Childcare and Kindergartens in Bendigo 2026, How to Find the Best Childcare Near You
Bendigo childcare guide 2026: how to find quality long day care, kindergarten and preschool in Bendigo, plus Free Kinder, CCS and waitlist tips for Bendigo families.
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Childcare and Kindergartens in Bendigo 2026
Bendigo has grown into one of Victoria's most significant regional cities, and childcare has grown with it. The Free Kinder program has been widely welcomed by Bendigo families, and long day care supply has expanded in line with population growth in the city's north and south growth areas. education.vic.gov.au/childhood
Types of Childcare in Bendigo
Long Day Care (LDC), Bendigo daily fees average $100-$135 before subsidy, among the more affordable childcare markets in Victoria. High-demand areas include Strathdale, Kangaroo Flat, Spring Gully, White Hills and the Epsom-Huntly growth corridor. Waitlists of 6-12 months are common at popular services.
Three-Year-Old Kinder (Free Kinder), 15 hours per week at no cost for all Bendigo 3-year-olds at approved services. A significant saving for Bendigo families. education.vic.gov.au
Four-Year-Old Kinder (Free Kinder), 15 hours per week, free, for the year before Prep. Required for school entry in Victoria. education.vic.gov.au
Family Day Care, available across Bendigo and surrounding areas including Castlemaine, Heathcote, Dunolly and Inglewood. familydaycare.com.au
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