Bundarra Uniting Kindergarten.
312 Edgar Street, Portland VIC
Early Learning Centre
Early learning in Portland.
Our kindergarten is located on the site of Bundarra Primary School.
We offer an inclusive and creative kinder program, led by educators who are focused on nurturing
your child’s strengths, interests and social connections. We provide opportunities for children to have input into the development of the program.
Your child will enjoy fun learning adventures through creative indoor activities and outdoor experiences, sustainability, inclusion and diversity.
Our goal is to nurture happy, healthy children and inspire a lifelong love of learning.
Pre-prep: If your child meets the criteria for priority access, you may be eligible for up to an additional 7.5 hours of free kindergarten per week. From 2026, Pre-prep is available for 4 year old children enrolled in a kindergarten program in these priority cohorts:
• identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
• are from a refugee or asylum seeker background
• have had contact with Child Protection services.
Our centre
Our kindergarten offers indoor and outdoor play areas and equipment to support the physical and social development of your child. Our kinder features:
- A beautiful, sunny indoor space
- Sand pits and mud kitchen
- Shade trees and sails for sun protection
- Play equipment for games, climbing, skipping, throwing and catching activities.
- A large outdoor space for cubbies and tree houses
- Vegetable and herb garden
- Recycling area
Our centre
Our kindergarten offers indoor and outdoor play areas and equipment to support the physical and social development of your child. Our kinder features:
- A beautiful, sunny indoor space
- A large outdoor space for cubbies and tree houses
- Sand pits and mud kitchen
- Vegetable and herb garden
- Shade trees and sails for sun protection
- Recycling area
- Play equipment for games, climbing, skipping, throwing and catching activities.
The parents say
- Rachel, parent
Learning experiences
Your child will go on excursions, get involved in the local community and take part in environmental programs to help them become active members of the local community. We also get involved in fundraisers and social events.
Caring for the environment
Considering the world around us is an important part of our daily activities. We encourage children to:
- Recycle
- Reuse and reduce water wastage
- Learn about sustainable practices
- Compost food scraps
- Grow and look after plants and trees.
Fostering family and community connections
Your child will learn about their community and other cultures. Our centre celebrates significant cultural events. We also get involved in fundraising activities for causes that are important to the community.
We have a strong relationship with the local:
- Primary School
- Library
- Museum and art gallery
- Emergency services
- Indigenous community groups and members
- Animal trainers and handlers.
Pre-prep: If your child meets the criteria for priority access, you may be eligible for up to an additional 7.5 hours of free kindergarten per week. From 2026, Pre-prep is available for 4 year old children enrolled in a kindergarten program in these priority cohorts:
• identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
• are from a refugee or asylum seeker background
• have had contact with Child Protection services.
Health and wellbeing
Mental health
Our educators are trained in various programs to support the mental health of your child and are skilled in working with children who have experienced challenges and trauma. We can also refer to mental health support programs for families if you find yourself in need of assistance.
Nutrition
Your child will learn about good nutrition to form healthy eating habits. We do this by growing fruit, vegetables and herbs in our centre garden. We also teach food safety practices. We respect and follow culturally appropriate food guidelines as we educate the children about healthy eating and nutrition.
Safe environment
As a child safe organisation, our educators undergo regular working with children’s and police checks. We are focused on delivering learning and development in a safe and supportive environment, so you can trust that your child is in good hands.
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