Nido Early School Cumberland Park
Welcome to Nido Cumberland Park Childcare and Preschool. Every day, we focus on building trusting relationships with children. We create beautiful spaces for children to engage with, explore and discover.
- For children from 6 weeks to school age
- Quality early education guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy
- Intentionally designed indoor & outdoor learning areas for each age group
- Unique art atelier workshops
- Experienced leadership team and caring qualified educators
- Government approved Childcare Subsidies available
The right place changes everything. Our ‘Settle-in’ offer supports your family with multiple orientations, flexible days & hours, no notice periods & more. See full details below.
Nido nook and toddlers indoor play area
Kinder indoor learning area
Toddlers indoor learning area
Toddlers indoor play area
Activities at the indoor atelier
Babies indoor play area
Water Play
Cucina
Outdoor play
Reception
Kinder outdoor area
Kinder outdoor play area
Cooking
Toddlers outdoor area
Nido car
Outdoor area
Outdoor Yoga
Exploring with light at the indoor atelier
Nido Early School Cumberland Park
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448-452 Goodwood Road,
Cumberland Park, SA 5041 -
Mon – Fri 6:30am to 6:30pm -
(08) 7123 2470
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cumberlandpark@nido.edu.au
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Nido Early School Cumberland Park Fees
Our daily fee includes everything your child needs throughout the day, with no extra charges.
The fee includes:
- Huggies nappies, water wipes and sunscreen
- Premium educational and learning resources for art, science, gardening, cooking, sports and wellbeing programs
- Our unique Kindergarten Curriculum
- Regular incursions and excursions, at no additional cost
- Wholefood meals freshly cooked on-site daily, including snacks
- Option to swap public holidays
Nido Early School also offer 50% off on holidays, see full fees T&Cs.
Since Nido Early School is a government approved childcare provider, if you're eligible for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) you can receive a government contribution towards reducing your out-of-pocket fees.
The following examples outline indicative out-of-pocket costs for families with varying Child Care Subsidy levels, reflecting the CCS rate cap increases on 6 July 2026. Further details are available at https://nido.edu.au/fees/
| Child Age | Daily fee with 80% CCS | Daily fee with 70% CCS | Daily fee with 60% CCS | Daily Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 3 years | $47.78 | $66.00 | $84.23 | $193.60 |
| Over 3 years | $32.18 | $48.27 | $64.36 | $160.90 |
Our team at Nido Cumberland Park
At Nido Cumberland, our team focuses on building strong relationships with every child, supporting them to feel safe, confident and respected.
Our leadership team consists of Natasha, our Executive Service Manager, Lauren, our Curriculum Leader and Deb, our Family Advocate. We are guided by a shared commitment to respectful and relationship-focused practice. We recognise each child as an individual, supporting their autonomy and voice in everyday experiences. Through the Circle of Security and a strong focus on wellbeing, our educators build trusting relationships while maintaining the highest standards of care and safety. Working collaboratively, our team creates calm and engaging environments where children feel supported to explore.
Why families choose Nido Cumberland Park
Settle-in at Nido Cumberland Park
At Nido Early School, we know how important it is to choose the right early education and care for your child, because the right place can change everything.
Our ‘Settle in’ offer is a thoughtful approach to welcoming every child, allowing time, space and flexibility for them to settle gently and confidently, and for you to feel happy in your choice while your family takes the big step of starting somewhere new.
- No enrolment or administration fees.
- As many orientations as your child needs.
- Flexible days and hours in the first 2 weeks to find what works.
- No notice period if you find in the first month it is not the right fit.
- Ongoing collaboration, communication and documentation through the transition process.
No pressure or rush. Just a gentle start at your child’s pace.
Every day is the most important day in a child’s life, and feeling confident in your choice matters too.
View ‘Settle-in’ offer T&Cs.
Every Day Matters at Nido Cumberland Park
At Nido Early School Cumberland Park, we provide inclusive, high-quality early education that celebrates cultural diversity and community connection.
We view children as competent, capable citizens who express themselves through the 100 languages of learning. Their voices are valued, and every moment is an opportunity to learn together.
Families are the child’s first teachers. We build respectful, collaborative partnerships that honor their knowledge, culture, and feedback to deepen our shared learning journey.
Our educators are the second teachers. Reflective professionals who nurture secure relationships, advocate for children, and create purposeful experiences that support holistic development.
Our environments are the third teachers. Beautiful, engaging spaces that inspire curiosity, discovery, and belonging.
Together, we foster a culture of growth, collaboration, and care, creating a consistent, nurturing ‘home away from home’ for every child.
Quality Resources
At Nido we provide premium resources, facilities, learning and opportunities, every day
- Sunscreen
- Nutrition
- Qualified Educators
- Reggio Emilia
- Parking
- Sustainability
- Bedding
- Outdoor Play
- Cultural Celebrations
- Library Visits
- Cooking
- Gardening
- School Readiness
- Huggies Nappies
- Nido Curriculum
- Atelier
- Piazza
- Art
- Dental
- Pram room
- Excursions
- Special Visitors
- Community
- Nursery sleep room
- Charity activity
Child-led Learning
- Engaging learning programs are child-led, inspired by the Reggio-Emilia philosophy and facilitated by a dedicated Curriculum Leader.
- Our teams are made up of passionate, sector leading degree qualified teachers, with all Educators diploma-qualified or holding a Cert III
- Our unique infant and toddler curriculum and kinder curriculum are co-designed with families, experts and educators and build upon the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) to balance literacy, numeracy, creativity, health and confidence.
- Our Garden spaces allow children to plant and grow garden-to-table ingredients, across all age groups.
- We have a dedicated Atelier that encourages supports to support creative expression for every child
- Our thoughtfully designed outdoor environments include water features that support exploration and sensory play.
Adventures at Nido Cumberland Park
- We run regular excursions to our local community garden, where children from nursery to kindergarten enjoy visiting.
- We have an ongoing connection with our local primary school, located across the road to our service, preparing our Kinder children for their transition to school.
- Visits to our local community centre butterfly garden supports children to explore and fosters curiosity and discovery.
Safety Every Day
At Nido, safety is part of every day. We follow national child-safe standards with strong leadership, rigorous recruitment, and ongoing training for everyone in our early schools. Our spaces are designed for clear supervision, and our policies are regularly reviewed to maintain the highest standards. Nothing matters more than creating safe and secure environments where children feel confident, and families place their full trust in our care.
Our Community
Community is at the heart of Nido. Every day, we nurture strong connections between families, educators, children and the wider community. Through inclusive events, regular updates and hands-on experiences – from community gardens to visits from special guests, every child feels confident, included and inspired to learn.
At Nido Cumberland Park, we value strong relationships that extend beyond the classroom to include families and the wider community. We are committed to creating opportunities for children to engage in shared experiences and meaningful community initiatives throughout the year. These experiences foster a strong sense of belonging for every child.
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Changes to the Child Care Subsidy
The 3 Day Guarantee. What does it mean for your family enrolling in 2026?From 5 January 2026, the Australian Government is updating the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) to guarantee at least 3 days of subsidised early childhood education and care per week. This means that all CCS-eligible families will receive at least 72 hours per fortnight (3 days/week) of subsidised childcare regardless of their work, study, or volunteering status.
Since Nido Early School is a government approved childcare provider, if you are eligible for CCS you will be entitled to the new 3 Day Child Care Subsidy Guarantee on your fees.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land, waters, and skies where we work and live across Australia. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. We celebrate the stories, culture, and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders of all communities, who work and live on this land.