- Why attending kindergarten matters
Kindergarten is a special place where children learn through play. It helps children build important skills that will support them throughout their lives — at school and beyond.
At kindergarten, your child will:
- make friends and learn to play and socialise with others
- ask questions and explore new ideas
- solve problems and think creatively
- build confidence and resilience
- learn to be independent and develop self-help skills.
Our kindergartens offer:
- fun indoor and outdoor play-based learning
- small and large group activities
- quality spaces designed for learning and exploring
- caring and qualified educators
- healthy snack and mealtime routines
- safe and inclusive programs for all children
- support for school readiness
- cultural learning and child safety education
- child body-safety program as part of our commitment to child safety.
- Why choose a Casey-managed kindergarten?
The City of Casey has been running kindergartens for over 30 years and has more than 300 experienced educators across 43 local services.
Here’s what makes us special.
- Our kindergarten environments are well-resourced and primed for learning.
- We follow trusted learning frameworks and quality standards.
- Each kindergarten is tailored to its local community.
- Our educators plan activities that match your child’s interests and needs.
- We work closely with families to support every child’s growth.
At Casey kindergartens, your child is supported by a strong team of experienced early years leaders and educators who ensure the best possible care and education.
Our leadership team includes:
- head of kindergarten programs
- program leads
- team leaders
- pedagogical coach
- SRF team leader
- onsite educational leaders.
These professionals bring deep knowledge of early childhood education, years of experience in mentoring and coaching, and a strong focus on what works best for children.
When you choose a Council-run kindergarten, you can feel confident your child is learning in a high-quality environment that leads the way in early education.
- Our values and philosophy
We believe:
- Children learn best when they feel safe, supported and curious.
- Learning happens everywhere — inside, outside, during play and mealtimes
- Families are partners in their child’s learning journey.
- Community connections help children feel they belong.
The City of Casey has consulted with children, families and educators to develop our kindergarten philosophy. It’s a framework based on a set of beliefs and values that guide how we engage and educate children in our kindergartens.
It’s built on five key principles:
- relationships
- ways of being
- connection
- quality learning
- leadership
- List of Casey managed kindergartens
Select a kindergarten to see photos of its facilities.
Berwick
- Berwick Kindergarten
- Brentwood Park Kindergarten
- Gwendoline Kindergarten
- Mansfield St Kindergarten
- Rossmoyne Kindergarten
- Timbarra Kindergarten
Clyde
Clyde North
Cranbourne
Cranbourne East
Cranbourne North
Cranbourne West
Doveton
Endeavour Hills
Hallam
Hampton Park
- Coral Drive Kindergarten
- Hampton Park East Kindergarten
- Regans Rd Kindergarten
- Strong Drive Kindergarten
Lynbrook
Lyndhurst
Narre Warren
Narre Warren North
Narre Warren South
Pearcedale
Tooradin
- Kindergarten work placement
Tertiary and TAFE students studying Early Childhood (or other education disciplines) can get a work placement at a Council managed kindergarten. Placements run between March and November each year and are under the guidance of a mentor. Students get valuable work experience with play-based kindergarten programs, turning theory into practice. Positions are subject to availability.
Requirements
To apply you must:
be over 18
provide a Practicum Placement Agreement. This outlines each party’s responsibility and requirements and is provided through the student's university or TAFE
have a valid Working With Children Check.
All student placements must be part of a tertiary or TAFE course. Due to the high number of placement requests we are unable of offer placements for Cert III in Education Support courses. Approvals for all student placement depend upon:
- Number of requests received
- Timing/dates of placements
- Availability of services to host students.
If you are unable to register online, print and complete the Student Kindergarten Work Placement form.
Please address the form to the Kindergartens team and return it:
- by post
- by email – kindergartenstudents@casey.vic.gov.au
- in person to a customer service centre
More resources
For a full list of Casey-managed (and independently run) kindergartens and their contact details, use our interactive map.
- Welcome to Kindergarten Booklet
- City of Casey Kindergarten Handbook