Nido Early School Duncraig

Happy World Ocean Day!

Today we celebrate our beautiful oceans and the important role they play in our world. Through meaningful learning experiences, we encourage children to care for the environment, protect marine life and develop an appreciation for the natural world around them. 💙

Happy World Environment Day!

Today we celebrate the importance of caring for our planet and teaching children to respect and appreciate the world around them. Through gardening, recycling, outdoor play and sustainable practices, we encourage our children to become confident little caretakers of the environment. 💚

🌈✨ Happy Pride Month from all of us at Nido! ✨🌈

This month, we celebrate love, kindness, inclusion and the importance of creating a world where everyone feels safe, valued and accepted for who they are. At Nido, we believe in fostering a sense of belonging and respect for all children, families and communities

Through meaningful conversations, inclusive practices and celebrating diversity every day, we help children develop empathy, understanding and acceptance from an early age

Together, we continue to create a warm and welcoming environment where everyone can shine brightly and be proud of who they are 💛

Our Kindy children have been exploring their interest in football through a range of fun and engaging experiences both inside and outside the classroom! The children have been playing different games with footballs, creating football-inspired artwork and enjoying arts and crafts experiences linked to their learning.

As part of their learning, the children also designed and made their own football flags for the footy tipping they regularly participate in together. These experiences support teamwork, creativity, communication and social development while encouraging the children to express their ideas and interests through play.

Through sports-based learning, the children are also building gross motor skills, coordination, confidence and a strong sense of belonging within their classroom community. We love seeing their excitement and teamwork shine each day!

Classroom 3 have been engaging in meaningful learning experiences for Reconciliation Week through a collaborative outdoor art project. The children worked together to create a beautiful artwork using Aboriginal colours while painting outside in the fresh air.

This experience encouraged creativity, teamwork, communication and a sense of belonging as the children shared ideas and worked together towards a common goal. Through art and discussion, the children were introduced to the importance of culture, connection and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Outdoor creative experiences also support children’s fine motor development, self-expression, confidence and connection with the natural environment. We are so proud of the children for their thoughtful and collaborative work.

Our Nursery 1 children have been busy exploring colours through a variety of sensory trays and hands-on experiences! From scooping and mixing to touching and discovering, the children are learning through play in exciting and meaningful ways.

These experiences support early learning by encouraging sensory exploration, language development, fine motor skills and cognitive growth as children begin to recognise, identify and name different colours.

Through open ended play, the children are also building confidence, curiosity, creativity and important social skills as they learn alongside their peers. We love watching their little minds explore, discover, and learn every day! 💛🩵💚❤️