A Lifelong Love of Learning Starts at Nido Early School
Embrace a unique approach to early childhood education that encourages curiosity and creativity.
What makes Nido special?
Discover Nido, where exceptional early education meets genuine care. Our priority is to create a safe, nurturing, and loving environment for children aged 6 weeks to school age, with curriculums designed to support each child’s unique learning journey. Join us in guiding your child’s educational path with confidence.
Welcome to Nido!
Reggio Emilia Inspired Learning
- At Nido, we are inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, where children lead their own learning journey through exploration and discovery.
- Our atelier art workshops nurture creativity, encouraging children to express themselves in a supportive environment.
- The Reggio Emilia approach follows the belief that the child, parent, community and environment are all essential to the early learning process. We encourage collaborative learning where children, educators, and families are partners in the educational process.
Beautifully Designed Environments
- Our environments are crafted to nurture growth, learning, and joyful experiences.
- Thoughtfully designed classrooms and outdoor yards encourage courageous and imaginative play.
- Discover our commitment to your child’s development through playful exploration in carefully curated environments that encourage creativity and discovery.
Nutritious Meals Prepared Daily
- Enjoy freshly cooked meals from our Cucinas, crafted by our passionate chefs.
- Menus include fresh, wholesome ingredients to support your child’s growth with balanced meals that promote energy, focus, and lifelong healthy habits.
- Our Piazza encourages socialisation through the pleasure of sharing meals with new friends and educators.
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualification do your staff hold?
- All Nido Early Schools have a Curriculum Leader to coach and mentor Educators in developing high quality educational programs
- All Educators at Nido either hold, or are actively working towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
- In addition to this, at least half of our team hold a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
- Depending on the number of places in each Nido Early School, each Early School will have a number of Bachelor trained teachers
- Every person we employ has a current Working with Children Check
What types of food do you provide? Do you cater for dietary, cultural and medical needs?
The smell of cooking from the cucina and seeing children getting involved in cooking, very much reflects that our passion for food in all our Early Schools.
Because the right food is vital for your child’s development, our menus are developed by Nourished Beginnings using whole foods and excluding processed sugars. We cater to all allergies, as well as cultural and dietary preferences and all our Early Schools are nut aware.
Please see our Summer/Autumn or Winter/Spring menus for detailed information on what we provide.
What are the room routines?
The needs of each child and their age dictate their routine. Those children in the Nursery room follow their individual home routine. As they progress to the Toddler’s room, we begin to blend this with a more general routine that follows regular mealtimes and sleep patterns. Kindergarten children have the most structured routine, which encourages self-service and independent feeding.
How are fees paid?
- You are required to pay one-week fees in advance
- Payments are made by direct debit for convenience and security
- If you wish to cancel or change your booking, we need two weeks’ notice in writing
- No bonds are charged to secure your child’s place
- Please contact your local Nido Early School for their fee structure
Does the Early School follow a curriculum?
Our curriculum, which is a balance of child led and adult intentional teaching, offers children the opportunity to participate in active learning, whilst having the support and challenge they need from Educators.
How are behavioural issues dealt with?
Above all we want your child to be curious and to question. But if there are times when we are concerned with their behaviour, we will discuss this with you and work together to find the best way we can support your child.
How will I know what my child has done all day?
We believe learning continues at home, so we want parents or carers to know exactly what your child is working on. Educators also take the time daily to have that vital chat in person with you at drop off and collection.
Does Nido follow any sun safety guidance?
We follow the Sun Smart program all year round and nothing is left to chance. Families are asked to provide a labelled sunhat that is kept at the Early School. Clothing covering shoulders is required, as is a water bottle. Sunscreen is applied before going outdoors and staff monitor the UV levels daily.
What ages do you cater for?
We offer unique education and care services for children from six weeks, to school age. Our rooms are age centric and typically follow as below:
| NURSERY | 6 weeks – 18 months |
| TODDLER | 18 months – 3 years |
| KINDERGARTEN | 3 years to school |
| BEFORE / AFTER SCHOOL CARE | School age |
What do I need to bring in for my child?
All families are asked to bring:
- Spare set of clothes
- Hat
- Medication
- Water bottle
What is your accident policy and procedure?
We have a clear policy and procedure for accidents and there is at least one first aid qualified staff member available at all times. If an incident, injury, trauma or illness occurs:
- Parents will be informed immediately or at collection, depending on the incident
- Staff will complete a detailed incident, injury, trauma or illness form
- Parents will be asked to sign the form
What Parents Say About Us
Love, love this place! Very attentive with my children and extremely helpful. The staff, from nursery to toddlers, are amazing and management is very helpful. The center is clean and fresh, and offers great learning tools for my two children. We have been attending this center for nearly two years and I aim to have my children transition to school from this center. #fussymother
My daughter has attended this center since they opened. We've always been super happy with the care and attention she has been provided. The staff help her feel welcomed and confident, while providing her with so many amazing experiences, such as trips to art galleries, exploring roof top gardens, water play, and arts and craft activities. I love that the staff also contribute their own cultures - it helps my daughter appeciate all the amazing things in the world.
