Becoming Me
Kindergarten and preschool for three- and four-year-old children
A Confident Start to Learning and Belonging
At Guardian, your child’s safety and wellbeing are our highest priority; every day, in everything we do. We believe these special early years should be filled with curiosity, discovery and connection. We’re not only preparing children for school but supporting them to build a love of learning for life.
To BE Me is Guardian’s bespoke learning program, designed to support your child through each age and stage of their early years. The program includes resources and tools that support learning and make it easy to see your child’s progress along our Learning and Development Pathways.
To BE Me: Our Personalised Approach to Learning
While every part of your child’s first 5 years is important, we know you want to be sure that your child is truly ready for starting school
We know how to support each child, backed by research that shows social/emotional development is the most important factor for children to experience academic success in formal schooling.
To address this, To BE Me has a specific, two-year Kindergarten/Preschool program Flying Start to School that meets the National Quality Standard and the National Quality Framework.
Understanding your child at every stage
At each stage of your child’s early life, they have different needs and display quite distinctive behaviours. Becoming Me is the first stage of Flying Start to School, designed especially for three- and four-year-olds. It supports each child’s independence, resilience and love of learning, all within a safe, supportive group environment.
This program is based on discovery, independence and communication.
This age group has thoughts, theories and opinions about the world which they want to share with others. They are curious and brave and want to try things for themselves, work out solutions and be heard by those around them.
We encourage each child to develop confidence and independence in a safe, supportive environment where it is okay to make mistakes and try again. They can be part of a group who celebrates achievements and strengths. This supports your child to become resilient, persistent, and feel great about themselves as a learner.
Our Seven Areas of Learning
To BE Me groups your child’s learning into seven areas to help you see their progress clearly. Each of these areas has behaviours or skills that are generally linked to each age and stage. Learn more about our 7 Areas of Learning by clicking here.
Our Teams bring learning to life
Our degree-qualified Teachers know how important these early years are. They create meaningful, engaging experiences that connect learning to the real world. Our teams focus on helping your child discover their unique strengths, develop confidence, and feel excited about what they can achieve.
Supported to think, imagine, and wonder
We nurture creativity by using real-world objects and experiences to create meaningful learning opportunities. Through play and exploration, children develop their knowledge, confidence, and curiosity. Creative experiences include art, storytelling, and hands-on problem-solving, all tailored to your child’s unique interests and abilities.
Exploring the world through play
Play is at the heart of everything we do, helping children develop those essential skills at their own pace. We balance playful discovery with structured learning to build language, literacy, and numeracy skills in a way that feels natural and fun.
Outdoor adventures
Outdoor play is central to our Becoming Me program, offering opportunities to develop balance, coordination, confidence and motor skills.
Sustainability
From growing their own vegetables to learning about recycling, interactive experiences develop problem-solving skills, independence, and a sense of responsibility.
Cooking and everyday skills
Cooking teaches numeracy through counting, measuring, and weighing ingredients while helping children develop independence and confidence.
Government Funding for 3-Year-Old Preschool / Kindergarten
In some states, government funding is available to help cover the cost of preschool or kindergarten for 3-year-old children. This support can make quality early learning more accessible for families.
Select your state below to find out what funding options may be available to you.
Don’t miss the next step: Being Me
Becoming Me is just the beginning. A Flying Start to School continues with the second year for four- and five-year-olds, Being Me.
