Nido Early School Somerton Park
When you walk through the door at Nido Somerton Park Childcare Centre, you’ll find a warm and loving environment. We have a unique approach to childcare and early education, inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy and are committed to providing children from six weeks to school age, fantastic opportunities to create, explore, discover and grow. As a government approved childcare provider, eligible families can receive Child Care Subsidy (CCS) support. From January 2026, this guarantees 3 days of subsidised care. Book a tour today and see how we make every day matter.
Try Nido Early School Somerton Park for Free in February*. T&Cs apply. Book a tour or enquire today.
Nido Early School Somerton Park
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100 Diagonal Road,
Somerton Park, SA 5044 -
Mon – Fri 6:30am - 6:30pm -
(08) 7078 0049
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somertonpark@nido.edu.au
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Every Day
- At Nido Somerton Park, we visit our local aged-care centre where children engage in shared activities with residents.
- We collaborate with Glenelg Primary School, engage with their school choir to perform for our children.
- We also receive generous support from Coles for our end-of-year celebration, further strengthening our connection with local businesses.
- We welcome visits from community safety services, including police, ambulance and fire services, who speak with the children and help them learn about safety and emergency roles.
- Dental professionals visit our centre to promote oral health and conduct educational sessions for the children.
Nido Early School Somerton Park 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
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. Further details are available at https://nido.edu.au/fees/
Our fees, before CCS subsidies, are as follows:
| Child Age | Daily Fees | Daily fee with 60% CCS | Daily fee with 70% CCS | Daily fee with 80% CCS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 3 years | $196.30 | $90.96 | $73.41 | $55.85 |
| Over 3 years | $168.60 | $67.44 | $50.58 | $33.72 |
Meet the team at Somerton Park
At Nido Somerton Park, we create a warm and welcoming culture where relationships come first. Our team works together to provide rich learning experiences – from aged-care visits and library sessions to safety programs and dental checks – all designed to support children’s wellbeing and sense of belonging.
We prioritise building strong, respectful connections with children, families, and each other, ensuring everyone feels valued and supported. Every day, our educators follow best practices, communicate openly, and maintain a safe, engaging environment where children feel secure and confident.
Our approach is collaborative and child-centred. By modelling empathy, kindness, and professionalism, we create a nurturing environment where children thrive. Through consistent routines, shared responsibilities, and a commitment to high-quality education and care, we foster a culture that celebrates learning and community.
What to expect at Nido
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.
- For younger children, experiences are designed to focus on sensory exploration, building secure relationships, and supporting early communication and motor development. Older children engage in more complex problem-solving, group activities, creative projects and opportunities for independence.
- Our special programs, such as music, sustainability and cultural learning, are adapted for each age group. Younger children participate through simple exposure and guided experiences, while older children take on more active roles such aas helping with garden care, contributing ideas, or engaging in discussions about culture and the environment.
- Our connection to the local community includes regular excursions to the nearby park to support outdoor learning and exploration and visits from the local library to deliver monthly literacy-based sessions.
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.
Quality Resources
At Nido we provide premium resources, facilities, learning and opportunities, every day
- Sunscreen
- Nutrition
- Qualified Educators
- Reggio Emilia
- Parking
- Outdoor Play
- Sustainability
- Beddin cultural celebrations
- Cooking
- Gardening
- School Readiness
- Huggies Nappies
- Nido Curriculum
- Atelier
- Library visits
- Music
- Piazza
- Art
- Dental
- Languages
- Road safety
- Water safety
- Yoga
- Excursions
- Fish
- Special visitors
- Community
- Community library
- Sign language
- Nursery sleep room
- Charity activity
Inspiring Environments
At Nido, every day brings inspiring learning environments for your child to explore- from art in our ateliers and shared meals in our piazzas, to adventures in outdoor spaces with climbing areas, our Nido cars, water play, mature gardens and more. Indoors, children discover places for creativity, imaginative storytelling and quiet corners. Each environment is thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity, nurture imagination and build a connection to nature, helping children develop new skills and healthy habits for life.
Our Community
Community is at the heart of Nido. Every day, we nurture strong connections between families, educators, children and the wider community. Through inclusive events, regular updates and hands-on experiences – from community gardens to visits from special guests, every child feels confident, included and inspired to learn.
Every Day Matters
Because every day shapes the person your child will become. That’s why at Nido, we invest in every child, every day.
Every day, safety is at the heart of everything we do, with vigilant supervision, ongoing training and thoughtfully designed spaces.
Every day, our curriculum and quality resources turn experiences into lasting learning – from cooking and gardening to science and well-being, every day brings something new.
Every day is the most important day in a child’s life. And every day, we make it count.
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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.