How to enrol

Enrolling with BPA is simple.
Follow the steps below based on the type of program you’re choosing for your child.

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Choose your program type

Families can select from three BPA early learning options:

Childcare – 6 weeks to 5 years

✔ Register directly with BPA
✔ Flexible full-day care
✔ Meals included
✔ Play-based learning and kindergarten program

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Integrated kindergarten – part of our childcare program

✔ Register directly with BPA
✔ Kinder program delivered by an early childhood teacher
✔ Free Kinder subsidy applied to your fees
✔ Meals included

Sessional kindergarten – 3 and 4 year old

✔ Register through your local council
✔ Set session times
✔ Free Kinder

This distinction matters, so we guide families to the right pathway from the start.

Choose the enrolment pathway that applies to your child

Enrolling with BPA is straightforward.
The steps depend on the program your child is attending, so start by choosing the pathway that applies to your family.

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Childcare & Integrated Kindergarten

How to enrol for Childcare and Integrated Kindergarten

These programs follow the same registration process.

If your child is enrolling in childcare or an integrated kindergarten program, registration is completed directly with BPA. You do not need to apply through your local council.

Step 1: Submit an enquiry to BPA
Complete our online enquiry form or contact your preferred BPA centre.
We’ll confirm availability and answer your questions.

Step 2: Accept your offer
If a place is available, we’ll send you an offer directly.
You accept your place with BPA. No council registration is required.

Step 3: Complete your enrolment paperwork
We’ll request:

  • enrolment details

  • emergency contacts

  • medical plans (if required)

  • your child’s Immunisation History Statement (AIR)

A 16-week grace period may apply if you need time to obtain your AIR statement.

Step 4: Book your orientation visit
Meet the educators, explore the rooms, and support your child’s transition.

Step 5: Start with confidence
On your first day, our educators will support you and your child from the moment you arrive.

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Sessional Kindergarten

How to enrol for Sessional Kindergarten

These programs are managed through your local council.

Sessional kindergarten places are allocated through central council registration systems. BPA does not manage the initial application process for these programs.

Step 1: Apply through your local council
Councils we work with include:

  • Brimbank

  • Melton

  • Wyndham

  • Moonee Valley

  • Maribyrnong

Each council has its own online application portal.

Step 2: Rank your kindergarten preferences
Select BPA kindergartens in your list of preferences.
Your council manages waitlists and offers.

Step 3: Accept your council offer
Once you accept your place, your council will notify us.

Step 4: Complete BPA enrolment paperwork
We’ll then send you BPA enrolment forms and orientation details.

Step 5: Attend orientation and start kindergarten
Your child will meet the educators, explore the room, and get ready for their first day.

Not sure which pathway applies to your child? Our team is happy to help.
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Documents you’ll need

For any BPA enrolment (childcare, integrated kindergarten, sessional kindergarten):

  • your child’s Immunisation History Statement (AIR)
  • completed enrolment form
  • emergency contacts
  • court orders (if any)
  • medical plans (if relevant)

Need support?

Our team can help you with:

  • CCS and fee support
  • council registration questions
  • choosing the right program
  • next steps and timelines


We’re here for you at every stage.

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