Nido Early School Ormond
Welcome to Nido Ormond childcare and preschool. Every day, we are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment. We focus on building strong relationships where every child feels valued, respected and heard.
- For children from 6 weeks to school age
- Quality early education guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy
- Intentionally designed indoor & outdoor learning areas for each age group
- Unique art atelier workshops
- Experienced leadership team and caring qualified educators
- Government approved Childcare Subsidies available
The right place changes everything. Our ‘Settle-in’ offer supports your family with multiple orientations, flexible days & hours, no notice periods & more. See full details below.
Reception
Nido Nook and Toddlers indoor area
Babies indoor area
Cucina
Indoor atelier
Nido car and Kinder outdoor area
Toddlers play area
Outdoor play area
Nido Early School Ormond
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255-257 Tucker Road, Ormond, VIC 3204
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Mon – Fri 6:30am - 6:30pm -
(03) 7019 9116
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ormond@nido.edu.au
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Nido Early School Ormond Fees
Our daily fee includes everything your child needs throughout the day, with no extra charges.
The fee includes:
- Huggies nappies, water wipes and sunscreen
- Premium educational and learning resources for art, science, gardening, cooking, sports and wellbeing programs
- Our unique Kindergarten Curriculum
- Regular incursions and excursions, at no additional cost
- Wholefood meals freshly cooked on-site daily, including snacks
- Option to swap public holidays
Nido Early School also offer 50% off on holidays, see full fees T&Cs.
Since Nido Early School is a government approved childcare provider, if you're eligible for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) you can receive a government contribution towards reducing your out-of-pocket fees.
The following examples outline indicative out-of-pocket costs for families with varying Child Care Subsidy levels, reflecting the CCS rate cap increases on 6 July 2026. Further details are available at https://nido.edu.au/fees/
| Child Age | Daily fee with 80% CCS | Daily fee with 70% CCS | Daily fee with 60% CCS | Daily Fees |
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| 0 - 3 years | $54.78 | $73.00 | $91.23 | $200.60 |
| Over 3 years | $51.48 | $69.70 | $87.93 | $197.30 |
Our team at Nido Ormond
At Nido Ormond, our team is committed to creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels valued, respected and heard. Through strong relationships and meaningful interactions, children are supported in their experiences and learning, every day.
Our leadership team consists of Rebecca, our Executive Service Manager, Ciara, our Curriculum Leader and Claudia, our Family Advocate. At our centre, educators work collaboratively to provide play-based experiences and consistent, responsive care, creating a calm and supportive environment for children and families.
We prioritise wellbeing across our community, creating an environment where children, families and educators feel welcomed, supported and included.
Why families choose Nido Ormond
Settle-in at Nido Ormond
At Nido Early School, we know how important it is to choose the right early education and care for your child, because the right place can change everything.
Our ‘Settle in’ offer is a thoughtful approach to welcoming every child, allowing time, space and flexibility for them to settle gently and confidently, and for you to feel happy in your choice while your family takes the big step of starting somewhere new.
- No enrolment or administration fees.
- As many orientations as your child needs.
- Flexible days and hours in the first 2 weeks to find what works.
- No notice period if you find in the first month it is not the right fit.
- Ongoing collaboration, communication and documentation through the transition process.
No pressure or rush. Just a gentle start at your child’s pace.
Every day is the most important day in a child’s life, and feeling confident in your choice matters too.
View ‘Settle-in’ offer T&Cs.
Every Day Matters at Nido Ormond
At Nido Early School Ormond, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where children, families, and educators feel a strong sense of belonging.
We believe children are capable, curious learners who thrive when supported through meaningful relationships, play-based experiences, and environments that encourage exploration and discovery.
We embrace and celebrate diversity, recognising and respecting the unique backgrounds, cultures, abilities, identities, and experiences of every child and family.
We value strong partnerships with families, recognising them as children’s first and most important teachers. We work collaboratively to support each child’s learning, wellbeing, and development.
Relationships are at the heart of our practice. We foster trust, respect, and connection across our community, supporting children to develop confidence, empathy, acceptance, and a sense of belonging.
We create thoughtfully designed environments that are responsive, engaging, and inclusive, allowing children to express their individuality and engage in learning at their own pace.
Quality Resources
At Nido we provide premium resources, facilities, learning and opportunities, every day.
- Sunscreen
- Nutrition
- Qualified Educators
- Reggio Emilia
- Parking
- Outdoor Play
- Sustainability
- Bedding
- Cultural celebrations
- Cooking
- Gardening
- School Readiness
- Huggies Nappies
- Nido Curriculum
- Atelier
- Bush kinder
- Music
- Piazza
- Art
- Dental
- Excursions
- Special visitors
- Nursery sleep room
Child-led Learning
- Engaging learning programs are child-led, inspired by the Reggio-Emilia philosophy and facilitated by a dedicated Curriculum Leader.
- Our teams are made up of passionate, sector leading degree qualified teachers, with all Educators diploma-qualified or holding a Cert III.
- Our unique curriculum is co-designed with families, experts and educators and builds upon the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) to balance literacy, numeracy, creativity, health and confidence.
- We offer Bush Kinder experiences that support children to explore, build resilience, and engage with the natural environment.
- Our STEM opportunities such as hands-on activities, construction and problem-solving experiences fosters curiosity and inquiry.
- We support social and emotional development through group experiences, collaborative play, and opportunities for children to express themselves and build relationships.
From Bush Kinder excursions to visits to local aged care
At Nido Ormond, we offer a range of excursions and incursions that extend children’s learning experiences within their community. These include:
- Visits to our local coffee shop
- Weekly bush kinder excursions
- Fortnightly street strolls and walks
- Visits to local aged care facilities
- Sports and gymnastics incursions
- Visits from Dental professionals
Safety Every Day
At Nido, safety is part of every day. We follow national child-safe standards with strong leadership, rigorous recruitment, and ongoing training for everyone in our early schools. Our spaces are designed for clear supervision, and our policies are regularly reviewed to maintain the highest standards. Nothing matters more than creating safe and secure environments where children feel confident, and families place their full trust in our care.
Our Community at Nido Ormond
Community is at the heart of Nido Ormond. Every day, we build connections that extend beyond the classroom to include families and the wider community. Through partnerships with local organisations, schools and businesses, children and families are supported to feel connected and engaged within their community.
These include partnerships with our local primary and high school, local businesses such as our local ice creamery and community initiatives including The Nappy Collective and Clothes for Good.
These ongoing collaboration fosters a strong sense of belonging for every child and family.
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Changes to the Child Care Subsidy
The 3 Day Guarantee. What does it mean for your family enrolling in 2026?From 5 January 2026, the Australian Government is updating the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) to guarantee at least 3 days of subsidised early childhood education and care per week. This means that all CCS-eligible families will receive at least 72 hours per fortnight (3 days/week) of subsidised childcare regardless of their work, study, or volunteering status.
Since Nido Early School is a government approved childcare provider, if you are eligible for CCS you will be entitled to the new 3 Day Child Care Subsidy Guarantee on your fees.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land, waters, and skies where we work and live across Australia. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. We celebrate the stories, culture, and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders of all communities, who work and live on this land.