Enrolment Process
The Department of Education has a statewide enrolment timeline for Foundation (Prep) students. This timeline guides families on when and how to enrol their child in Foundation (Prep) at a Victorian government Primary School, including Orchard Park Primary School.
Applications to enrol your child in Foundation (Prep) for 2027 at Orchard Park Primary School will open on 22 April 2026. You can find information and resources about the enrolment timeline at Enrolling in Foundation (Prep).
Step-by-Step Enrolment Timeline
1. Book a school tour or learn more.
Contact our school by email at orchard.park.ps@education.vic.gov.au or phone 5947 9100.
2. Download the Foundation (Prep) information pack.
Access the enrolment information pack from Enrolling in Foundation (Prep) (available by 22 April 2026). This pack includes an application form.
3. Submit your enrolment application.
Lodge an application for Foundation (Prep) by Friday 31 July 2026.
4. Receive your enrolment outcome.
You will be notified of the outcome of your application between Monday 3 August and Friday 14 August 2026.
5. Accept your offer.
If you receive an enrolment offer, please contact our school to accept the offer by Friday 28 August 2026.
6. Attend transition sessions.
Take part in enrolment information and transition sessions during Term 4, 2026.
7. Start Foundation (Prep).
Prepare your child to start school from Wednesday 27 January 2027.
Contact Us
Email:
orchard.park.ps@education.vic.gov.au
Phone: 5947 9100
Book a tour or ask questions about the enrolment process.
Key Dates
Pack available: 22 April 2026
Apply by: 31 July 2026
Outcome window: 3 August – 14 August 2026
Accept offer by: 28 August 2026
Start date: 27 January 2027
Transition & Support
Students and families are invited to attend information and transition sessions during Term 4, 2026 to help make the start of school a positive experience.
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