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Nido Early School Blackburn

Nido Early School Blackburn

64-66 South Parade, Blackburn, VIC, 3130 view map
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(03) 9039 1925

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6:30am to 6:30pm

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64-66 South Parade, Blackburn, VIC, 3130

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About Nido Early School Blackburn

  • Unleash curiosity with diverse activities like cooking, dance, languages, music, sports, yoga, and more.
  • Immerse children in Reggio Emilia-inspired spaces, fostering hands-on sensory experiences.
  • Prioritise body and mind nourishment with exclusive, sugar-free wholefood menus prepared in on-site kitchens.

Catering to children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, Nido Early School offers a warm and nurturing learning environment. Following a Reggio Emilia inspired approach, the educators engage the children in fun, play-based learning. They deliver an innovative program that helps children to develop the skills they’ll need to successfully transition to primary school. 

The light-filled interiors are bright and inspiring, drawing the children into their learning. The rooms are well resourced with calming, natural resources, with each room catering to different learning styles and offering ample space for both individual play and group activities. 

Outdoors, the children are free to explore the incredible play area and immerse themselves in nature. While they play, they develop their gross motor and physical skills and also work on their social skills, such as sharing and communication. The children are encouraged to use their imagination and create their own adventures while they play. 

Conveniently located close to public transport, the service also offers ample parking on site to help with drop off and pick up. 

We recognise the importance of selecting the right Early School and are committed to nurturing a love for lifelong learning.

Why not book a tour of this welcoming and enriching service today?

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Safety

Safety

Safety matters every day.
Every day, safety comes first at Nido. Across all our early schools, we work tirelessly to uphold the highest standards in safety. This commitment underpins every decision we make and every interaction we have with children and families.

We have embedded the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations across all our practices to ensure safe behaviours, environments, and accountability are part of everything we do.

Strong supervision and ongoing training
All Educators participate in an 8-week active supervision program, along with regular training and safety alerts. This ensures teams are vigilant, responsive, and prepared for every situation.

Safe design, technology and electronic devices
Our early school layouts are designed for maximum visibility and supervision. CCTV is installed externally at most of our early schools to enhance security. For the protection of all children, the use of personal devices to take photos or videos of children is prohibited for all Nido team members, students, volunteers, and visitors.

Rigorous recruitment and compliance
Our recruitment process includes enhanced screening, comprehensive reference checks, and clear expectations around child safety. Working with Children Checks are strictly managed and continuously monitored.

Professional learning and guidance
Educators receive regular training through leading Registered Training Organisations. Policies and procedures are regularly reviewed and updated to reflect current legislation and best practice, ensuring everyone understands the behaviours and standards expected.

Comprehensive health and safety
We maintain secure single-point entry systems, and our staff are trained in first aid, asthma, anaphylaxis care, and food safety. We follow strict medication management protocols, a Cancer Council-accredited Sun Smart policy, and promote hygiene through engaging activities. Our schools take allergies seriously, including nut awareness, to help keep every child safe and included at mealtimes. Any incidents are documented and promptly communicated with families.

Programs

Programs

Educators and teachers aim to ensure all children feel welcome, valued and excited about learning, with a range of innovative programs.

Education: inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, the educators equip the children with the skills needed for school and beyond.

Wellbeing: through yoga, mindfulness, art and self-regulation strategies, the children learn to express their feelings.

Community: the educators encourage community engagement to foster belonging, empathy, responsibility and caring in the children. They also learn about diverse cultures, values and languages including Indigenous culture.

Parent communication and involvement

Parent communication and involvement

Nido Early School understands that no one knows a child like their family. The service actively engages with parents and family members to ensure children have the very best care. 

The team works with family members at enrolment and also regularly seeks updates on children’s schedules and current interests. This helps them to develop tailored programs that meet individual educational, physical, cultural and emotional needs.

Parents are welcome to chat with staff at drop off and pick up, and to contact the team at any stage via phone, email or the service’s ‘Playground’ App. The service regularly sends updates on children’s progress, and photos and videos of children during play and learning activities. 

With an ‘open door policy’, parents are welcome to join in activities and events, and to share breakfast with children at the popular breaky bar.

About the curriculum

About the curriculum

The curriculum at Nido Early School is inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach and aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework. Designed to support the children in the early years and as they prepare for the transition to school, the curriculum is play-based and engaging.

The curriculum is delivered in three stages:

Nursery (6 weeks to 18 months)

In the nursery, the children are nurtured as they develop early connections with their educators. They read stories, play and explore the world around them.

The children start to develop their sense of identity and understand that they are part of a broader community. They start to explore their feelings and emotions and also try new things. Developing early communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal is also a big focus for the children in this age group.

Toddlers (18 months to 3 years)

The educators encourage the toddlers to develop their independence and autonomy. They have opportunities to build their social skills and early friendships while also learning to regulate their emotions.

As the children take safe risks in their learning, the educators also encourage their problem solving skills. Self-expression and communication are also important.

Kindergarten (3 years to school)

The Kindergarten curriculum helps to prepare the children for the big transition to big school. The children have a strong sense of self and understand their role in the community. They participate in peer activities and understand their own emotions. 

They are always questioning how things work and practising their verbal and listening skills as strong communicators. 

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Nido Early School Blackburn Reviews (17)

5.0 /5

Based on 17 Reviews

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Moonie Essa

5.0 • 1 month ago

I genuinely cannot thank the team at Nido Blackburn enough for everything they have done for my daughter and me. From the beginning, they have been nothing but incredibly kind, understanding, supportive and welcoming.<br><br>As a young mum, trusting other people to care for your child can be such a big and emotional thing, but the educators at Nido have made me feel so comfortable and reassured. Seeing how happy, settled and loved my daughter is when she’s there means more to me than I can explain. I never have to question whether she is being cared for because I can see how genuine the love and effort from the educators is.<br><br>They don’t just support the children either — they support the parents too. During times when life has been stressful or difficult, they have always treated me with kindness, patience and understanding rather than judgement. That support has genuinely made such a difference for me.<br><br>The communication is amazing, the educators are beautiful, caring people, and you can tell they truly put their hearts into what they do. It feels like so much more than just a childcare centre.<br><br>I’m beyond grateful that my daughter has such a safe, nurturing and supportive environment to grow, learn and be herself in. Thank you to everyone at Nido Blackburn for loving and caring for my little girl and for always making us feel supported and welcome. You guys are honestly amazing, and I couldn’t recommend you enough. 🤍🥹

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Shakira Onwuka

5.0 • 1 month ago

I’m so thankful for Supna and Jordyn in the Quokka room and for how they’ve supported my son as he has adjusted to childcare.<br><br>My son has always been very attached to me, so I was genuinely worried about how he would cope with the transition. Childcare actually wasn’t my first choice, as I had originally hoped to have someone care for him at home. When that fell through, I was devastated and became very particular about finding somewhere I felt comfortable leaving him.<br><br>I visited several childcare centres before choosing this one, and what stood out immediately was how warm and lovely the staff were. Carmel was also incredibly reassuring throughout the process. She let me tour the centre twice before making a decision, was always communicative, and never made me feel like my hesitations or questions were a problem.<br><br>Supna and Jordyn have been incredible with my son. They cuddle and comfort him and give him so much warmth and affection, particularly when he is having a hard day. They’ve also communicated with me regularly throughout the transition, which has made such a difference.<br><br>I’m now really happy with our choice and feel so much more at peace leaving him there. Thank you, Carmel, Supna and Jordyn for making what I expected to be a very difficult transition so much easier for our family. ❤️

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Bridget

5.0 • 3 months ago

Nido Blackburn is a wonderful childcare and kinder service. We always felt so welcome and supported. Our child has thrived in this learning environment from age 10 months to five years old. Thank you Nido and all the beautiful early learning team

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Ashley Mitcham

5.0 • 4 months ago

We have attended many childcare centres across Melbourne over the last 13 years! And Nido Blackburn is by far the best we've ever been at. Quality educators who are kind, thoughtful and supportive. Quality equipment and service, well thought out facilities and programs. Highly recommend.

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Josie Somerville

5.0 • 4 months ago

We have loved having our daughter at Nido. The teachers are terrific and really put a lot of effort and care into making the kids feel welcome heard. The facilities are great and always changing to keep things interesting

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