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Online TLDS training webinars
Now available for enrolment
In support of the Online Transition Learning and Development Statement (Online TLDS) we are offering webinars through late August into September.
The courses offered:
You can view the schedule and book a webinar session on our training page.
Technology Survey 2023
Complete this 5 minute survey to have your say and give your service the chance to win an iPad!
https://surveys.kindergarten.vic.gov.au/
The Kindergarten IT Program would like to find out how we can improve the program for our service members. There are 8 questions covering technology needs, connectivity, service improvements and customer satisfaction.
Your submission will enter your service in the prize draw for first prize, a 9th Generation 64GB WiFi iPad.
The survey will run from 17th of July to 4th of August 2023.
This survey is intended for employees and committee members of Victorian Early Childhood Education and Care services that make use of the Kindergarten IT Program.
Survey Policy and prize draw Terms & Conditions.
Tip – First steps in response to ransomware
As a follow up to Tip – How to take precautions against ransomware, we explain what first actions you can take in response to ransomware in the Tip – First steps in response to ransomware.
Tip – How to take precautions against ransomware
Ransomware is a constantly growing threat for organisations and individuals. We explain what ransomware is and the precautions you should take with our new Tip – How to take precautions against ransomware.
Tip – How to set Chrome spell check to English (Australia)
When you are composing text directly into a web application such as Online TLDS, you will need to rely on the spell check built into your browser. To improve your experience, you can set the spell check to English (Australia)
TLDS – Online TLDS platform is NOT a record keeping tool
Essentially each service will have your own policy regarding retention of documents for a child’s record. DET has outlined the legislative requirements (Page 5 of Guide to Information sharing ), but services do have freedom within that legislation to make your own policies regarding child assessments.
DET has advised that the Online TLDS should not be used as a record keeping tool, and not relied on to meet kindergartens’ document retention obligations – so a copy of the completed TLDS should be maintained as per each kindergarten’s service policy.
If you require more information, please contact DET directly via psts@education.vic.gov.au
State Library Victoria Online Storytime session 26/08/2020
State Library Victoria has an online Storytime session today at 9.30 am which you can view by clicking the following link: https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/whats-on/storytime
Online Transition Learning and Development Statement (TLDS) 2020
The Online Transition Learning and Development Statement (Online TLDS) website is now available. Similar to last year, the following is available on the Kindergarten IT Program website to support you in using the Online TLDS:
Our helpdesk is available Monday-Friday 9am to 5pm if you experience any difficulty or have any questions on how to use the platform.
State Library Victoria Online Storytime sessions
State Library Victoria has an online Storytime session today which you can view by clicking the following link: https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/whats-on/storytime
Email System Upgrade Notification – Wednesday 1st July, 8am.
Our technicians are performing a scheduled server upgrade on Wednesday 1st July, starting at 8am.
While we do not anticipate any interruption in services, there may be brief delays to emails during this time.
This upgrade is designed to increase the security and reliability of email systems.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your understanding.
Cyber security threat
KITP team is aware of a large scale spear phishing attack that is currently being targeted at various Government sectors and organisations in Australia.
Spear phishing is a scam that uses emails to try and capture details from you, and/or load your computer with malware. These emails are designed to look like they come from a trusted source such as a bank or a large Government department but are actually fake.
The KITP systems have not been compromised and all of our networks and systems are up to date and fully patched.
If you receive any email that you are unsure of:
• Do not click on any link or attachment within that email.
• Do not reply to that email.
• Do not forward that email.
• Delete the email immediately.
Please note that opening an email will not cause an issue, it’s what you do after that which is why we have these rules.
If you are unsure about any email please contact our helpdesk on:
Phone: 03 8664 7001
Toll Free: 1800 629 835
If you have any questions please email support@kindergarten.vic.gov.au
Welcome to the new Kindergarten IT Program website
The eagle eyed among you may of noticed our website looks a little different.
We gave it a little bit of a face lift. We’re keen to hear your feedback, feel free to start a chat with us in the bottom right hand corner of the screen and tell us (desktop only), or email us at info@kindergarten.vic.gov.au
If you really miss the old website, or we might of misplaced or forgotten something, you can check it out here. But let us know what you miss about it, because soon it will disappear for good!
Information technology support is provided by the State Library Victoria, Community IT Support Team
Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm
Phone: 03 8664 7001 | Toll Free: 1800 629 835 |
General Enquiries Email: info@kindergarten.vic.gov.au | Technical Support Email: support@kindergarten.vic.gov.au |
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Storytime Live Streaming cancellation (17 Apr 2020)
Please note that the Storytime Live Streaming event for 17/04/2020 will be cancelled.
We are still open!
The Kindergarten IT Program service desk is open Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm to provide IT support.
Despite the temporary closure of State Library Victoria, our services are still available.
For IT support, please contact us via email, phone, chat as normal.
Email: support@kindergarten.vic.gov.au
Phone: 1800 629 835
Chat: Select chat box on the bottom right hand side of our website – https://www.kindergarten.vic.gov.au/
Cancelling the KIMS training for March 2020
Due to the rapidly changing coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and the requirement for social distancing, we are postponing the upcoming KIM face to face training scheduled for next week.
This is a preventative measure to support the health and well being of all staff and the broader community.
Whilst we are postponing face to face training, please find some step by step reference guides here: https://www.kindergarten.vic.gov.au/kimreference.html
Online training with our trainer in real-time is being developed and we shall let you know when this is available.
Please contact us if you have any questions on info@kindergarten.vic.gov.au or call 1800 629 835
Storytime Live Streaming cancellation (20 Mar 2020)
Please note that the Storytime Live Streaming event for 20/03/2020 will be cancelled.
Storytime Live Streaming
Tune into our Storytime page to view a regular LIVE VIDEO of State Library Victoria’s storytellers & volunteers running Storytime.
We know that not every child can get to their library to participate and we want to share the fun with as many kindergartens as we can.
Labour Day closure
Please note that the IT support will be closed on Monday 9th March 2020.
IT Support service will resume on Tuesday 10th March 2020 from 9AM.
Network maintenance works on Monday 24th February 10pm – 6am
Network maintenance works on Monday 24th February 10pm – 6am affecting:
- kindergarten.vic.gov.au email
- kindergarten websites hosted by the program
If you have any further questions, please contact us on 038667001
Webmail Upgrade
Some of you may have noticed that the Kindergarten IT Program webmail looks a little different!
It has been upgraded to be optimised for mobile devices.
We will be upgrading our documentation to reflect the new changes, but if you experience any issues, please contact the help desk.
You can visit webmail the same way you always have here – https://webmail.kindergarten.vic.gov.au/.
Face to face training for March 2020
In support of the KIM census requirements for kindergartens we are offering our introductory course throughout March.
Kindergarten Information Management System (KIM) Introduction – 801
The training is available to funded kindergartens throughout Victoria. Classes are provided free of charge and delivered in small groups of 10 people in face to face sessions.
Register your booking on our training page: https://www.kindergarten.vic.gov.au/traininglinks.html
Tip – How to disable comments in WordPress
When creating a new post or page on a WordPress site, comments are enabled automatically. Recently, we have noticed that spam bots are targeting comment boxes with inappropriate language. These comments can be viewed by anyone who is looking at your website. Please review our tip on how to disable comments in your WordPress site.
Windows 7 support ended on January 14, 2020
Microsoft has announced that Windows 7 support ended on January 14, 2020
For more information, please visit https://support.microsoft.com/en-au/help/4057281/windows-7-support-ended-on-january-14-2020
Information technology support is provided by the State Library Victoria, Community IT Support Team
Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm
Phone: 03 8664 7001
Toll Free: 1800 629 835
General Enquiries Email: info@kindergarten.vic.gov.au
Technical Support Email: support@kindergarten.vic.gov.au