Toddlers (2 to 3)
The Best Start for Curious Toddlers
At Guardian Childcare, your toddler’s safety and wellbeing come first. Designed for children aged 2-3, we provide a warm, engaging environment where children feel secure and excited to explore. Through trusted relationships, consistent routines and play-based learning, we support toddlers to build confidence and those important social and emotional skills.
To BE Me: a personalised approach to learning
Our exclusive, best-in-sector To BE Me program supports toddlers with learning tailored to their age, needs and stage of development.
To BE Me understands that at each stage of your child’s early life, they have different needs and display quite distinctive behaviours.
PLAYING WITH ME (age 2-3) is our program for toddlers, and is based on joy, fun, play, energy and learning through movement. Toddlers need to move around and are enthusiastic and energetic learners who want to know, feel, touch and delight in the world around them.
We support our toddlers to move between inspiring spaces that bring them together with their peers. We provide them with choices to grow their interests and inspire new ideas to share.
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.
Specialist Toddler Teams
Our dedicated Toddler teams understand this exciting – and busy – stage of development and work closely with families to support every child’s growing confidence and their early childhood development needs.
- Support for toilet training, partnering with you to follow your child’s individual cues and readiness
- Plenty of opportunities for independence, including dressing on and off, putting on shoes, applying sunscreen, self-serving meals, and washing hands and faces
- Early childhood Educators who understand toddlers’ social development and support children to build friendships and a sense of belonging
- Play-based learning designed for active toddlers, with lots of movement, exploration and hands-on “messy play” experiences (the kind that’s fun here and easier not to do at home!)
Communication with Families
We keep you fully connected to your child’s learning and development, every day:
- Drop off and pick up: You’re always welcome to stop and have a chat with your child’s educators. The team will keep you up to date on your toddler’s day, including their learning experiences and daily routines.
- Through Storypark, our family communication platform, you can access Toddler room updates, so you always feel connected to their day.
- To BE Me ‘My Learning and Development Book’: A personalised record that clearly shows your child’s progress through each age and stage along our unique development pathways.
Specialist Resources and Learning Spaces
Our toddler spaces are designed to inspire; to support growing curiosity and confidence, while still feeling safe and familiar.
- Thoughtfully designed spaces: Warm, engaging environments that support toddlers to feel secure as they explore, move and learn throughout the day.
- Premium finishes: Calming colours and high-quality furnishings create spaces that feel inviting and support their wellbeing and comfort.
- High-quality resources: Age-appropriate materials encourage movement, problem-solving, creativity and hands-on exploration in our learning areas.
- Permanent learning areas: Dedicated areas for active play, quiet moments and routines help toddlers build independence and confidence as they grow.
Learning Programs
Our toddler children enjoy learning experiences designed to spark curiosity, build new skills and support child development and a strong start to school. These leading programs are part of their everyday learning, led by our dedicated Toddler teams.
- Joy of Reading:
Toddlers are introduced to books through songs, rhymes, stories and shared reading moments that support early language development and a growing love of stories. - Sustainability:
Through hands-on experiences like gardening, recycling and caring for their learning spaces, toddlers begin to understand how to look after their environment and make positive choices. - Cooking & Nutrition:
Sensory-rich food experiences help toddlers explore tastes, textures and smells, while learning about healthy foods and developing early self-help skills. - Sports Programs:
Active play and movement experiences support toddlers to build strength, coordination and confidence, while learning to move their bodies in fun and engaging ways. - Out & About Excursions:
Short local walks and community outings give toddlers opportunities to explore their surroundings, build familiarity with their world and develop confidence outside the centre.
Nutrition for Life
The early years are so improtant and Our Nutrition for Life program supports toddlers to build healthy eating habits and independence at mealtimes. Fresh meals are prepared daily by our Chefs and Cooks – using seasonal ingredients and aligned with Australian dietary guidelines.
- Meals to fuel growing bodies: Fresh, nourishing meals and snacks are prepared each day to support toddlers’ growth, energy and developing tastes.
- Supporting independence: Toddlers are encouraged to self-serve, use utensils and make simple choices, building confidence and positive mealtime routines with other children.
- Caring for each child’s needs: We carefully manage dietary requirements and allergies, with individual plans in place to support every toddler’s health and safety.
- Building confident eaters: Educators sit with children at mealtimes, modelling healthy habits and supporting toddlers to try new foods at their own pace.
- Exposure to diverse flavours: Our menus introduce a wide range of flavours and textures, helping toddlers develop curiosity and enjoyment of new foods.
Learn more about why we’re the leading childcare provider for toddlers in the community. Find your closest centre and book a tour.
Toddler Frequently Asked Questions
1. What makes Guardian one of the best childcare and daycare options for toddlers?
Guardian is recognised as a leading childcare and daycare provider for toddlers because of our experienced Educators, personalised To BE Me learning program and purpose-built toddler environments. We focus on safety, wellbeing and play-based learning to support toddlers as they grow in confidence, independence and curiosity.
2. How do you keep toddlers safe in your childcare centres?
Your toddler’s safety is our top priority. Our toddler rooms are designed with secure spaces, age-appropriate equipment and daily safety checks. Educators follow strict hygiene practices and supervision procedures, creating calm, well-organised environments where toddlers can explore safely.
3. What is the difference between toddler care and preschool or kindergarten?
Toddler care is designed specifically for children aged two to three, focusing on emotional security, emerging independence and early social skills. While preschool and kindergarten prepare children for school, our toddler program supports key early milestones such as communication, self-help skills and cooperative play within a nurturing early learning centre setting.
4. How does your early learning program support toddlers’ development?
Through our To BE Me learning program, we tailor learning experiences to each toddler’s interests, routines and developmental stage. This personalised approach supports language development, social skills, emotional wellbeing and early learning foundations in ways that feel meaningful and engaging for young children.
5. Why should I choose Guardian Childcare for my toddler’s early learning journey?
Families choose Guardian for their toddler’s early learning because we offer trusted Educators, consistent routines and strong partnerships with families. With thoughtfully designed learning spaces, nutritious meals and a focus on personalised care, we support toddlers to thrive as they take their next important steps in early learning education.
What Learning Looks Like at Different Ages
