Enrol
Our school welcomes enrolments throughout the school year. Enrol today or talk to us to find out how your child can join our school.
Starting school
We are taking 2026 enrolments!
Your child can start Kindergarten at the beginning of the school year if he/she turns five on or before 31 July in that year. By law, all children must be enrolled in school by their sixth birthday.
Because students start new work in their new class at the beginning of the school year, it would be an advantage for your child both socially and educationally, to start school as soon as possible in the new year.
Ready to enrol?
We’re excited to welcome your family to our school community! To begin your journey, simply complete our online application form.
How to enrol
Every child has the right to access quality public education in their local community. If you live in our local intake area, start your journey to join our vibrant school community today. Follow these key steps:
- Check your eligibility: use School Finder to confirm if your address is within our local intake area.
- Apply online: complete our online enrolment application.
- Provide information to complete your Residential address check: please see below for documentation required.
Residential address check
The department requires a 100-point residential address check to facilitate consistency in establishing a child's entitlement to enrol in their local school. Upon applying for enrolment at Dapto Public School, you will need to provide copies of documents from the list below that total 100 points.
1. Only one of (i.e. no additional points for additional documents)
- Council rate notice
- Lease agreement through a registered real estate agent for a period of at least 6 months or rental board bond receipt
- Exchanged contract of sale with settlement to occur within the applicable school year
2. Any of the following:
- Private rental agreement for a period of at least 6 months
- Centrelink payment statement showing home address
- Electoral roll statement
3. Any of the following documents
- Electricity or gas bill showing the service address*
- Water bill showing the service address*
- Telephone or internet bill showing the service address*
- Drivers licence or government issued ID showing home address*
- Home building or home contents insurance showing the service address
- Motor vehicle registration or compulsory third party insurance policy showing home address
- Statutory declaration stating the child's residential address, how long they have lived there, and any supporting information or documentation of this.
What makes us a great choice for your child?
Learn about our values, what we offer, and why families trust us to support their child’s learning and growth. See our top programs, student support and what families say about our school.
Visit us before you enrol
Starting a new school is a big step. We're here to help make the transition a smooth and positive experience for every student and their family.
We may offer a school tour, open day, information session or orientation program. These events help you and your child feel prepared for starting school.
Meet our friendly staff, explore our school facilities, and see what makes our school a great place to learn.
Contact us to find out what’s available and how we can support you before your child starts at our school.
Does your child need extra support?
Our learning and support team is here to help. Visit Additional learning support before you complete the enrolment form to learn how we can best support your child.
Temporary visas and international students
The Temporary Residents Program has information about eligibility and the forms to complete an application.
Moving to high school
Use the moving to high school page to find out more about the transition of Year 6 students into Year 7.