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amilies across Victoria are being given an earlier view of where their children can enrol for school, with the state government releasing updated zoning information ahead of the 2027 intake.
Deputy Premier and Education Minister Ben Carroll announced the latest changes this week, alongside an update to the Find My School website, a key tool used by parents to identify their designated local public school.
The update includes the first zoning details for Aintree North Primary School, an interim-named campus set to open in 2027, along with adjustments to 11 existing school zones. These changes arrive as families prepare for enrolments, which begin early in Term 2, a period when demand for clear and timely information tends to peak.
The website allows users to search by residential address or browse by school type, including primary, secondary and specialist settings. Officials say the aim is to provide clarity and reduce uncertainty for families planning ahead, particularly in areas experiencing population shifts.
Current 2026 school zones remain available online for families finalising decisions for the upcoming school year, reflecting the staggered nature of enrolment planning across different year levels.
School zoning in Victoria is reviewed each year, a process shaped by new school openings, adjustments to existing campuses and changes in enrolment demand. This ongoing review has become more visible as the state continues a large-scale school construction and upgrade program.
According to government figures, 121 new schools have opened in recent years, alongside more than 2,300 upgrades. Nineteen new schools began operating at the start of the 2026 school year, with capacity expanded by more than 11,000 places. The government has described this as the largest school building effort in the country.
Supporters of the approach argue that expanding local school access can ease travel pressures on families and help communities stay connected to nearby education options. Ready access to zoning information, they say, allows parents to make earlier and more informed decisions.
At the same time, education groups have previously noted that zoning changes can create challenges, particularly in fast-growing suburbs where demand may outpace supply in the short term. Adjustments to boundaries can also affect families who find themselves reassigned to different schools than expected, an issue that often draws close attention during annual updates.
Carroll said local public schools remain central to community life, pointing to the government’s investment in new campuses and upgraded facilities. He framed the zoning updates as part of a broader effort to ensure families can rely on nearby education options as their communities expand.
Further details, including updated maps and school information, are available through the Find My School platform, which will guide families through the next enrolment cycle as planning for 2027 continues.
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