Application Process | International Division - Kindergarten (NSW Curriculum)
We’re thrilled you are you’re considering SJIS for your child’s educational journey!
Here are a few important details to keep in mind as you begin the enrolment process:
All Kindergarten children must turn five years of age by 31 July of the commencement year. This ensures your child is ready to embark on their exciting educational adventure with us.
To ensure a smooth enrollment process, please ensure your family holds the appropriate visas for legal residency in Australia. This includes visas for living, working, or studying in the country. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept applicants on tourist visas.
Enrolment process
To be considered for a Kindergarten place at SJIS, prospective families must:
- Read and agree to the Enrolment Terms and Conditions
- Complete the Online Application Form (Please select English or Japanese from the drop-down menu in the top right corner of the application page)
- Pay the application fee to register on the waiting list
- Attend an assessment* with the Head of the International Division
- Once a successful assessment has been completed, families will receive enrolment forms and Conditions of Entry information, and will be required to pay all nominated fees.
* Please note, this assessment isn’t designed to measure a child’s academic ability, but instead aims to assess their school readiness. No preparation is required, and an interpreter is available if English is not the child’s first language.
Accepted visas
Children who are not Australian citizens or permanent residents are required to hold a temporary visa. This includes business visas, research visas, and bridging visas.
Please note that students holding a student visa in their own name are not accepted. As government regulations are specific and detailed, we recommend contacting the school in advance for further guidance.
Orientation
Kindergarten orientation is held in November the year prior to commencement, and the official Entrance Ceremony takes place the following January.
When to apply
SJIS accepts applications from birth through to the year prior to commencing, depending on availability. We accept Kindergarten students of any language ability, and language foundations will be taught throughout the year.
We look forward to warmly welcoming your family into our vibrant SJIS community! Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
