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What to expect from the first week at childcare

10th January 2026

The Educators at Guardian take great care to ensure your child's first week of childcare is as smooth as possible.

Understanding and Including Children with Autism

27th September 2025

At Guardian, we aim to give children with Autism as many opportunities to be included & have the same early learning experience as everyone else. Read more!

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What is Sensory Play and Why is it Important?

13th July 2025

Sensory play is a range of learning experiences that support and stimulate children’s senses allowing them to actively engage and play. Learn more today!

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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!

Risky Business: Appropriate Risks During Play

1st May 2023

An Educator’s role is to support children to take appropriate risks & allow them to make informed judgements about their own safety. Read more!

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Making a Smooth Transition to ‘Big’ School

21st November 2022

The transition to school is a huge adjustment for both children and families. Here's how Guardian programs prepare children for a lifetime of learning.

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What Is Welcome to Country and Why Do We Do It?

23rd June 2022

At every Guardian event we acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we stand, through Acknowledgement of Country and Welcome to Country.

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Podcast: Babies Learn from Birth

19th May 2022

Guardian Curriculum Mentor Simone Myskiw spoke to the team at Kiddipedia about how babies learn and how importsnt the frst 1000 days are.

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Inspiration from Reggio Emilia at Guardian Altona North

24th April 2022

Our early learning philosophy is deeply inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach which views children as capable of complex thinking. Read more!

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How Children Really Learn

12th January 2021

How children really learn may surprise you. Its mostly about feeling secure and happy, the environment and the support around them.

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Our Spidey-Senses are Tingling at Guardian Homebush

22nd May 2019

The children at Guardian Homebush have embarked on an in-depth investigation into the fascinating world of spiders!

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Discovering Literacy and Numeracy at Guardian Marrickville

19th November 2018

Centre Manager of Guardian Marrickville, Nicole Sammut, discussed learning at the centre and the unique opportunities that arise from imagination.

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Documenting Your Child’s Learning Journey Via Storypark

23rd February 2018

At Guardian, we use Storypark for two-way communication between families and educators, as it is an important part of a child's early learning journey.

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Guardian Caringbah Measures Up!

2nd February 2018

At Guardian Caringbah, the children have been undertaking a measurement experience where they've been investigating height and scale.

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Comparing Early Learning Centres

3rd January 2018

When it comes to finding the right early learning centre for you, it can all feel like guesswork. Here's a few tips on what to look for when signing up.

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Raising Confident Children

27th December 2017

Growing happy and confident children with strong social skills and emotional wellbeing is a topic at the heart of so many of our conversations as parents.

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Bruce’s Ninja Warrior Course, Nest Sculpting and More!

13th December 2017

The children at Guardian Early Learning Centre – Bruce in the ACT have been busy with a range of sensory activities over the past few months.

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Explaining Loose Parts Play

28th November 2017

Loose parts play is a type of kids activity that supports invention, divergent thinking, problem-solving and offers a sense of wonder to children. Learn more!

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