Eastbourne Primary School welcomes enrolments from families residing in Rosebud, Boneo, Tootgarook and Rye, subject to Victorian school zoning requirements.

School zones in Victoria are determined by the Department of Education. Families can find their designated local school by visiting findmyschool.vic.gov.au.

Families residing outside the school zone are still welcome to apply. Applications from outside the zone are considered based on available places and in line with the Department of Education’s School Placement Policy.

All enrolment inquiries are to be directed to the school office. All requests will be assessed according to the Department of Education Placement Policy.

We welcome families to visit our school and experience the Eastbourne community firsthand. To arrange a school tour, please contact our school office to arrange a suitable time.

Children starting Foundation in 2027 must turn 5 years old by 30 April 2027. It is compulsory for all children to be enrolled in school by the year they turn 6.

Important Dates

Applications open: Monday 20 April 2026
Applications close: Friday 31 July 2026
Offers made: Monday 3 August – Friday 14 August 2026
Acceptance deadline: Friday 28 August 2026
Transition sessions: Term 4, 2026
First day of school: Thursday 28 January 2027

We welcome enrolment inquiries throughout the year for students in Years 1 to 6.
 Placements are subject to availability. Please contact the school office for up-to-date information and assistance.

1. Find your local school
Visit www.findmyschool.vic.gov.au to find your local government primary school or nearby schools.

2. Contact the school
Contact the primary school to book an optional tour. Confirm whether the school will be using the online
(VicStudents) or paper-based enrolment process. This information will be available through the school’s
website.

3. Download an information pack
Download the Foundation (Prep) enrolment information pack from Enrolling in Foundation (Prep). The pack
will be available by Thursday 2 April 2026.

4. Submit your enrolment application
Submit an enrolment application by Friday 31 July 2026 either online (VicStudents) or using the paper
form based on the school’s process described on their website.

5. Receive an outcome
You will be notified of the outcome of your enrolment application between Monday 3 August and Friday
14 August 2026. If you receive an offer, you should accept the offer by Friday 28 August 2026.

6. Prepare for your child’s transition to school
Take part in student transition sessions during Term 4, 2026. Your child will start Foundation from
Thursday 28 January 2027.