Nido Early School Craigie

Find a calm and caring place where early learning begins with strong relationships and a sense of belonging. Nido Craigie Early School is tucked into a quiet part of Perth’s northern suburbs that’s close to parks and local shops. Our centre offers trusted Craigie childcare that fits into daily life while giving children space to grow, learn and feel at home.

Start early learning in a nurturing space like Nido Craigie

When you walk through the door at Nido Craigie 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 Craigie 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 Craigie.

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, not found anywhere else in Australia
Delicious wholefood menus prepared in our on-site cucinas (kitchens)
Full government rebate

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What We offer

Connect with our centre manager at Nido Craigie

Hi, I’m Abbey Dodd, and I have the pleasure of leading our warm and dedicated team here at Nido Craigie. We believe that early learning is deeply rooted in relationships — with families, with each other and with the children we care for every day.

Our centre is a place where children feel supported, understood and excited to learn. Allow me to welcome you and your family for a visit so you can see what makes our Craigie childcare community so special.

Discover our approach to early learning at Nido Craigie

At Nido Craigie, our curriculum, is grounded in the Reggio Emilia philosophy, which celebrates each child’s ability to lead their own learning. Our teaching is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and meets the National Quality Standards (NQS), helping us focus on whole-child development — from confidence and creativity to well-being and belonging.

With the support of our Curriculum Leaders, our teachers create learning experiences based on each child’s interests, strengths and ideas. It’s through these personalised moments that children grow, feel empowered and discover the joy of learning at their own pace.

See a day in the life at Nido Craigie

A typical day at our Craigie childcare centre offers a balance of structure and spontaneity:

Arrival

Families are greeted with warmth as children ease into the day with calm routines and familiar faces.
Morning learning

Play-based experiences unfold both indoors and in the yard, with children exploring their ideas, working together and enjoying creative time in the atelier.
Wholefood meals

Nutritious meals and snacks are freshly prepared in our cucina, supporting focus and energy throughout the day.
Rest and quiet time

Children unwind with sleep or quiet time, depending on their age and needs, in safe and comfortable spaces.
Afternoon discovery

The learning continues through music, outdoor play, group activities and spontaneous moments of exploration.
Home time

Children reconnect with their families — often with big smiles, stories and artwork to share.
Come see what makes Nido Craigie feel like home

If you’re looking into Craigie childcare, we invite you to visit, ask questions and experience the warmth of our centre for yourself. Our team is here to support you at every step.