Nido Early School Somerton Park
Welcome to Nido Somerton Park childcare and preschool, where every day we build strong, meaningful connections with children, families and the wider community. We prioritise creating safe and positive environments for all children.
- 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
Get 2 weeks FREE when you enrol at Nido Somerton Park before 5 June 2026. Enquire today. T&Cs apply.
Plus find out about our ‘Settle-in’ offer below.
Entrance
Toddlers indoor learning area
Toddler indoor play area
Kinder indoor learning area
Kinder indoor play area
Indoor atelier
Cucina and dining room
Outdoor atelier and gardening area
Toddlers indoor learning area
Toddlers outdoor play area
Kinder outdoor learning area
Kinder outdoor play area
Kinder outdoor play area
Nido car
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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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
- 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. Further details are available at https://nido.edu.au/fees/
Families with a child enrolled for 5 days per week, receive a 5-day discount reducing daily fees by $10 per day ($50 per week)
| Child Age | Daily fee with 80% CCS | Daily fee with 70% CCS | Daily fee with 60% CCS | Daily Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 3 years | $55.85 | $73.41 | $90.96 | $196.30 |
| Over 3 years | $33.72 | $50.58 | $67.44 | $168.60 |
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.
Why families choose Nido Somerton Park
Settle-in at Nido Somerton Park
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.
Quality Resources
At Nido we provide premium resources, facilities, learning and opportunities, every day
- Sunscreen
- Nutrition
- Qualified Educators
- Reggio Emilia
- Parking
- Outdoor Play
- Sustainability
- Cultural celebrations
- Bedding
- 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
Every Day Matters at Nido Somerton Park
Our philosophy has been developed in partnership with families, children and educators.
Care, present, inclusive, welcoming, teamwork, supportive, trustworthy, consistent, communication and collaborative.
We provide environments that promote inclusion, exploration and open-ended experiences. We believe children are capable and competent learners who can engage and explore using a myriad of materials in a variety of ways.
We use the environment as the third teacher supporting children to foster a sense of ownership and respect in their space.
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.
Exploring our local community
We provide a wide range of regular excursions, collaborations, and community-based experiences for children.
Each month, we visit a local aged-care centre where children engage in shared activities with the residents. We also take regular excursions to the nearby park to support outdoor learning and exploration.
The local library visits our centre monthly to deliver literacy-based sessions.
Throughout the year, we collaborate with Glenelg Primary School and were thrilled to have their school choir visit to perform for the children.
We welcome visits from community safety services, including the police, ambulance, and fire service, who speak with the children and help them learn about safety and emergency roles.
Twice a year, dental professionals visit our centre to promote oral health and conduct educational sessions with the children.
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
Our strong community connections are at the heart of our service. We provide regular meaningful excursions, and our team is committed to best-practice.
We build a warm, welcoming culture, prioritise relationships with families, and offer rich learning experiences—from aged-care visits and library sessions to safety services and dental visits—that support children’s wellbeing and sense of belonging.
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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.