Nido Early School Blackburn

Nido Early School Blackburn is a place where young minds are nurtured through care, curiosity and connection. With beautifully designed environments and a strong focus on community, our Blackburn childcare centre is where children feel confident to explore and grow.

Experience early learning designed for discovery in Blackburn

When you walk through the door at Nido Blackburn Early School, you’ll find a warm, welcoming environment. Our approach to early education and learning, inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, supports children from six weeks to school age. Nido Blackburn childcare centre provides beautifully designed indoor spaces and unique atelier art workshops. Our wholefood menus are prepared in our on-site cucinas (kitchens). High-quality programs are led by Curriculum Leaders, with passionate degree-qualified teachers and educators, ensuring exceptional education and care. We understand that choosing the right Early School is crucial, and we strive to cultivate a love for lifelong learning through meaningful experiences. We’d be delighted to answer your questions and show you around our Early School Blackburn.

  • High quality educational programs, with every Early School having a Curriculum Leader to coach and mentor
  • Passionate, sector leading degree qualified teachers, with all Educators being diploma-qualified or holding a Cert III
  • Beautifully designed indoor and outdoor spaces
  • Unique atelier art workshops
  • Delicious wholefood menus prepared in our on-site cucinas (kitchens)
  • Full government rebate

What We offer

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Meet your Centre Manager at Nido Blackburn

Hello and welcome to Nido Blackburn. I’m Carmelia Zappia, and I’m proud to lead a team of educators who are passionate about creating meaningful early learning experiences. From your first enquiry through to enrolment and beyond, we’re here to support you and help your child feel at home here at our centre for early learning in Blackburn.

Explore our learning programs at Nido Essendon

At Nido Blackburn, we view children as capable and curious individuals. We take inspiration from the Reggio Emilia philosophy, with early learning programs built around the idea that children learn best through play, real-world exploration and connection with others.

Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards, our Curriculum Leader works closely with educators and teachers to design engaging experiences that support early literacy, numeracy, communication and emotional development. From sensory play to collaborative group projects and guided enquiry, our Blackburn childcare centre fosters empathy, problem-solving and a lifelong love of learning.

What a typical day looks like at our preschool in Blackburn

At our Blackburn childcare centre, children follow a calm and consistent routine that encourages security, independence and joyful learning.

  • Welcoming mornings

    Children are greeted by familiar faces and guided gently into their day with flexible play and connection.

  • Morning learning

    Educators introduce open-ended activities, group exploration and indoor-outdoor play to spark creativity and cooperation.

  • Nutritious meals

    Fresh wholefood dishes made in our on-site cucina offer nourishment for energy and focus throughout the day.

  • Rest and quiet time

    Children are supported to rest in soothing spaces designed for comfort and individual sleep needs.

  • Afternoon discovery

    Art, music, movement and nature-based learning keep curiosity alive through the afternoon.

  • Come explore Nido Early School Blackburn

    We’d love to show you what makes us a trusted Blackburn preschool and early learning centre for local families. Book a tour, make an enquiry or simply stop by. We’re always happy to chat and help you take the next step towards finding quality childcare in Blackburn.

Contact us

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(03) 9039 1925
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Address :

64-66 South Parade, Blackburn, VIC 3130
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Mon - Fri

6:30am - 6:30pm
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