Nido Early School Woodend

24/07/2026

🧸 P Y J A M A W E E K 🛌

This week, our educators and children are embracing the comfort and fun of Pyjama Week!

Wearing pyjamas to isn't just exciting— it raises awareness for the Pyjama Foundation, for children in Forster Care. It also supports in creating a relaxed, welcoming environment where children feel safe, secure, and ready to learn.

Through shared experiences like this, children build a sense of belonging, strengthen friendships, and develop confidence as they participate in conversations, imaginative play, and group activities. These meaningful moments support social and emotional wellbeing while reminding us that learning happens in everyday experiences, especially when children feel happy, connected, and comfortable.

Thank you to everyone who joined in for a super comfy week! 🌙✨

21/07/2026

M R . A N T S R E C Y C L Y I N G M A N ♻️

This week we were proud to welcome back for an annual incursion, Mr. Ants Recycling Man!

Our 3yo and 4yo Kinder programs have both been exploring sustainable practices in their own unique way through our worm farms, chicken coup, produce gardens and inquiry projects around types of bins, dishwashing and food wastage.

In order to extend on these wonderful ideas, curiosities and exceeding themes within our service we were proud to welcome Anthony back for his 1 man show.

Mr. Ants Man and his show all about the love, passion and ongoing daily dedication to recycling is an inspiring conversation that not only aligns with our intentional teaching practice, but our community and family values.

We are so grateful to have Mr. Ants come and visit us regularly to heighten our commitment to sustainable practices, we look forward to welcoming him back soon.

19/07/2026

CONGRATULATIONS CASSIE 🎉

We are so incredibly proud of our wonderful educator Cassie, who has successfully obtained her Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Cassie is one of our 7 educators upskilling currently with our incredible partners Chisholm Institute and Practical Outcomes.

Cassie began with us 4 years ago, working through her Certificate III and then her Diploma. Cassie, your ongoing commitment to learning within our community is so incredibly special as your peers to see you shine.

A huge congratulations to Cassie on completing her Diploma. We are so proud of your dedication, perseverance, and passion for early childhood education. Your hard work and commitment to providing the very best for children and families shines through every day, and we're so excited to see all you continue to achieve. Well done, Cassie! 💛

Please join us below in congratulating Cassie on this wonderful achievement 👏🏼🎉💛

12/07/2026

🧸💙 PYJAMA WEEK IS HERE ! 💙🧸

This coming week , Monday 13th - Friday 17th we invite our educators and children to wear their favourite pyjamas as we come together to support The Pyjama Foundation. By dressing in our cosiest PJs, we’re helping raise awareness to support children in foster care through learning, literacy and positive mentoring.

Alongside the fun, Pyjama Week encourages conversations about kindness, empathy and helping others, while creating a warm, relaxed environment where children feel safe, secure and ready to learn through play.

Please note our Bush Cirriculum across all rooms will continue to please do not hesitate to continue to bring warm clothing and clothing that can get wet.

Thank you to all of our wonderful families for supporting this meaningful cause. We look forward to a very comfortable week!! 💙✨

11/07/2026

🖤💛❤️ 5 0 Y E A R S O F D E A D L Y ❤️💛🖤

This week, we proudly celebrated NAIDOC Week and this year's inspiring theme, "50 Years of Deadly." It marks 50 years of recognising the strength, resilience, leadership and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, while honouring the communities and generations who have kept culture, language and traditions strong.

Throughout the week, our children engaged in meaningful experiences that celebrate First Nations storytelling, art, music, nature and learning together.

Our Kindergarten programs explored a range of literacy, small world play and went on a researching journey of what has been the past 50 years- similarities and differences alike. Our Toddler and Nursery learners explored artworks, messy play and natural landscapes and reefs through creativity.

At Nido Woodend, we are committed to fostering inclusion, respect and a sense of belonging, helping children develop an understanding of the importance of caring for Country, celebrating diversity and learning from the rich histories and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Together, we celebrate 50 Years of Deadly and the many generations who continue to inspire, lead and strengthen our communities.

02/07/2026

S P O N T A N E O U S L E A R N I N G

🎨 Our Toddler Room embraced a wonderful spontaneous learning moment today through painting! The children explored colours, creativity, and self-expression while building their fine motor skills and confidence. We love following our children's interests and turning everyday moments into meaningful learning experiences. 🌈🖌️

At Nido Woodend we value intentional teaching and create meaningful experiences, however we embrace the spontaneous moments like this painting experience, led by an interest, directed by a voice, a conversation with a family or community member.

17/06/2026

☔️🌤️🌦️ R A I N , H A I L O R S H I N E

We are no strangers to rainy days, muddy puddles and the occasional snow in Woodend. Here at Nido Woodend we are big believers in the saying “there is no such thing as bad weather, only innapropriate clothing”.

We are proud that our risk assessment processes prior to and during excursions support the safe travels around our community. Our children are great contributors to this process also- “rainy! need my gumboots to stay dry”.

Our reflection opportunities also ensure that we are always growing and learning with our community and our regular outings.

16/06/2026

Many exciting opportunities coming up in the next few weeks all around our community 💥📕📚 be sure to click the link to find out more!!

Keep the kids busy in the library these holidays – book now for our winter break program.
It’s jam-packed with fun and free performances, craft, science, book and tech activities, and has a special focus on First Nations culture for NAIDOC Week.

Pick up a paper copy in the library, or view online here
https://www.ncgrl.vic.gov.au/school-holiday-program/

08/06/2026

A gentle reminder that our service is closed today, Monday, 8th June 2026, due to the King’s Birthday Public Holiday. 👑 We will see you all again tomorrow!