Enrolment
Prep Information for 2027
Enrolments for 2027 are now open!
Download our step by step user guide and use the following link to enrol for 2027 Foundation at Bayswater North PS.
The Department of Education has released the statewide Foundation (Prep) enrolment timeline for the 2027 school year.
The timeline advises families when and how to enrol their child into Foundation (Prep) at a Victorian government primary school, including Bayswater North Primary School.
All government primary schools will follow the timeline in 2026 to support Foundation (Prep) enrolments for the 2027 school year.
You can find information and resources about the timeline, including factsheets and a poster at: Enrolling in Foundation (Prep).
You will be able to apply to enrol your child in Foundation (Prep) 2026 at Bayswater North Primary School from 20 April 2026.
What you need to do:
- Visit the Find my School website to find your designated neighbourhood school (your local school) for 2027 and other nearby government schools.
- Contact our school via phone (9729 1744) or email (bayswater.north.ps@eduation.vic.gov.au) to book a school tour or to learn more about our school and the enrolment application process.
- Download the Foundation (Prep) enrolment information pack from Enrolling in Foundation (Prep) (available at the beginning of Term 2). This pack includes an application form, which you can also request from our school.
- Submit an enrolment application for Foundation (Prep) by Friday 31st July 2026.
- You will be notified of the outcome of your application between Monday 3rd August and Friday 14th August 2026. If you receive an enrolment offer, you should contact our school to accept the offer by Friday 28th August 2026.
- Take part in enrolment information and transition sessions during Term 4, 2026.
- Prepare your child to start Foundation (Prep) from Friday 29th January 2027.
Enrolment applications submitted after Friday 31st July 2026 will be processed by our school as they are received, in accordance with the department’s Placement Policy.
Transition 2026
Our Transition to Prep Program begins in Term 4, 2026 and is aimed at making each new Prep student feel comfortable, happy and eager to start the new school year in 2026. The program offers classroom sessions, a chance to meet their classmates and potential teachers, and an opportunity for parents to get to know more about how you can support your child with a successful start to school. You will receive more information about our transition sessions once your enrolment is finalised.
Enrolment in Years 1-6
If you are interested in enrolling at our school, please complete the Application Form. If you require a paper form, please contact the school on 9729 1744.
Our school follows the Department of Education Enrolment Policy for the enrolment, placement and transfer of students.
Our School Zone
Students who live within the school zone are guaranteed a place at our school. To find out whether you live in zone, visit https://www.findmyschool.vic.gov.au/
All other applications will be considered subject to available space, and prioritised according to:
- Students with a sibling at the same permanent address who are attending the school at the same time
- All other students in order of closeness of their home to the school
The Department provides guidance through the School Placement Policy to ensure that students have access to their designated neighbourhood school and the freedom to choose other schools, subject to facility limitations. You can find more information and answers to frequently asked questions on the Department’s website under School zones.
