Pre-Prep Program

4-6 years

About our pre-prep

kindergarten program

Kindergarten is a crucial stage in a child’s development, as they prepare for their schooling years. The Hive Early Learning Centres offer a government-funded kindergarten program that focuses on school readiness and ensures your child experiences a smooth transition into their school years.

What our Pre-Prep Program Offers:

  • School readiness: introduction of basic numeracy and literacy through intentional teaching, simulating the in-classroom environment.
  • Encouraging independence: learning to follow routines, manage personal belongings, and take care of simple tasks—developing a sense of responsibility and self-reliance.
  • Incursions: whether it’s an enchanting animal encounter, a fascinating science demonstration, a captivating storytelling session, or a cultural exploration, every incursion is designed to captivate children and inspire a love for learning.
  • Excursions: taking learning beyond the classroom walls, our kindergarten children have the opportunity to explore the world outside and discover new environments and experiences.

What our Pre-Prep Program Offers:

  • School readiness: introduction of basic numeracy and literacy through intentional teaching, simulating the in-classroom environment.
  • Encouraging independence: learning to follow routines, manage personal belongings, and take care of simple tasks—developing a sense of responsibility and self-reliance.
  • Incursions: whether it’s an enchanting animal encounter, a fascinating science demonstration, a captivating storytelling session, or a cultural exploration, every incursion is designed to captivate children and inspire a love for learning.
  • Excursions: taking learning beyond the classroom walls, our kindergarten children have the opportunity to explore the world outside and discover new environments and experiences.

Did you know?
Kindergarten is FREE

All 3 and 4 year old children in Victoria can access Free Kinder. This means you will save up to $2,100 per child each year.

Our Pre-Prep Kinder Room

Take a tour of our Kinder Room

FREE Kinder graduation yearbook

Enrol in funded Kindergarten at The Hive Early Learning Centres and receive a FREE Kinder graduation yearbook. 

A keepsake filled with a year’s worth of memories, unforgettable incursions, and the first steps of your child’s education journey. As you look back over the years, this yearbook will remind you of your child’s first friends, favourite activities, and the beginning of their excitement of learning. It’s a treasure that celebrates the start of their bright future!

Frequently asked questions

The Hive Early Learning Centres offer a high-quality kindergarten program for children aged 3–4 years. Delivered by qualified early childhood educators, the program is designed to build confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning through play-based and intentional teaching experiences.

Yes, The Hive Early Learning Centres provide a government-funded kindergarten program for 3–4 year olds. The program meets all national quality standards and is led by experienced early childhood teachers, ensuring your child receives the best start to their early education journey.

While the kindergarten program at The Hive Early Learning Centres is delivered within our long day care setting, it follows a structured curriculum led by qualified kindergarten teachers. This unique model combines the convenience of long day care hours with the educational focus of a school-readiness program.

At The Hive Early Learning Centres, children in our 3–4 year old kindergarten program learn:

  • Foundational literacy and numeracy concepts
  • Social and emotional skills
  • Independence and responsibility
  • Creative thinking through art, music, and storytelling
  • Scientific exploration and sustainability awareness
  • All experiences are thoughtfully planned to support each child’s individual development.

The Hive Early Learning Centres prioritise school readiness from the early years. In our 3–4 year old kindergarten program, children are introduced to daily routines, group experiences, problem-solving tasks, and self-help skills to ensure they feel confident and capable as they progress to 4-year-old kindergarten and eventually school.

Yes. As part of our all-inclusive approach, The Hive Early Learning Centres provide nutritious, seasonal meals and snacks prepared fresh onsite. Rest and relaxation are also embedded into the day, supporting each child’s health and wellbeing.

The Hive centre locations offer a range of enriching extra-curricular experiences as part of the kindergarten program, including:

  • Music and movement
  • Sports and physical development
  • Language and cultural programs
  • Nature-based and sustainability activities
  • Please check with your local The Hive Early Learning Centre to see what’s included.

To enrol in the 3–4 year old kindergarten program at The Hive Early Learning Centres, simply book a tour or contact your local centre. Our team will guide you through the enrolment process and provide all the information you need to get started.

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