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Fees and Support

23rd June 2025

Changes to the Child Care Subsidy – what it means for families

From 7 July 2025, changes are coming for families who are eligible for government-funded CCS

1st July 2025

Getting Muddy With It | Mud Play

During sensory play activities such as mud play, children are learning to be pioneers in their own learning. Learn more about the benefits of sensory play!

Celebrating National Families Week at Guardian: Together, We Shine!

What makes our communities truly special? We believe it’s the sense of belonging, connection, and warmth shared by every family who walks through our doors

To BE Me: supporting your child’s growth every step of the way

Our new To BE Me curriculum supports each child's growth and learning - and keeps families involved every step of the way!

Child Safety & Wellbeing

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Choosing the Right People: How We Recruit to Keep Children Safe

22nd July 2025

Discover how Guardian ensures your child’s safety through strict, child-safe recruitment practices and zero-tolerance policies.

Let’s talk: Children and Safety

1st April 2025

Children have the right to be safe and feel safe, always.

Red Nose Day – Safe Sleeping for Babies

19th August 2024

In honour of Safe Sleep Week 2024, here's some tips on how you can help your baby sleep safely.

Caring For Children

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Celebrating National Families Week at Guardian: Together, We Shine!

9th May 2025

What makes our communities truly special? We believe it’s the sense of belonging, connection, and warmth shared by every family who walks through our doors

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Building Emotional Resilience in the Early Years

10th September 2024

We all know how valuable emotional resilience can be in navigating life. When it comes to shaping a solid sense of bouncing back, it starts from day one.

Welcoming a Sibling: Advice for Parents

11th February 2023

Expert advice for welcoming a new sibling into the family and helping your older child adjust to the change.

Child Development

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Starting School: What is ‘Social and Emotional Readiness’?

22nd January 2025

During the first five years of life, children develop many motor, communication and language, cognitive, and social and emotional skills.

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Curiosity and Imagination: Why resources at childcare centres are so important

29th December 2024

What do you look for when choosing childcare? These environments and resources will spark your child’s imagination and support their growth.

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10 signs your child might be ready for school

3rd November 2024

Those important first five years of a child’s life are preparation for the exciting transition to formal schooling.

Child Education

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How to encourage a love of reading in your child

2nd August 2025

Fun ways to help encourage a child’s love of reading, including singing, nursery rhymes and reading out loud. We love learning through play.

To BE Me: supporting your child’s growth every step of the way

16th April 2025

Our new To BE Me curriculum supports each child's growth and learning - and keeps families involved every step of the way!

Supporting children to have a Flying Start to School

11th February 2025

Find out more about our Flying Start to School kindergarten and preschool program and how we support your child to transition to school.

Fees and Support

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Plan Ahead for Success: Why Securing Your Child’s 2026 Spot Now Can Help Your Transition into Care

15th August 2025

Find out why enrolling now for 2026 can help with a smooth transition to caare

Changes to the Child Care Subsidy – what it means for families

23rd June 2025

From 7 July 2025, changes are coming for families who are eligible for government-funded CCS

Save on kindergarten fees with Queensland government subsidies – Guardian Childcare in Queensland

14th January 2025

Learn how QLD families can get up to 15hrs of Free Kindergarten and reduce kindergarten fees with government subsidies. Book a tour find out

Playtime With Children

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Places to go with children this winter in Melbourne

11th June 2025

We’ve put together a list of ace activities that’ll keep your children in warm spirits this winter within the Melbourne city. Read now!

Water Play: A Fun and Engaging Way To Learn

5th December 2024

Water play experiences you can do at home with your children. Plus, find out more about the Guardian Summer Learning Program.

Children Thrive on Outdoor Learning in Fullarton

5th August 2023

Children at Guardian Childcare & Education Fullarton are embracing the outdoor learning environment and experiencing the benefits. Read more!

Parenting Advice

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Places to go with children this winter in Melbourne

11th June 2025

We’ve put together a list of ace activities that’ll keep your children in warm spirits this winter within the Melbourne city. Read now!

The Battle of the Toothbrush

5th August 2024

To keep your toddler’s teeth in top condition, champion diet and oral hygiene - and help them become buddies with their toothbrush.

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The Benefits of Choosing an Early Learning Centre Close to Work

16th March 2024

Bringing your child on public transport might seem a little daunting, but CBD early learning centres close to work offer many great benefits. Read more!

Recipe Ideas for Children

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Hidden Veggie Lasagna

1st February 2025

Try our Hidden Veggie Lasagna recipe from Chef Tania at Guardian Sydenham. A family-friendly meal that's nutritious and ideal for fussy eaters.

Carrot, Chia and Sultana Cake

1st December 2024

Looking for easy family recipes? Our Guardian Chadstone Centre Chef Rina's Carrot, Chia and Sultana Cake is a delicious, healthy snack!

Blueberry and Spinach Superfood Green Smoothie

1st July 2024

Looking for easy recipes for your family? Our Blueberry and Spinach Superfood Green Smoothie is a delicious, healthy option for breakfast.

Activities For Children

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Choosing Great Books for Toddlers

10th August 2025

Reading is one of our favourite things to do - we've got some great books to recommend!

Getting Muddy With It | Mud Play

1st July 2025

During sensory play activities such as mud play, children are learning to be pioneers in their own learning. Learn more about the benefits of sensory play!

Places to go with children this winter in Melbourne

11th June 2025

We’ve put together a list of ace activities that’ll keep your children in warm spirits this winter within the Melbourne city. Read now!

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News & Advice

Changes to the Child Care Subsidy – what it means for families

Getting Muddy With It | Mud Play

Celebrating National Families Week at Guardian: Together, We Shine!

To BE Me: supporting your child’s growth every step of the way

Child Safety & Wellbeing

Choosing the Right People: How We Recruit to Keep Children Safe

Let’s talk: Children and Safety

Red Nose Day – Safe Sleeping for Babies

Caring For Children

Celebrating National Families Week at Guardian: Together, We Shine!

Building Emotional Resilience in the Early Years

Welcoming a Sibling: Advice for Parents

Child Development

Starting School: What is ‘Social and Emotional Readiness’?

Curiosity and Imagination: Why resources at childcare centres are so important

10 signs your child might be ready for school

Child Education

How to encourage a love of reading in your child

To BE Me: supporting your child’s growth every step of the way

Supporting children to have a Flying Start to School

Fees and Support

Plan Ahead for Success: Why Securing Your Child’s 2026 Spot Now Can Help Your Transition into Care

Changes to the Child Care Subsidy – what it means for families

Save on kindergarten fees with Queensland government subsidies – Guardian Childcare in Queensland

Playtime With Children

Places to go with children this winter in Melbourne

Water Play: A Fun and Engaging Way To Learn

Children Thrive on Outdoor Learning in Fullarton

Parenting Advice

Places to go with children this winter in Melbourne

The Battle of the Toothbrush

The Benefits of Choosing an Early Learning Centre Close to Work

Recipe Ideas for Children

Hidden Veggie Lasagna

Carrot, Chia and Sultana Cake

Blueberry and Spinach Superfood Green Smoothie

Activities For Children

Choosing Great Books for Toddlers

Getting Muddy With It | Mud Play

Places to go with children this winter in Melbourne

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