Nido Early School Maylands

Nido Maylands is a nurturing environment where children are guided to explore at their own pace. With a strong focus on emotional wellbeing, creativity and connection, our Maylands childcare programs help children feel seen, heard and valued. We welcome families into our space and take pride in creating a place that feels like home.

Discover a place to grow, create and belong in Nido Maylands

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

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

Meet the team behind Nido Maylands

My name is Viveka, and I manage the early learning programs at our Nido Maylands early learning centre. We’re proud to call it a space that does more than provide care; it’s a place where children, families and educators grow together. I look forward to welcoming you and answering any questions you may have.

Supporting growth through Reggio Emilia-inspired learning

At Nido Maylands, our educational philosophy recognises each child’s potential and individuality. We are inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, providing open-ended learning opportunities that evolve with the child’s interests and developmental stages.

We offer childcare in Maylands that is active and social. Children explore materials, ideas and relationships through play. Our Curriculum Leader guides educators in designing thoughtful programs that incorporate visual arts, storytelling, group collaboration and outdoor discovery. We also use the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards to ensure that every learning moment contributes to a child’s social, emotional and cognitive growth.

How children spend their day at Nido Maylands

Our routine at our Maylands childcare centre helps children feel secure, engaged and ready to explore the world around them.

Morning welcome

Children arrive and ease into their day with familiar routines, free play and warm connections.
Focused learning

Child-led projects, collaborative group work and open-ended play encourage communication, critical thinking and confidence.
Healthy meals

Wholefood menus prepared in our on-site cucina (kitchen) support sustained energy and healthy habits.
Rest and reset

Children can nap, relax or enjoy quiet play in environments designed for comfort and calm.
Afternoon learning

Play continues in the form of expressive arts, social experiences and outdoor discovery.
Come visit Nido Early School Essendon

Thinking about early learning for your child? Come and explore Nido Maylands. We’d love to introduce you to our team, answer your questions and show you how we make children and families feel at home in our Maylands early learning centre.