Inverloch and District Preschool

Welcome to Inverloch and District Preschool, located in the beautiful coastal town of Inverloch, Australia. Serving families in the nearby districts of the Bass Coast Shire, our institution has been a cornerstone of early childhood education for over 50 years.

At Inverloch and District Preschool, we offer a sessional kindergarten program for children aged 3 and 4 years old. Our educational programs are play-based and designed to cater to the diverse needs of families. We believe in focusing on children's strengths, needs, and interests, providing them with engaging learning experiences both indoors and outdoors.

We pride ourselves on building strong, respectful partnerships with both children and families. Our close ties with the local community and strong partnership with Inverloch Primary School ensure a successful transition to school for our students.

To give families confidence in our program, we proudly display the Kinder Tick, recognizing our funded kindergarten program. We offer free 3 and 4-year-old kindergarten programs, running 15 hours a week, with multiple groups available to suit families' preferences.

Excursions are an important part of our curriculum, allowing children to explore spaces outside of their immediate world within the center. We also have our own vegetable garden, compost bin, and herb planter boxes, which we use to teach children about growing, harvesting, and cooking healthy food.

Through the use of Storypark, an online platform, our educators can easily connect with parents, sharing news, updates, and exciting moments from kinder to home. Our large outdoor play areas, including a fairy garden, sandpit, running riverbed, and digging patch, are designed to stimulate play and ignite imaginations.

Safety is our top priority, and we are committed to providing secure and enjoyable environments for children to flourish. Our kindergarten's philosophy, informed by the National Quality Framework, guides our teaching and daily practices. For more details, please request a copy of our Philosophy Statement.

Inverloch and District Preschool is proud to be part of the Y Early Learning Programs, which have been delivering quality early childhood education for over 20 years. We believe in creating safe, fun, and educational environments where children can thrive and be inspired.

Enrolling your child at Inverloch and District Preschool is a simple and straightforward process. Managed centrally by the Bass Coast Shire Council and supported by the Y Kinders enrolment team, we are here to provide information and support for any queries related to your child's enrolment.

We understand that starting kindergarten is a big step for your child and your family. From choosing and visiting a service to enrolling, orientation, and the important first day, we are here to guide you every step of the way. To commence the enrolment process, please register with the Bass Coast Shire using the links on this page. For further assistance or information, please fill in the form below, and we will be happy to assist you.