Foundation Enrolments
2027 Foundation (Prep) Enrolments
To start Foundation (Prep), your child must turn 5 by 30 April of the year they begin school.
Our School Zone
Our school zone is available on Find My School, which hosts the most up-to-date information on Victorian school zones. Students living within our zone are guaranteed a place at Carranballac, based on their permanent residential address.
Enrolments are managed under the Department's Placement Policy, which ensures students have access to their designated neighbourhood school and may enrol elsewhere if places are available.
Information for parents: Enrolling in Foundation (Prep)
2027 Foundation Enrolments
The Department of Education releases a statewide Prep enrolment timeline each year, setting out when and how families enrol their child into Foundation at a Victorian government primary school, including Carranballac. All government primary schools follow this same timeline.
You'll be able to apply to enrol your child in Foundation 2027 at Carranballac from the start of Term 2, 2026. Update on Website The Foundation enrolment information pack will be available on this page from that date.
Download: Foundation (Prep) Enrolment Information Pack for Parents and Carers (DOCX, 1.2MB)
Key dates and activities for the 2026–27 timeline:
- From the start of Term 2, 2026: parents and carers can submit their enrolment applications, following the release of 2027 school zones on Find My School and publication of the Foundation enrolment information packs.
- By 31 July 2026: enrolment applications from parents and carers are due.
- From 4 August 2026: schools notify parents/carers of the outcome of enrolment applications.
- 28 August 2026: parents and carers who receive an enrolment offer should respond to the offer.
- 28 August 2026: written appeals from parents and carers are to be lodged with the College.
- 11 September 2026: schools notify parents/carers in writing of the outcome of appeals.
Prospective Foundation Families – Information Session & School Tour
Date: TBC
Time: TBC
This session is for families looking to enrol their child in Foundation for 2027. Come along to learn about our Foundation program, tour our facilities, and find out how we make the transition to school smooth and exciting.
What you need to do:
- Contact the College on 9395 3533 or email: carranballac.p9@education.vic.gov.au to learn more about Carranballac and the enrolment process.
- Book a tour
- Download the Foundation enrolment information pack.
- Submit your application and supporting documentation by 31 July 2026.
- You'll be notified of the outcome from 4 August 2026.
- If you receive an offer, contact the College to accept by 28 August 2026.
- Take part in enrolment information and transition sessions during Term 4, 2026.
Tuesday 24th November 2027 Foundation Transition Session 1
Tuesday 1st December BW 2027 Foundation Transition Session 2 and Parent Information Session
Thursday 3rd December JW Foundation Transition Session 2 and Parent Information Session
Tuesday 8th December Foundation Transition Session 3 Your child starts Foundation in late January 2027
Foundation 1:1 Assessments Friday 29th January, 1st & 2nd February
Foundation Student start school on Wednesday 3rd February
Applications submitted after 31 July 2026 will be processed by the College as they're received, in accordance with the Department's Placement Policy.
Please note that submitting an enrolment form doesn't guarantee a place, and we ask for your patience while your application is being processed. You'll receive written notice of the outcome, and accepted families will then be guided through the transition program.
Contact
Boardwalk Campus: Miyuki Watson
Jamieson Way Campus: Kim Walters
Phone: 03 9395 3533
