School Tours at Pender’s Grove Primary
We warmly welcome all prospective parents and carers to arrange a tour of our school. To book a time, please contact our office on (03) 9484 1076 or visit our booking page. During your tour, the Principal will guide you through the school facilities, explain our programs, and answer any questions you may have about enrolment, curriculum, and school life.
Enrolment Eligibility
Children must turn five years old by 30 April in the year they begin school to be eligible for enrolment at Pender’s Grove Primary. When enrolling, you will need to provide:
– A copy of your child’s birth certificate
– A current immunisation certificate
Immunisation certificates can be obtained by contacting Medicare at 1800 653 809 or by visiting a Medicare office.
Understanding Our School Zone
Our school zone is outlined on the official government website: findmyschool.vic.gov.au
This tool provides the most current information about school zoning in Victoria from 2020 onwards.
Key zoning information:
– Students residing within our designated zone are guaranteed a place at Pender’s Grove Primary.
– Your eligibility is based on your permanent residential address.
– The Department of Education’s School Placement Policy ensures fair access to your local neighbourhood school, while also allowing choice of other schools if space permits.
You can find additional details and answers to FAQs about school zones on the Department of Education website.
Enrolment Timelines
We encourage families to enrol their Prep students by **mid-Term 3** to help us prepare for Orientation Programs and class planning for the following school year.
For enrolments at other year levels, enquiries are welcome at any time throughout the year. Offers are subject to school zone eligibility and availability in specific year levels.
International Student Enrolments
We welcome international students at Pender’s Grove Primary School. For more details, please visit our International Student Enrolments page for eligibility, documentation, and application guidelines.
For further assistance or to start the enrolment process, please don’t hesitate to contact our school office.