FAQs – Rowen Street

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enrol my child at Rowen Street Kindergarten?

When can I enrol my child at Rowen Street Kindergarten?

How can I find out where I am on the waiting list?

All waiting lists are held by the BKCES and are NOT available through the Enrolment Officer at the Kinder.

BKCES does not release information about where you are placed on the waiting list as this can change from day to day as applications are received. However, if you miss out on a first round offer from BKCES they do advise you of your approximate place on the waiting list by giving you a range (i.e. 5-9) so that you are able to assess your chances of receiving a subsequent round offer.

Any enquiries regarding this should be directed to BKCES:

Ph: 9278 4444 or

Email: bkces@boroondara.vic.gov.au

What are the chances of my child being accepted into Rowen Street Kindergarten?

Your child’s acceptance is dependent on the selection criteria which has many factors including:

High priority children including those on health care and pension concession cards

Repeats and Deferrals

having a sibling at the Kinder or one that has been at the Kinder in the last five years

if your child has previously attended the Kinder, for example attended 3 year old Kinder at Rowen Street

being a Boroondara resident and Rowen Street Kindergarten being your closest kindergarten

whether or not you have listed the Kinder as your first preference

If my child misses out on a place or does not attend 3 year old kinder at rowen street, can they still be offered a 4 year old place?

What if I do not meet the proximity requirement?

What if I want to change my preferences or details?

To change preferences or details you need to complete a Change of Application Details Form. Forms can be obtained from the BKCES website:

www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/residents/families-children/kindergartens

You have until late June of the year prior (Friday 24 June 2016) to commencement to change your preferences for the following year without affecting your date of application. Any preference changes after this date will affect your date of application and may place you at the bottom of the waiting list.

When will I know if my child has been offered a place?

Letters of Offer will made by BKCES in July/August of the year prior to commencement. A letter will also be sent if you have been unsuccessful and you will be advised of your child’s approximate position on the waiting list. Subsequent offers will continue to be made until all places at all Kinders in the BKCES are full.
From 1 January 2016 all kindergarten enrolments will be subject to provision of an immunisation status certificate showing that vaccinations are up to date.

How do I get an immunisation status certificate?