fees
Below are some frequently asked questions about our fees and fee structure.
What are the fees for 3 year old and 4 year old kinder?
Since 2023, the Victorian Government have offered "free kinder" which means we will not be charging term fees for 3 or 4 year old kinder.
What happens to the money I have paid if I withdraw from kindergarten before attending?
The $25 Application Fee is non-refundable and the $100 deposit (paid when accepting the position) is refundable if your child does not end up taking up their position.
What happens to the $100 deposit when my child starts at Doncaster Kindergarten?
We use your child's $100 deposit as payment of $25 per term towards in house educational programs and excursions which take place at various intervals during the year. If the money is not spent on inhouse educational programs and excursions, it will be refunded to parents.
How many hours are provided for the FREE funded 4 year old kinder program?
As the 4 year old program is funded by the Government, we are required to provide 600 hours of kinder (15 hours x 40 weeks).
How many hours are provided for the FREE funded 3 year old kinder program?
From 2026, we now provide 15 hours of 3 year old kinder per week and the program is fully funded by the Government.
