At Nido, children are at the forefront of their learning and actively participate in developing their understanding of the world. We nurture children’s innate curiosities and encourage questions, exploration, and reflection to facilitate deep, integrated, and transferable learning. Our goal is to support and inspire children to discover how they learn, rather than simply seeking out ‘the right answer.’

We are an inclusive and relationship-based community that encourages self-discovery and expression. We honour the inherent worth of each individual and celebrate our differences as strength. At Nido, we model this with conviction and say: “Come as you are!”

At Nido, we acknowledge our increasingly dynamic and interconnected world and view children as capable citizens within it. We provide developmentally appropriate opportunities for children to actively engage with their surroundings and expand their understanding of self and others. Through scaffolding, we nurture and empower their independence, confidence, and responsibility to their communities.

The Nido community values secure and loving relationships as paramount to our philosophy. As the developing brain interacts in relationships, we embody an evolving sense of self and understanding of the world. Neuronal connections are shaped by our inter and intrapersonal relationships, as well as our evolving relationships with our environment, materials, and concepts.