Francesca Lancioni
Acting Centre Manager
"I fell in love with Australia and discovered my passion for childcare. The thing I love the most about working at Guardian, is the endless support and possibility for career progression.”
Guardian Childcare & Education Bruce is one of six Guardian Childcare Centres in the ACT, boasting a range of exciting, resource-rich environments including a family library, a sustainability garden and natural play structures where children are encouraged to explore and learn.
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With endless possibilities, there’s never a dull moment at Guardian and no two days are the same. Here’s what a day at Guardian might look like. Please note, this will vary depending on centre opening hours.
From 7:30am
Handover time with children, families and our friendly Educators. There’s a chance to share what’s important for the day and any news from home.
From 7:30am
Breakfast time where families are welcome to stay and enjoy breakfast with the children.
Morning
An opportunity to play and discover with open-plan play in family groups and multi-age groupings.
Morning
Planned experiences. This is where the Guardian difference comes to life. Alongside our Educators your child’s exploration leads to learnings in numeracy, literacy, language, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, social skills, technology, creative arts and much more.
Morning tea
An opportunity for children to come together for a healthy snack, often they help prepare their food alongside our carers and cook.
Mid-morning
Individually tailored to your child’s needs and curiosity the planned experiences continue, this includes both indoor and outdoor programs.
Lunch
Another nutritious meal expertly prepared by our cook. Families are invited to join the children for meals and excursions if they wish.
Afternoon
If your child wants to, or needs to sleep, it’s time to rest and recharge. For children who don’t need to rest the planned experiences continue, in most cases outdoors.
Afternoon tea
Another chance for the children to come together and re-fuel in small groups or with siblings. There is also an opportunity to rest or play together and reflect on the day.
Pick-up
As you arrive to pick up your child, there’s a chance to speak with our Educators and share news about the day. Our Storypark App also allows you to stay in touch 24/7 wherever you are.
End of day
Your child is encouraged to grab a light snack before they leave the centre. We’re mindful of how routines vary, throughout the day if we notice your child looking tired food will be provided.
Open 7:30am to 6:00pm
Monday to Friday
Our team of Educators are committed and passionate about ensuring your child will be safe, nurtured and cared for every day. At Guardian, children are encouraged to engage in interest-led play that creates learning and meaningful experiences.
Our Educators seek to optimise diverse learning opportunities and implement the Curriculum as framed by the Early Years Learning Framework.
All Guardian Centres provide a Centre-to-Family communication platform so families can maintain contact with their children’s experiences through photos, stories and learning outcomes.
Our Centres use Storypark and each family is provided with a secure login to access on their computers, mobiles or apps.
Featuring custom-designed spaces for nursery, toddler and pre-school children, as well as an art studio, our Bruce centre also includes extensive nature-inspired outdoor play and discovery spaces that children will love.
The incredibly high-quality of Reggio-inspired play and learning facilities is matched by our experienced team of Educators who are excited to be part of this exceptional Centre.
Ayodele Bamidele
Emma Walsh
We are very happy with Guardian Bruce for Amelia. All of the early learning teachers and admin staff have been so approachable, welcoming and supportive. Storypark is also really great ... Read More
Andrea Rose
Love having our kids at Guardian Bruce. We were worried it would be an impersonal experience given that it is a chain, but boy were we wrong. Siobhan and her ... Read More
Sarah Veitch
Piece of mind is all a parent can ask for when they send their child to childcare and Guardian Bruce brings that in spades! As a early years teacher myself, ... Read More
Michael Richards
Our daughter's love the team and environment at Guardian Bruce! Our eldest has been going since 6 months and will continue through and starts preschool next year. They've been great ... Read More
Kayla Thompson
A great childcare with amazing educators who really care and respect for children. My son adapt well in the environment and loves attending this childcare. I really enjoy the connection the educators ... Read More
Bethany Lees
My son has attended this centre for the last 2.5 years and the experience has been amazing. The educators are well equipped and responsive to needs. My son is going ... Read More
Jaimee Haywood
My little one absolutely loves Guardian. The staff are wonderful and super friendly, they have made it so easy for both myself and my little one to navigate the big ... Read More
Miranda Menaspà
Staff at Guardian Bruce are wonderful. Our children were attending two childcare centres when we moved to Canberra, but after 3 months requested that they only go to Guardian. We ... Read More
Paolo Menaspà
Muskaan M
Favour Nwandu
Tayla
The educators are caring and responsive to the children, the program and documentation reflects my child and his development. Siobhan (Centre Manager) and Hayley (Assistant CM) are so welcoming and ... Read More
Reine W
Well managed, clean centre with great food and a lovely team of caring staff.
Tea-ann Hogden
Working here at Guardian has been an absolute dream! All the staff are very welcoming, and positive, we strive to provide the best care possible for all of our children ... Read More
Sebastian Kazek
the best stuff and facilities . The best childcare in canberra in my opinion.
Borui Liu
Mishal Zareen
My daughter at 2yrs old started going to Guardian Bruce, When we started in the centre i was afraid my daughter will not adjust as it was first time for ... Read More
Kieren Phillips
Whether you live in or outside Belconnen, 'Guardian Childcare & Education' in Bruce is the best daycare centre for your children. There are many reasons why 'Gaurdian' is head and shoulders above ... Read More
Ruby Tran
My son has started in Guardian Bruce since he was just 2,5 mons old. I used to worry to much about his wellbeing in daycare. But after nearly a year ... Read More
Chrissy Piper
Keith Todd
We visited for granddaughters graduation, and had been collecting her from centre on a rgular basis. Amazing committed staff and director. Fresh change. Check things out for yourself at this amazing ... Read More
johanna rose
Krystal Elliott
BEST CHILDCARE CENTRE IN CANBERRA! Amazing educators who truly care about the children. I feel relaxed leaving my two year old with the educators all day. My child absolutely adores all ... Read More
Vanessa Fernandez
I highly recommend this childcare. The staff are friendly, they communicate regularly with parents and make a huge effort at putting the children first. The centre is clean, open plan ... Read More
Alisha Foster
I've had two children attend Guardian ELC Bruce (one current 2019) and I couldn't be happier. Belle and her staff are truly fantastic. Great indoor facilities and a large outdoor ... Read More
Kylie U
Extremely happy with the Guardian Bruce Centre. Staff are kind and friendly and the centre is very involved in the community. My son is happy there. Highly recommended.
Ana Stuparu
Our son has been going since he was 7 months old and he is now over 2. He loves it, has lots of fun and does the cutest craft. Our ... Read More
A Waters
My daughter has been very happy here for the last 2years. The centre has lovely indoor and outdoor areas. The educators have created a calm and nurturing environment. The management ... Read More
Alicia Thomson
Galina Shadrivova
Educators are loving and caring. Management is great - very approachable, always look for new ideas. Centre promotes healthy eating and sustainability. Management organises many events outside work hours e.g. ... Read More
Julia Kolevski
One of the best centres around. The educators are passionate and welcoming. There are a lot of initiatives hosted by the Bruce Guardian. My son loves attending and its definitely ... Read More
Colleen Brezovski
Paris Dounoukos
If I could give 6 stars, I would! This would have to be the best childcare centre in Canberra. A beautiful nurturing environment and very professionally run.
Bianca Jurd
Every part of our experience at Guardian Bruce has been excellent. It’s always hard to leave your child in the care of others but the wonderful educators here have made ... Read More
Bec Rizzo
Our little one has always been happy and settled here. They have lots of great community initiatives, giving to and helping local causes. The educators are friendly and caring.
Lydia kong
Excellent environment, awesome staffs and best cares
Elle Dawson
Best early learning centre out there. It’s definitely the staff that make it number 1.
Chloe Tegally
Spacious, clean, nurturing and supportive.
Grant Collett
Great facilities, excellent staff
Christine Maeseele
I enrolled my 2 sons here. They both connected to educators but it seems everyone leaves here. Every time they connected to someone they left. So what’s that saying about ... Read More
Katherine Hellener
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