Forde

Guardian Childcare and Education Forde offers the warmth and comfort of a family home, in Canberra’s northern suburbs. Our purpose-built outdoor space is accessible from every classroom and has plenty of room in which to run, ride and explore.   

Our spacious Canberra, ACT, day care and child care centre provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged six weeks to six years of age, supporting them to discover the world in a safe and secure way. The centre is filled with bright, stimulating materials that encourage children to explore and engage their curiosity to discover more about the exciting world around them.  

Children are supported through those important early years to explore and develop their social and emotional skills through their early learning journey by a dedicated team of university-qualified Teachers and Educators. They create learning experiences in a nurturing environment that fosters creativity and imagination in a safe environment for young age groups.      

Guardian Forde offers flexible childcare in Gungahlin, with services open from 7:00am to 6:00pm on weekdays, allowing convenient drop-off and pick-up times. We encourage you to spend some time exploring our learning environment during these moments. As a leading choice for Throsby childcare, we strive to provide quality day care in Canberra and a nurturing preschool experience for your child.  

Our Educators and Teachers can show you the various play materials and education spaces to help you discover our approach to early education as well as support you continue the learning with activities at home. We encourage involving the whole family in their child’s care and education to ensure they are happy as they learn and grow.  

Our family communication app, Storypark, provides you with photos and updates on your child throughout the day, offering you the opportunity to stay informed about your child’s early learning and development. We also set up different learning outcomes for the children through Storypark, which supports them in achieving developmental milestones and understanding new ideas.  

For children aged three and four, we have a preschool program led by university-qualified Teachers that can support your child in their preparation for the step up into primary school. Our preschool curriculum is based on leading child development research and demonstrates our commitment to providing the best possible start to life for your child through quality child care services.  

Our early childhood education program is led by specialist Educational Leaders who guide teaching and learning in a flexible and research-supported way. The leading curriculum supports discovery and gives children the best start to life, as well as being aligned with the National Quality Standard.  

Through our preschool program, children have the opportunity to learn some of the skills that are often only introduced in early primary school. We begin learning and exploring shapes, numbers and letters through fun, play-based activities.  

We develop each child’s literacy and numeracy skills to help them feel confident and prepared during the challenging leap into primary school. The leading program supports the needs and routines of each of our families, and we ensure each child’s cultural and family background is supported and encouraged.     

We’re committed to children’s nutrition, and our on-site cook prepares each meal fresh and packed with all the nutrients that children need at their age. We encourage children to engage in food preparation and to ask questions about where their food comes from, why it’s good for them, and how they can eat it. We also encourage exploration of the cultural heritage behind different foods, helping promote diversity and inclusion from an early age.   

As part of our unique Visible Learning Program, you will get an understanding of their child’s learning. Our Learning Exchange Display will provide the opportunity for our Teachers and Educators to share updates on your child’s progress. It will also be a chance for you to have direct input into your child’s learning!      

For people searching for quality childcare services near Amaroo, Bonner, or daycare options near Harrison, Guardian Forde is a top choice that combines convenience with exceptional care and facilities in the ACT. Situated in the heart of Canberra’s northern suburbs, our centre provides a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, play, and learn under the guidance of experienced and qualified Educators. With extended hours that cater to busy family schedules, Guardian Forde ensures peace of mind and a seamless blend of fun, discovery, and education, making it a trusted partner in your child’s early learning journey. 

Why not come and meet the team and have a look around? We’d love to show you why Guardian Childcare and Education Forde is the perfect learning environment for your child. At Guardian, we believe that together, we can give young children the best start to life.   

We look forward to welcoming you soon! 

Our Forde childcare centre offers:

• Quality learning programs such as Joy of Reading, Cooking and Sustainability
• The children love the exciting outdoor areas! Including a vegetable garden, bike track, a worm farm, water play area, stay and play pods and an Indigenous mural
• On-site Chef providing fresh snacks and meals daily
• Highly experienced Educators and degree-qualified Teachers
• Nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, high-quality formula and bed linen provided
• Extended hours of care each weekday from 7am to 6pm