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Children and Families

We offer support for children and families from birth to school transition (ages 0-6 years).
We provide choices for families that give the right support at the right time.

See what Council is working towards for children and families in Knox in our Key Life Stages Plan 2017-21.

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Family Children Services Frequently Asked Questions FAQs.

For further information regarding Council Services impacted by Covid-19, refer to our Coronavirus (COVID-19) page

A Guide to Family & Children's Services in Knox
The Guide to Family & Children’s Services contains important information about Knox City Council’s Early Years Services (MCH, Playgroup, Child Care, Preschool and Additional Support).
Three-year-old kindergarten
Contact and enrolment details for three-year-old kindergarten.
Changes to three-year-old kindergarten
Information about changes in funding for three-year-old kindergarten in Knox.
Knox Council 4 Year Old Kindergarten
Find out about Knox kindergarten services and our KEYS Online system for registering your child in 4 year old kindergarten.
Resources for Learning at Home
Resources for families to use to support learning at home for children 0 – 6 years.
Knox Children & Family Centres - Bayswater & Wantirna South
Specially designed state-of-the-art Early Years centres, which include Long Day Care, Preschool, MCH, Playgroups and Occasional Care (Wantirna Sth).
Early Years Preschool Parent Groups
Find out more about how Knox Council will transition to the Early Years Management Framework in 2019 and how you can be involved.

Maternal and Child Health
If you’re a parent living in Knox, find out what our Maternal and Child Health Service offers and where they’re located.
Playgroups
Playgroups are for families and their children 0-6 years. Find your local Playgroup.
Additional Support for Children & Families
Do you need information about children with additional needs, or what supports are available for you as a parent or carer?
School Aged Children
We work hard to support children and families to have a smooth start to primary school. Read more here...
Early Years Advisory Committee
Provides advice to Council on the emerging issues affecting families
Family and Children's Services Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about Council's Family and Children's Services

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