Guardian Childcare & Education Camperdown

  • Keeping children safe always comes first. All of our team are committed to uphold the highest standards of child safety. Read our approach here
  • We’re excited to announce that Camperdown has been named a finalist for the 2025 Local Business Awards in the Inner West!
  • Welcoming and exciting Centre with large indoor and outdoor environments rich in nature and strong community connections.
  • Come and see why our families are our raving fans where belonging to our community and strong communication is a key part of a child’s development. You will feel part of their day, every day.

Book a tour today to see what makes our Centre special & have all your questions answered

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HOURS

Mon to Fri 7:00am to 6:00pm

ADDRESS

1 Denison Street Camperdown, NSW, 2050

SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS

Check out our fantastic indoor and outdoor learning spaces your child will enjoy

Welcome to our Centre

Welcome to the new-look Guardian Camperdown, our expansive and lively early learning centre where strong community connections are part of every day. We provide high-quality care and education in a nurturing environment, from our welcoming nursery rooms through to our government-funded Flying Start to School preschool program.

What makes our Camperdown childcare centre the ideal choice for your family?

• Our newly renovated, beautifully designed indoor spaces feature quality, age-appropriate resources that engage and inspire.
• An extensive outdoor area, including a hidden gem rooftop playground with a vegetable garden to spark exploration.
• Our To BE Me learning programs meet each child where they are, supporting their individual development. Our team understands and encourages your child at every stage.

We provide a premium daycare where each child’s safety and wellbeing is our priority. Be part of our leading community!

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Meet our Centre Manager Amber and team

"Every child is a different kind flower and together they make a beautiful garden"

Daily Fees

Value for quality care. See our daily fee and your CCS-reduced cost

View Daily Fees

Our Flying Start to School program provides a specialised 2-year curriculum for children aged 3 to 5. Our unique program has two stages - Becoming Me for 3 year olds and Being Me for 4 year olds. Using developmental milestones and continuous monitoring of your child's progress, this program is designed to make sure your child gets a flying start to school. Read more HERE

Flying start to school

Where children are supported to be brave, curious, and bold in their learning, for the best possible start to life.

Reviews from Google

4.7
(13)
Kalpana N.
Kalpana N.
08:21 21 Jul 25
We had a great experience at Guardian daycare. I cannot say enough good things about staff. My kid was in baby class and had a great experience throughout the day. Rebekah in admin was always very helpful to us. We recently moved from abroad and were having difficulties initiating the daycare, but Rebekah consistently provided us with great knowledge, advice and support. Every teacher in the baby class deserves great applause for being innovative, educated and experienced in ensuring the kids learn and get challenged in the most fun way possible. Forever thankful to this daycare.
Chris
Chris
23:57 07 Mar 24
Bethan T.
Bethan T.
01:13 05 Feb 24
Hsin
Hsin
02:59 25 Jan 24
This is an excellent childcare.My daughter had been here for less than a year, but she really likes the teachers. She still talked about them during our daily conversation.The teachers here are very enthusiastic and caring. They also offered interesting and beneficial courses to help kids' development in various aspects. The class was always well organized and every kid was looked after.Parents can get clear notifications from the app, the centre’s message board and teachers at all times.We felt very comfortable to send our child to this centre.
Zaa K
Zaa K
01:52 15 Feb 23
Sophie
Sophie
01:38 11 Oct 22
An amazing team and management who go above and beyond for the children in all aspects. We couldn't be happier with our experience for our son.
Michelle B.
Michelle B.
01:44 16 Aug 22
Great Centre! Staff are so friendly and caring, little one loves playing with the educators and little friends. Brilliant staff who are very supportive and helpful and great with helping the kids grow and learn. Couldn't recommend this Centre enough!
Emefa K.
Emefa K.
01:27 12 Jul 22
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M
04:38 27 May 22
My two sons have been attending Guardian childcare in Camperdown since the new refurbishment. We cannot speak highly enough of the centre and the staff here. We had transitioned from another daycare, and the boys' behaviour and willingness to attend have been night and day. The staff are always super accomodating and we feel that they make the effort to really get to know us as a family on a personal level. Giselle (centre manager) is really involved both from a managerial perspective as well as being hands on with the kids (this makes a huge difference to how the centre and staff run, in my opinion, from past experiences at other centres). The in house chef prepares very nutritious meals, they've even managed to get my son to start eating his vegetables! We are so glad we made the change for the boys. Highly recommend!
Gemma D.
Gemma D.
10:52 26 May 22
We have been sending our two children to the newly refurbished Camperdown Guardian since February this year and we’ve been delighted! Our Children (and my husband and I!) love the staff and the facilities are so fresh and new! There is plenty of space and the rooftop garden is a hidden gem with plenty of room for the kids to run around in the fresh air. The staff are kind, attentive and supportive of the kids development. The in house chef also gives instagram style updates of the delicious and healthy food she serves up everyday which is a great piece of mind when it comes to the kids nutrition. Highly recommend!
David P.
David P.
21:20 17 Oct 18
Cns C
Cns C
22:39 09 Jan 18
My son, who was new to this country and the English Language, could not settle at all at another child care centre because their director suggested us to send him to the centre full day from day 2 without any parents companion. After 2 weeks of frustration and crying we had to remove him from that centre and that's when we found Guardian in Camperdown. The director was obviously more experienced. She said because of the new environment, language and people my son can easily gets overwhelmed. We should do this step by step, be there with him for at least 1 week and start from half day. We took her suggestion and with the help of the other lovely teachers, my son settled beautifully.
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Rhythm of the Day

We know children (and families) like routine. Whilst no two days of learning are ever the same - here's what a day at Guardian might look like.

Morning

Our friendly Nursery team of familiar educators will be there to greet you and support your baby to settle in for the day.  Breakfast time is available & families are welcome to stay and enjoy with the children. This is also a great chance for conversation to share what is important and how your baby’s night at home was.

Mid-Morning

Our nursery learning environments are set up indoors and outdoors for your baby to engage with a variety of planned experiences while they interact with our team such as exploring picture books, singing songs together. We also offer morning tea.

Middle of the Day

Dependent on the needs of every baby, we time lunch to suit the children. Team members will support your child to eat and/or have a bottle, and when they are ready, are gently settled for sleep or rest. With an open-door policy, families can enjoy lunch/bottle time with your baby if you wish.

Mid-Afternoon

Our nursery planned experiences (both indoor and outdoor) continue and there are opportunities for movement, playing games, more books and songs, or sensory exploration. Afternoon snack is provided.

End of Day

We’ll have your baby’s belongings ready for you at pick up time. The Nursery team will share information about your baby’s day and their learning, preparing you and your child for a smooth transition to your evening. Please grab a piece of fruit or snack on the way out!

What's included in the Guardian Experience

From nutritious meals and engaging learning programs —it’s all covered in your daily rate. No hidden extras, just peace of mind for you and a great day for your child.

Hat, wetbag and sunscreen

Hat, wetbag and sunscreen

5 meals per day

5 meals per day

All incursions and excursions

All incursions and excursions

Nappies, wipes and formula

Nappies and wipes

Storypark parenting app

Storypark parenting app

Long day care hours year around

Long day care hours year around

Frequently asked questions

What we do to keep children safe

Create Safe Spaces & Practices

  • Nappy change areas are designed to have visibility windows and are set up for maximum supervision
  • Our policies also cater for team members being in sight or sound of another team member at all times.
  • Safety embedded in daily programs – by conducting daily checklists, comprehensive risk assessments, and more
  • personal phones or devices are not allowed in learning spaces.

Safe People Who Follow Safe Policies

  • Working With Children Checks for all team members. Automatic alerts if a WWCC is revoked and team member not eligible for shifts
  • Rigorous reference checks – must provide previous line managers for their past roles
  • Annual compulsory Suitability Declarations to confirm ongoing fitness to work with children
  • Mandatory reporting and speaking up – report concerns immediately and all concerns will be investigated fully
  • Ongoing mandatory training in child safety, including annual refreshers and leadership-specific modules

Controlling Access to our Centres

  • Multiple levels of security in all centres
  • All visitors must sign in and present photo ID before entry
  • All tradespeople must provide a WWCC & complete Guardian-specific induction.

Read more here

Daily Fee Information

Daily Rates

Our daily rates are all inclusive and have no additional charges for incursions / excursions or any of our learning programs. The rates shown are an estimate based on using Childcare Subsidy (CCS) subsidised hours. The CCS helps lower your out-of-pocket costs, with subsidy rates dependant on your individual family eligibility levels.

What You Might Pay After CCS
Age of Room Daily Rate 60% Subsidy 80% Subsidy
Nursery (0–2) $174.75 $75.14 $41.94
Toddler (2–3) $169.86 $73.04 $40.77
Preschool (3–5) $164.98 $70.94 $39.60

The New South Wales Government offers funding to provide families fee relief of up to $2174 per child aged three and above, and up to $515 per year for children aged three. This support is in addition to the Child Care Subsidy and can help to lower your out-of-pocket fees. Ask for more details when you tour the centre.

What should I bring, and what do you provide?

What we Provide

  • Nappies and wipes
  • Bed linen
  • Guardian hat
  • SPF 50+ sunscreen
  • All nutritious meals and snacks

What to Bring

  • Water bottle
  • Spare change of clothing, labelled
  • Soft toy or comfort blanket for nap time
  • Baby's bottles for formula or breastmilk

Who are the team that will be looking after my child?

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Amber and team

Our Centre team, led by our experienced Centre Manager Amber, prides themselves on creating a great sense of community for all families.

Each role in the Centre is designed to work together to help create a nurturing environment for every child in each of our learning spaces.

In our Nursery Room, the dedicated team has a special role in creating secure attachments, routines, and strong relationships. Unique to Guardian nurseries is our Baby Ambassador, who is your go-to person for you and your baby’s first 12 months with us. They will know every detail about your baby: how breast or bottle milk is managed, how they like to eat, their sleeping routines, the nappies they wear, and more. With babies as young as six weeks in the Centre, it’s the Baby Ambassador’s job to work with families and Educators to help make our Nursery feel just like home.

Our Educators across the age groups work together to create fun, stimulating, and age-appropriate experiences for every child in their care. They are dedicated, experienced professionals who are allocated to a specific room so they can get to know each child individually and support their learning and development.

As part of our 2-year Flying Start to School program, we have degree-qualified Teachers who use the latest teaching practices to help your child build essential practical and social skills, ensuring they’re ready for their next big adventure—school!

Each room has a Lead Educator or Teacher who is responsible for planning and implementing an effective ongoing cycle of planning, documentation, and evaluation of the room’s learning program.

At the core of the Centre is our Cook—make sure you check out their daily menu when you visit. They help make food part of the learning journey and love seeing how children respond to new and exciting flavours.

The team is supported by a strong Leadership Team, including an Assistant Centre Manager and an Educational Leader.

Every role at the Centre is as important as the next.

How will you share updates about my child’s day?

Great communication is vital in our collaborative partnerships with families at the Centre. We have a variety of different ways we communicate with you about your child’s learning and progress:


  1. Storypark app - Stay connected to your child's day with regular updates, including photos and learning insights

  2. Pick-up and drop-off updates – Our Educators will share highlights from their day, including experiences they enjoyed, mealtimes, and naps to support your evening routine.

  3. In-room learning exchange displays make our weekly learning plans easy to see so you know what your child will be learning.

  4. Centre Newsletters – Great for community connection and wider Centre and team updates.

  5. Development documentation and meetings for your individual child’s progress.


But remember our door is always open.

What are the main features of this Centre

Our exciting, resource-rich environments include:

  • Passionate team of educators, who focus on relationships with children and their families
  • Newly-renovated, beautifully designed spaces to inspire learning, curiosity and a sense of belonging
  • Engaging outdoor play space with a spacious rooftop playground, water play area, art ateliers, a vegetable garden and worm farm to spark exploration and discovery
  • Our Centre provides nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, all nutritious meals and snacks, high quality formula and bed linen.

Our Learning Programs

Learning should be fun! Learning through play encourages children to explore and understand their world at their own pace. It helps build their knowledge, develop confidence, and embrace curiosity.

Learning should be fun! Learning through play allows children to build their knowledge, develop confidence, and embrace curiosity.

Preschool Program

No state fee relief information available.

Out and about

Through excursions, children are supported to expand their world, to get to know their community, and have a sense of belonging. Their learning thrives when they feel safe, welcome, and that they belong.

STEM

Children discover the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through age-appropriate activities that are designed to foster curiosity and develop foundational skills like problem-solving and creativity.

Cooking

Cooking experiences teach numeracy by counting ingredients, and weighing and measuring quantities and volume, while managing these tasks supports independence and confidence.

Ella Language

Learning languages through Early Learning Languages Australia (ELLA) supports brain development and social skills and creates opportunities to celebrate cultural diversity.

Joy of Reading

Reading aloud to children each day inspires imagination and supports thinking. Books with rhythm, rhyme and word patterns make stories more playful and memorable.

Sustainability

From growing veggies and foraging in the garden for that day’s meal ingredients to learning about recycling, children learn about being part of a community, connecting to their environment and understanding their impact on the world.

What our families say about the centre

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