Kindergarten Learning Programs - Ruyton Girls' School

Ruyton’s Early Learning Centre is designed for children aged 3 to 5 years old, encompassing two kindergarten programs (3-year-old) and two Pre-Prep programs (4-year-old). Drawing inspiration from the Reggio Emilia educational approach, the program places a strong emphasis on child-centred learning and inquiry-based education.

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Kindergarten Blue		Kindergarten Blue		Kindergarten Blue
	Kindergarten Yellow		Kindergarten Yellow	Kindergarten Yellow

(limited full-time positions are available that cross over both classes)

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Pre Prep Yellow	Pre Prep Yellow	Pre Prep Yellow	Pre Prep Yellow	Pre Prep Yellow
Pre Prep Blue	Pre Prep Blue	Pre Prep Blue	Pre Prep Blue

Operating Hours

Our Kindergarten and Pre Prep programs operate between 8.45am and 3.00pm during term times.

Extended Hours

Our extended day program operates 7.30am – 8.45am and 3.00pm – 6.00pm, during term time and non-term time.

Holiday Program

Our co-educators run our extended day program as well as our holiday program that runs during non-term times.

A kindergarten student smiling in the Early Learning Centre at Ruyton Girls' School

Child Care Subsidy

Ruyton Early Learning is a registered long day provider which means that government Child Care Subsidy (CCS) is available to families accessing our programs.

A kindergarten student climbing through outdoor play equipment in the Early Learning Centre at Ruyton Girls' School

Best Start, Best Life Reforms

The Victorian Government provides funding to support children in accessing high-quality kindergarten and pre-prep programs in the two years before school. Ruyton Early Learning is registered for the Best Start, Best Life reforms and can offer your child their funded kindergarten and pre-prep programs prior to commencing school.

Rated as Exceeding all Seven National Quality Standards

Exceeding PNG

Ruyton’s Early Learning Centre (ELC) has been rated as exceeding all seven National Quality Standards, reflecting a commitment to delivering a high-quality educational experience.