarten'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 Studley Park Kindergarten. For the most up-to-date information, visit the Studley Park Kindergarten website.
