Kinder and school
From preschool to NAPLAN: starting ages, readiness and care around school hours.
Rules differ by state
Starting ages, preschool programs and term dates are set by each state and territory. Pick your state for the details.
Guides
SchoolIs my child ready for school? Starting age by stateStarting ages across Australia, and what readiness looks like.SchoolFree kinder and preschool: what each state offersEarly learning in the year or two before school, and how to find a place.SchoolNAPLAN: what parents need to knowWhat the tests cover, when they happen and how to read the report.SchoolBefore and after school care: options and costsOutside school hours care explained, and how Child Care Subsidy applies.Family lifeChildren’s books by ageSturdy first books through to early readers.
Other topics
Dads & partners Money & support Health & safety School
Useful tools
Family & schoolStarting school plannerThe year before, the first week and the first term.Family & schoolSchool note organiserSchool dates, costs and things to bring together.FeedingLunchbox plannerPlan the school week and build a shopping list.Family & schoolSchool holiday plannerOfficial state dates and your own family plans.