Please note that our offices will be closed for the Labour Day Public Holiday on Monday, March 9, 2026. If your matter is urgent, please call (03) 5358 8700.
Help shape the future of aged care, early years and Stawell Sports and Aquatic Centre services by providing your feedback via three engagement opportunities available in March. You can find out more about these opportunities and how to get involved via the link below.
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Several council grant funding streams are now open for applications including the Tourism Events Grant which closes on March 9, and the Community Grant, Arts and Culture Grant and Creative Education Fund which all close on March 31. Further information can be found on our website via the link below.
The Northern Grampians Shire Council is dedicated to offering high-quality inclusive early years programs and facilities throughout the shire, catering to every stage from playgroup to daycare, kindergarten, and primary school.
We recognise that the early years of a child's life are the most important for learning and development. It is during this time that the foundations for the future are laid, and where we begin moving down the path that will guide us from infancy through childhood, adolescence, and into adulthood.
Please see below for more information regarding the programs and facilities that we provide.
Information about the council's immunisation program within the shire, including date availability in St Arnaud and Stawell.
Kindergarten is an early education program for young children aged three to five years of age, led by an early childhood teacher. Three-year-old kindergarten has been introduced across Victoria, which means families can now access two years of government-funded kindergarten for their children before they start school.
There are many long day care options within Northern Grampians Shire. Long day care services provide quality full-day or part-timecare for children of working families and the general community.
Maternal and Child Health (MCH) is a free service available to support families with children from birth to school age. Visits to your Maternal and Child Health Nurse focus on discussing topics to meet your families' needs.
Playgroup is a great way for young children to access learning and play opportunities. Attending playgroup is also a wonderful way for parents to relax with a cuppa and make new friends.
Primary Schools within the Northern Grampians Shire Council
Information about the Secondary Schools in our region.
Providing options for school holiday care programs around the Northern Grampians Shire area.