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South Gippsland 2027 kindergarten registrations closing soon with first-round enrolments due 30 June 20262027 kindergarten registrations for three- and four-year-olds are closing soon. Families must apply through South Gippsland Council by 30 June to secure first-round offers and nominate preferred kindergarten options. By news@gippsland - 1st June 2026 - Back to News Three- and four-year-old kindergarten registration for 2027 are closing soon, register your child by 30 June. Three and four-year-old first round enrolments for kindergarten in 2027 are closing soon. 
South Gippsland Shire Kindergarten registrations for Round One started on 1 May and will be closing on 30 June 2026 Kindergarten registration is centralised through Council. Simply complete the form and nominate your kindergarten preferences. Registrations must be lodged by 30 June to receive a first-round offer. To register go to South Gippsland Shire Council website. Pictures from South Gippsland Shire Council Facebook page.
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