On this page Content components A spacious and light-filled kindergarten that overlooks a well-shaded natural outdoor play area. Contact detailsAddress: 25 Nott Street, Balwyn 3103 Phone: (03) 9817 4939Email: [email protected]Website: Yongala kindergarten 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 Yongala Preschool Yongala's programs are based on meeting the individual needs and interests of children through a play-based philosophy that supports children’s growth and development. The staff offer a stimulating learning environment in which all children are valued and where importance is given to the process of learning. Yongala is an inclusive kindergarten that recognises and values the uniqueness of every child and family. Learn more about the centre's staff, programs, facilities and philosophies on the Yongala kindergarten website. 2026 session times3-year-old kindergarten programThis 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 programThis program offers 15 hours of free kinder per week, and 5 hours of additional optional hours.DayFree kinder hoursAdditional hoursTuesday9 am to 2 pm2 to 4 pmThursday9 am to 2 pm2 to 4 pmFriday9 am to 2 pm2 to 3 pm 2026 fees per term The Victorian Government Free Kinder initiative is available at this kindergarten. Concession rates are not applicable.3-year-old kindergarten program:Free kinder hours (15 hours per week): Free4-year-old kindergarten program:Free kinder hours (15 hours per week): FreeAdditional hours (5 hours per week): $610Voluntary contributionsParents have the choice of one of the following options:$400 voluntary contribution be active members of the committee of managementbe active members of the maintenance teambe active members of the fundraising team. 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 Yongala 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 Yongala Kindergarten. For the most up-to-date information, visit the Yongala Kindergarten website.
