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South.Point Tuggeranong, ACT

An alternative to traditional childcare for Canberra parents

Flexible, teacher-led educational childminding for babies through to eight-year-olds. Book by the hour, with no lock-in days, and add a co-working desk when you need to work close by.

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Unlimited Membership

$20/week: Unlimited Educational Play & Stay

Up to 8 sessions a week, Tue–Fri. Sign up once, then book as many sessions as you like.

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Childminding and co-working, side by side

Quality teacher-led childminding, with a calm co-working space a few steps away. Use one, or use both, and only pay for the hours you actually need.

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Educational Childminding

Flexible, teacher-led care for ages 0 to 8, booked by the hour with no lock-in days.

  • From $25 an hour
  • Max 10 children, around a 1:5 ratio
  • Play-based learning every session
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The co-working room with private desk dividers and lockers
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Parent Co-Working

Stay close and get real work done. Add a desk to your child's session, or book the private office.

  • Just $10 an hour on top of childminding
  • Desks, private office and full day options
  • Your child is cared for a few steps away
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Education

Education Programs

Prefer to stay with your child? Join Educational Play & Stay, Transition to School, or Atelier sessions, led by qualified teachers.

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Max 10 Children at a time
~1:5 Educator to child ratio
2 University-qualified teachers on-site
No lock-in Book by the hour
How We Compare

A different kind of care

Traditional centres and nannies both work well for some families. Here is where we fit, and where we do not.

  Traditional childcare Nanny / au pair The Learning Nest Co.
Bookings Fixed days only Dependent on availability Book by the hour, when you need it
Group size Large groups One to one, often no peers Max 10 children on-site at any time
Ratios Up to 1:11 depending on age 1:1 by nature Around 1:5, with extra staff for younger children
Qualifications Mixed qualifications, high staff turnover Often no formal qualification University-qualified early childhood educators and primary teachers
Activities Structured routine, limited flexibility, clock-driven Supervision only, rarely structured learning Intentional, play-based educational program every session
Commitment Locked into set days whether you need them or not No lock-in, but inconsistent and one carer only Use it only when you need it: an hour, a morning, a one-off
Best for Families who need the same full-time days every week Families who want in-home, one-to-one help Parents who want qualified teaching and real flexibility, without paying for days they do not use
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Primary school tutoring at The Learning Nest Co.
Tutoring

Primary School Tutoring (K–6)

One-on-one and small-group tutoring led by qualified teachers. Whether your child needs a confidence boost, targeted support in literacy or numeracy, or enrichment beyond the classroom, we tailor sessions to their needs.

Registrations are now open. Submit an expression of interest and we'll be in touch.

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Inclusive & Neurodivergent-Friendly

Every child belongs at The Nest

We welcome children of all ages, all developmental stages, and every way of thinking, moving and playing, including neurodivergent children and those with additional needs. Sensory-aware, child-led, and always at your child's own pace.

Neurodivergent-friendly

Every child is encouraged to be themselves and has their uniqueness embraced.

Sensory-aware space

Spread over several rooms, with a quiet corner, sensory activities, and time to settle in. All activities are optional.

NDIS families welcome

Using an NDIS plan? Get in touch and we'll help arrange something that suits your family.

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Leonie and Shannon
About Us

Meet Leonie & Shannon

The Learning Nest Co. was founded by Leonie and Shannon, qualified early childhood educators and primary school teachers, and mums with seven kids between them, who understand what it's like to be a busy parent.

Together, they created a warm, nurturing space at South.Point Tuggeranong where children enjoy intentional, play-based learning while parents get the time they need: for work, study, self-care, or simply a break.

Every session is led by qualified educators with real classroom and early childhood experience, and backed by First Aid, WWVP checks and low ratios, so you can feel confident your child is in great hands.

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When we're open

Monday

10am – 4pm

Tuesday

10am – 4pm

Wednesday

10am – 4pm

Thursday

10am – 4pm

Friday

10am – 8:30pm

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Memberships

Coming in regularly? Save with a membership

If you visit most weeks, a membership works out cheaper than booking session by session, and locks in your time so you can plan around it.

Play & Stay
$20/week

Up to 8 Educational Play & Stay sessions a week, Tuesday to Friday.

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Childminding
$150/month

4 x 2-hour childminding sessions, 8 hours to use flexibly across the month.

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Co-Working Lite
$280/month

4 x 3-hour co-working sessions with childminding included, one a week.

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Co-Working Pro
$550/month

8 x 3-hour co-working sessions with childminding included, two a week.

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Choose your session, pick a time, and you're all set.

New to The Nest?

Complete our enrolment form before your first visit so we can best care for your child.

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Have a question? We'd love to hear from you.

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Inside The Nest

A glimpse into our space, our programs, and the families who call us home.

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