Kinder to Prep

Starting primary school is a significant milestone for both parents and children. We understand that it can bring about feelings of nervousness and apprehension. However, we are here to make the transition from kindergarten to prep as smooth and enjoyable as possible for you and your child.

We highly encourage all new prep students to participate in our transition program. This program provides multiple opportunities for them to visit the school, meet their teachers, familiarize themselves with the school environment, and make new friends. The specific dates for the transition program in 2026 will be finalized in term 3.

If you are considering enrolling your child at Kosciuszko Street Primary School for Prep 2027, we invite you to book a tour with a member of our leadership team. Taking a tour is a fantastic way to gain further insight into what your child’s first year at Kossie will be like and to get a glimpse of their exciting journey throughout the next seven years. You can book a tour by contacting our general office directly.

Our school zone

Our school zone is available on findmyschool.vic.gov.au which hosts the most up-to-date information on school zones in Victoria.

Students residing within our school zone are guaranteed a place at our school. Your school zone is determined based on your permanent residential address.

Our school manages enrolments using the Placement Policy to ensure that students have access to their local school. Students may enrol at another school if there are available places.

For more information about our school zone, please contact our school. For answers to frequently asked questions about school zones, visit School zones.

2027 Foundation (Prep) Enrolments

All Victorian government primary schools follow the statewide Foundation (Prep) enrolment timeline. The timeline advises families when and how to enrol their child at a Victorian government primary school.

You can apply to enrol your child in Foundation (Prep) in 2027 from Monday 20 April 2026.

What you need to do:

1. Contact our school on 5174 2512 or by emailing traralgon.ps.kosciuszko@education.vic.gov.au to book an optional school tour.

2. Download the Foundation (Prep) enrolment information pack from Enrolling in Foundation (Prep) (available by Monday 20 April 2026). This pack includes guidance on the application process.

3. Submit an enrolment application by Friday 31 July 2026.

Our school uses the Department of Education’s secure digital enrolment system called VicStudents. This means you can submit your Foundation (Prep) application online and receive updates through the system. If you have any questions about the online enrolment process, please contact our school. Paper enrolment application forms are also available on request.

4. You will be notified of the outcome of your application between Monday 3 August and Friday 14 August 2026.

5. If you receive an enrolment offer, you should accept the offer by Friday 28 August 2026.

6. Take part in school transition sessions during Term 4, 2026.

7. Prepare your child to start Foundation (Prep) from Thursday 28 January 2027.

Enrolment applications submitted after 31 July 2026 will be processed by our school as they are received, in accordance with the department’s Enrolment Policy.

For more information about the Foundation enrolment timeline, visit: Enrolling in Foundation (Prep).

Other year level enrolments

We also accept enrolment applications for students in other year levels. You can submit a request at any time in the school year.

Eligible students who live within our school zone are guaranteed a place, while students outside the zone may be enrolled if there are available places.

If you are seeking enrolment at any other year levels, please contact our school for more information.