Sections of some reserves in Hobsons Bay have been closed due to asbestos contamination. For the latest information, please click the link below.
Asbestos remediation works
There are 19 Kindergartens in Hobsons Bay participating in the Central Registration Scheme. Other kindergarten providers also offer sessional and integrated kindergarten programs.
Find a Kinder Program is an interactive map to help you find three and four-year-old kindergarten programs near you that have been approved by the Victorian Government.
Sutton Avenue Kindergarten is a new two-room modular kindergarten providing 66 new kindergarten places in Altona North. It was funded by the Victorian School Building Authority with financial contribution from Hobsons Bay City Council. The new kindergarten, built on the site of the former Eastona Park Primary School, features:
Both groups are mixed age (three & four year olds)
Frequently Asked questions
Sutton Avenue Kindergarten is participating in the Central Registration Scheme. Registrations can be completed on the Parent Portal or using a hard copy form.
The children from Emma McLean Kindergarten used Sutton Avenue Kindergarten in Term 4, 2023 whilst their centre in Spotswood was being rebuilt. They have now returned to their new centre.
In 2024 the kindergarten will be used for Council-run children’s programs.
We plan to have open days for Sutton Avenue Kindergarten from mid 2024. Keep an eye on this page for more details.
We are currently conducting an expression of interest process to find an early years management service to run the kindergarten from 2025.