Parent Information
Enrolments
Welcome to Donburn! We’re so excited to have you join our vibrant and friendly community, where every student is valued and supported.
Enrolment
Enrolment Information
Donburn Primary School is excited to be part of a new online enrolment system for students joining Victorian Government Schools. It’s super easy to use and completely secure, so your details are always safe.
This online system is for new Foundation (Prep) students and those transferring from interstate or non-government schools. If your child is transferring from another Victorian Government School, please email Donburn Primary School for further information. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Our School Zone – Our school zone is available on findmyschool.vic.gov.au which hosts the most up-to-date information on school zones in Victoria.
Students residing within our school zone are guaranteed a place at our school. Your school zone is determined based on your permanent residential address.
Our school manages enrolments using the Placement Policy to ensure that students have access to their local school. Students may enrol at another school if there are available places.
For more information about our school zone, please contact our school. For answers to frequently asked questions about school zones, visit School zones.
Enrolment
Foundation to Year 6 Enrolments
Foundation (Prep) enrolments
All Victorian government primary schools follow the statewide Foundation (Prep) enrolment timeline. The timeline advises families when and how to enrol their child at a Victorian government primary school. For more information about the Foundation enrolment timeline, visit: Enrolling in Foundation (Prep).
Other year level enrolments
We also accept enrolment applications for students in other year levels. You can submit a request at any time in the school year.
Eligible students who live within our school zone are guaranteed a place, while students outside the zone may be enrolled if there are available places.
If you are seeking enrolment at other year levels, please contact our school for more information.
To start your child’s online enrolment, please click on the Commence Online Enrolment link above.
Frequently Asked Questions.
If you live within our zone, your child is guaranteed a place at Donburn Primary School! Just remember, we’ll need proof of your permanent residential address to secure your spot. For families outside our zone, enrolment may still be possible depending on available spaces.
For more details about school zones and placements, check out:
- School zones FAQ
- Call the Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA) on 1800 896 950
- Email the VSBA at vsba@education.vic.gov.au
You can pick up the booklist for your child’s enrolment from the school office. It contains all the required materials for the school year, ensuring your child has everything they need to succeed. If you have any questions, our staff are happy to assist.
The new online enrolment system is available for families enrolling their children in Victorian Government schools. It is ideal for new Foundation (Prep) students and students transferring from interstate or non-government schools.
The online enrolment system is designed with your privacy in mind. It is completely secure, ensuring that all personal information is protected throughout the enrolment process.
Enrolments for the 2027 school year are open now! Starting from July 2026, families can easily complete the process online through the new system.
Donburn Primary School offers excellent English language programs and dedicated welfare support to ensure all students, including international and non-English speaking families, have a smooth transition into our school community.
Our school manages enrolments using the Department’s Placement Policy to ensure that students have access to their designated neighbourhood school and may enrol at another school, if there are available places.
