Open 7:00am to 6:00pm
Monday to Friday
Our centre has been recognised as ‘Exceeding’ the National Quality Standard. This is the highest rating you can receive from a regulatory authority assessment and we are proud to deliver an exceptional service to the children and families who attend our centre.
HOURS
Mon to Fri 7:00am to 6:00pm
ADDRESS
3 Rosa Street Acacia Gardens, NSW, 2763
SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS
Check out our fantastic indoor and outdoor learning spaces your child will enjoy
Welcome to our Centre
Our Centre is nearly full, but don’t worry! Our Guardian Childcare Centre in Acacia Gardens East is now open and accepting enrolments. Enquire today!
- Quality learning programs such as Joy of Reading, Cooking and Sustainability
- Engaging indoor learning spaces full of quality educational resources
- Expansive outdoor play spaces with a sandpit, giant climbing net and veggie garden
- 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 7:00am to 6:30pm
Meet our Centre Manager Amanda
I believe the first years of children’s lives are the most crucial and this is the reason why I chose Early Childhood education and care as my profession, to be a part of their growth, learning and development and to inspire others to do the same.
Where children are supported to be brave, curious, and bold in their learning, for the best possible start to life.
Rhythm of the Day
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.
With endless possibilities, there’s never a dull moment and no two days are the same.
Handover time with children, families and our friendly Educators. There's a chance for conversation to share what's important for the day/what's happened the night before at home.
Breakfast time where families are welcome to stay and enjoy breakfast with the children.
As children are arriving and families are coming and going, there's an opportunity for play as well as family grouping, open-plan play and multi-age grouping.
There's an opportunity for children to come together and enjoy morning tea.
Following morning tea, the planned experiences continue. This includes both indoor and outdoor programs.
There's an opportunity for children to come together for lunch. With an open-door policy, families are able to join the centre for meals and excursion if they wish.
For children who want to, or need to, there's an opportunity to sleep, rest or relax. For children who don't need to rest, there are planned experiences, which are more likely to be outdoors.
Children come together for afternoon tea in small groups or with siblings (they can also rest and play together, too). This time also presents an opportunity to reflect on the day.
As families arrive to pick up children, there's an opportunity to speak to Educators and share information about the day.
Some centres offer early tea or light snack at the end of the day, which they can grab as they leave the centre. We’re mindful of how routines vary at home, so if throughout the day, we notice children look tired, food will be provided.
What's included in the Guardian Experience
From nutritious meals and engaging learning programs —it’s all covered in your daily rate. No hidden extras, just peace of mind for you and a great day for your child.
Hat, wetbag and sunscreen
5 meals per day
All incursions and excursions
Nappies and wipes
Storypark parenting app
Long day care hours year around
Helpful Information
Opening Hours
What to Bring
What we Provide
- Nappies and wipes
- Bed linen
- Guardian hat
- SPF 50+ sunscreen
- All nutritious meals and snacks
What to Bring
- Water bottle
- Spare change of clothing, labelled
- Soft toy or comfort blanket for nap time
- Baby's bottles for formula or breastmilk
Our Educators
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.
You and Your Child
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.
More about Guardian Acacia Gardens
Guardian Childcare & Education Acacia Gardens is located in the quiet streets of Acacia Gardens, providing care for children from six weeks until they head off to primary school. We believe that by providing a warm, nurturing, safe and secure environment which supports children’s learning, we will contribute to a strong foundation for life-long learning.
Our children are involved in programs that are fun, exciting and engaging which follows their interests and supports their developmental strengths and capabilities. We encourage and motivate children to develop positive attitudes to learning through open ended play based learning experiences, incorporating their environment and building friendships.
Our team of experienced Educators are passionate and motivated to create inviting learning spaces and work collaboratively with families to provide the best for their children. At Guardian Childcare & Education Acacia Gardens, we pride ourselves on offering only the best and encourage you to visit us to see for yourself the exceptional qualities we boast.
In addition to high quality care and education, we also provide:
- Preschool Program: We help prepare your child for Primary School with our leading curriculum delivered by Teachers with specialist early childhood university degrees.
- Partnership with Families: Your peace of mind is important to us, so we work with you and your child every step of the way.
- Community connections. Regular excursions to explore the local area, as well as a ‘home-away-from-home’ approach to care.
- Wellbeing and nutrition. Nutritionally balanced, seasonal meals and snacks prepared by a dedicated on-site chef, as well as regular cooking classes for the children.
- Real-world inspired environments. Our Centres inspire curiosity, foster creativity and support discovery with a variety of sensory-rich and sustainable spaces designed for early learning that encourage your child to think, question and do amazing things. All of the classrooms overlook the outdoor learning environment which is surrounded by trees, producing plenty of natural shade and it encourages curiosity and exploration.
Our close partnership with families allows us to offer a range of additional benefits to the learning and childcare experience for the children in our Acacia gardens childcare centre. We pride ourselves on the support we offer families and want to help make it a little easier to balance all those daily commitments, through initiatives such as:
- Designated drop off and pick up zones to assist with those busy mornings and afternoons.
- Casual care days where possible to help you manage the unpredictable nature of work life and home life.
- Assisting you with government subsidies and entitlements to help you make the most of the financial support which may be available.
- Our family communication app StoryPark to keep you informed throughout the day with photos, videos and updates about your child
- We hold parent and educator sessions to keep you informed of your child’s individual progress.
- Providing your child with unexpected benefits such as exposure to a range of cultures and languages via our diverse and multi-cultural educator mix.
If you’re thinking of enrolling at Guardian Acacia Gardens, we’d encourage you to book a tour today. During your tour you will have the opportunity to meet our Centre Manager, Educators and have a really good look around the Centre while the team answer any questions you may have.
Areas that this Centre services
Guardian Acacia Gardens services a number of local areas, including: Parklea, Stanhope Gardens, Glenwood, Kings Park, Quakers Hill and Marayong.
Centre Highlights
Our Acacia Gardens childcare centre offers:
- Quality learning programs such as Joy of Reading, Cooking and Sustainability
- Engaging indoor learning spaces full of quality educational resources
- Expansive outdoor play spaces with a sandpit, giant climbing net and veggie garden
- 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 7:00am to 6:30pm
Our Learning Programs
Learning should be fun! Learning through play encourages children to explore and understand their world at their own pace. It helps build their knowledge, develop confidence, and embrace curiosity.
Learning should be fun! Learning through play allows children to build their knowledge, develop confidence, and embrace curiosity.
Preschool Program
Our specialist two-year kindergarten/preschool program is led by degree qualified Teachers in a long day care setting. Children explore and understand their world in an environment of safety and security. It’s where they develop the foundational literacy and numeracy skills to thrive.
Out and about
Through excursions, children are supported to expand their world, to get to know their community, and have a sense of belonging. Their learning thrives when they feel safe, welcome, and that they belong.
STEM
Children discover the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through age-appropriate activities that are designed to foster curiosity and develop foundational skills like problem-solving and creativity.
Cooking
Cooking experiences teach numeracy by counting ingredients, and weighing and measuring quantities and volume, while managing these tasks supports independence and confidence.
Ella Language
Learning languages through Early Learning Languages Australia (ELLA) supports brain development and social skills and creates opportunities to celebrate cultural diversity.
Joy of Reading
Reading aloud to children each day inspires imagination and supports thinking. Books with rhythm, rhyme and word patterns make stories more playful and memorable.
Sustainability
From growing veggies and foraging in the garden for that day’s meal ingredients to learning about recycling, children learn about being part of a community, connecting to their environment and understanding their impact on the world.
Lyndell L.
09:49 04 Nov 24
Charlotte L.
01:40 09 Aug 24
This centre is such an important part of our village. The staff are warm, friendly and welcoming. I feel confident leaving my little one here knowing his days are filled with rich and interesting learning and play. The bonds my little one has built with the educators are very special. The food served is exceptional - they eat better than I do! The genuine care and excellent service provided means I can trust my little one is in great hands. Communication is always excellent which is so important when it comes to leaving your children in care. The outdoor play area has been recently upgraded and it's a wonderful space for the children. Highly recommend this centre to anyone looking for care for their child.
Tatjana S.
21:14 04 Apr 24
The Acacia Gardens team is honestly 1 of a kind. They are so supportive, helpful, caring, gentle and will take time out of their day to talk to you, answer any questions and give the best advice!
O53 T.
17:56 04 Apr 24
The staff are lovely and very supportive. The centre is clean and they provide a large variety of excellent activities and play experiences to grow and extend my son's learning and skills. Communication is excellent and we are invited to participate and can see what is happening via Storypark. My son always comes home happy.
Jenesia F.
10:50 02 Mar 24
My kids go here to preschool & nursery respectively.The teachers across rooms at this centre care for kids so nicely even when the kids don’t belong to their room. Every teacher knows the name of every child at the childcare which is so nice.Amanda, the centre manager is so switched on when it comes to ideas and so involved and collaborative when it comes to queries/ discussions from/ with parents. She replies to queries within the day.My elder daughter started liking childcare and being independent thanks to teachers like Romi, Mercedes, Angela, Jacki & Nabina. She is a shy child and a tad bit reservedAfter seeing my elder one’s progress I got my younger one enrolled in there as well this yearIt’s a very happy and community oriented childcare and we are happy to be a part of Guardian (Acacia Gardens).
Charly B.
03:12 26 Feb 24
Sofia H.
10:16 15 Jan 24
My son has been going there for just over a month now and I couldn’t be more happy with the centre and staff! The staff in the nursery room are super caring, kind and very knowledgeable! The supervisor of the centre Amanda has been so helpful and has made both my son and I feel welcome and at ease with the whole transition of attending the centre! I feel comfortable leaving my son there knowing he will be cared for. Thank you to all the lovely staff at Guardian Acacia Gardens!
Natalia B.
00:19 02 Jan 24
Amanda and team are amazing always
Vicki M.
02:31 19 Dec 23
The team are fantastic. I like the fact they know all the kids so well and they get to know the families too. I love that you guys do regular events where family members can see what they do, The communication between staff and families is fantastic. The centre is always clean and tidy and looks inviting for the kids. I like the fact that the kids get the opportunity to do messy play and I don't have to clean up afterwards.
ranjini R.
01:18 18 Dec 23
Nayoma T.
00:51 12 Dec 23
Celin T.
04:05 11 Dec 23
As a new mother, one is always apprehensive about sending your baby to any Daycare Centre. My son has not only loved this place, but has thrived into a confident boy. 4 years of his life has been spent in this place, the best way a child should. Now my daughter has followed suit.
Sofia H.
00:52 03 Oct 23
Such a great environment! The staff are friendly, caring, knowledgeable and professional! The centre is always clean and they provide such fun educational activities :)
Siraz M.
02:03 27 Jul 23
This is a wonderful facility where my three children have attended over several years.The facilities are great , clean and fun, the educators are fantastic and well versed in early childhood.All my children love attending the centre, the older two still want to continually visit see the great team.It will be a sad day when we no longer share our children’s milestones with the great caring, fun, enthusiastic, engaging and energetic staff. They provide a lovely safe environment for children of all ages and well deserving of excellency in accreditation.I may just need to have another child to continue such great relationships built over the years.
Nikkita M.
07:17 26 Apr 23
The team here have been nothing short of amazing. I was worried about my girl settling in, but they were totally responsive and on board.They are happy to adjust and try new things as needed, with baby's preferences constantly growing and changing.They are honest when you speak to them and will give you as much detail as you ask for.Pretty sure she now "runs" the place and has everyone wrapped around her little finger 😂.
Aditi D.
11:51 20 Apr 23
L S
10:42 17 Apr 23
There is no other childcare that can be compared to this one! The combination of amazing learning environments and experiences, highly dedicated educators, outstanding centre manager and small community feel make this center one that I will forever be grateful for finding.We have been a part of this center for almost 5 years now with 2 children and it just keeps getting better. The children are loved, happy, known, valued and cared for - what more could you ask for 🥰?!
Emma T.
18:08 28 Mar 23
My son always comes home happy. The centre manager and staff are always approachable and eager to support us with any needs. Their communication is excellent and their program is stimulating and exciting for the kids. They support our parent goals in regards to our child’s learning. We couldn’t be more happy.
Frank M.
02:10 20 Dec 22
Jessica B.
01:25 05 Dec 22
Carly M.
01:19 11 Nov 22
Great friendly feel, warm and welcoming positive environment, excellent resources and great educators.
Jessica M.
02:12 10 Nov 22
Ari A.
03:43 07 Nov 22
The whole team go above and beyond in every aspect.
Kristy L.
01:51 31 Oct 22
Mercedes
12:02 17 May 22
Very friendly knowledgeable educatorsBeautiful centre with very welcoming environmentsMy daughter loves it thereVery happy with our choice of centre 😊
Rosemary E.
03:10 09 Nov 21
The team at Guardian Acacia Gardens are incredible. Always friendly and welcoming, they are caring and engaging with my kids. The Centre is always clean and calm when you walk in. The food is fresh and prepared daily with a menu that makes my mouth water! Communication is spot on, with the Director having found the perfect balance between hounding parents and informing us. My kids come home happy, content and with skills that still stun me (in a great way!) - they are really thriving at Guardian Acacia Gardens.
Rachel F.
02:38 02 Nov 21
Jessica R.
23:54 04 Oct 21
Amazing centre! Our daughter has only been going here for a short time but we have loved our time at Guardian! All of the staff are so friendly, warm, caring and professional. Great communication to the parents and detailed updates of her days there. We are sad that we are moving away and leaving Guardian.
Amy V.
11:43 12 Jul 21
I have had two children attend this day care from nursery through to preschool. Every staff member has always made us feel at home and part of a family. There is a strong community bond within the centre. Everyone is friendly and accommodating to our families needs. My children have loved day care. The centre is always clean and entertaining. My children have had great care, education and meals while developing at this daycare. I highly recommend this long day care centre.
Anna R.
04:51 08 Jul 21
My son has been here for over 2 years & we couldn't be any happier. I also have my 3yr old who has also started & settled in so well. They have fabulous educators & the learning curriculum sets them up for their early years of school.
Bec M.
06:34 30 Jun 21
I have nothing but positive feedback for Guardian Childcare centre. From the moment I walked into this centre I knew it was going to be better than the rest and to date I believe this to be true.Leaving your children with someone you don't know is a really hard decision however, I have grown to know and trust all the educators at Guardian and each and everyone is beyond amazing. They take the time to learn about the likes and dislikes of your child and they care about them like they are their own.I believe the learning curriculum is superior than other centres. My children are always doing fun and interesting actives and they enjoy the time they spend at day-care.Then their is Ms Charmaine that is an amazing cook.
Benjamin T.
05:08 05 Feb 21
My kids have been going here for the past 4 years and we've just finished in 2020.I just want to say that Playdays (the name I'll always love) is the most caring, fun & welcoming day care you'll ever visit or attend.Every staff member has looked after our kids with such love and care we'd never expected out of total strangers (not strangers anymore).Management (Amanda) is outstanding and you can tell they look after not only the kids but staff members. Sharman (the cook), its fantastic and she's always playing with the kids well loved.All staff members thank you for all the love and attention you've given our kids over the years. Mercedes, Emily, Amanda, Kelly, Elizabeth, Antoinette, Gemma, Lesley, Sunai, Katrina, and hopefully we didn't miss out any names =)
Amanda E.
20:25 08 Dec 20
My daughter has attended for the last 4 years (since 8mths old) and my son attended the year previous so we have been part of their family for 5 years.So many things to say about the wonderful educators at Guardian. The education and learning opportunities that the kids are presented with daily is outstanding as well as providing a beautifully clean and tidy environment for them. There is genuine care and love for our kids and all educators make an effort to get to know each of the children at the centre and support them. There is fantastic communication from Amanda and her staff about upcoming events and news to share. They really drive to engage parents into activities they are doing at daycare.We truly appreciate everything Amanda and her team do fostering the minds of our future generation and providing quality care. Makes it easy to feel confident in trusting the care of our child to them.
Laura
00:15 20 Oct 20
Guardian Acacia Gardens is an absolutely amazing centre and I am so thankful every day that my children were lucky enough to get a spot there. I have a little girl in the nursery room and a boy in the pre school room. I can’t speak highly enough of how loving, caring and friendly all the educators are. They know my children as well as I do and each time I drop them off I know they’re going to have an amazing day.The facilities and programs are outstanding and my children also love all the food they are provided with each day. It is so professionally run and the communication with families is brilliant 💗.
Gemma H.
12:47 29 Aug 20
Since my daughter first started in care at 6 months old in 2014 I have had nothing but wonderful interactions with her educators and she still misses them and asks to go and see them often even though she is in year 1 at school now. My son also began attending at 6 months old and he loved all his educators right away and is now enjoying learning all his skills needed for school in the preschool room. Such a great centre and wonderful dedicated staff who many have been at the centre since my eldest started in the nursery room.
Samitha F.
10:48 26 Aug 20
All the teachers are professional and helpful. My daughter loves to go to the daycare!
Maria T.
05:50 24 Aug 20
I only heard good things about Guardian Childcare (previously playdays) and was excited and nervous at the same time to enrol my daughter there.My worries and anxiety about daycare for my then 1yo was quickly put to bed, when I met the new centre manager and nursery educators. They genuinely care for the kids and you can see the kids are happy.I don't see any of the kids not wanting to be dropped off.I would highly recommend Guardian Acacia Gardens if you are looking for a safe and nurturing childcare. It is amazing and is exceeding the national standards in all areas.
Sinnwa H.
02:37 21 May 20
A fantastic Early learning Centre that both our children have attended over the last 4 years from nursery through to preschool rooms. We were initially drawn to the welcoming home like environment, lovely natured and supportive staff. The program has exceeded our expectations. They provide much more to us than simply a place to mind our children while we work. Our children have grown and thrived under their education and care. They have formed trusting bonds with their educators and valued relationships with their peers. Excellent communication, clean environment, interesting activities and nutritious as well as culturally diverse food on offer. We couldn't have asked for more. Thank you to all the staff at Guardian childcare & Education Acacia Gardens
Toni-Marie D.
09:48 02 Apr 20
A great centre that really takes the time to get to know every parent and every child. Highly recommend.
Kirsten D.
00:31 26 Mar 20
Guardian Acacia Gardens is a wonderful centre with caring, dedicated staff. Our daughter has attended there over the past 3.5 years and each room from Nursery to Preschool has been a positive and nurturing experience. I couldn't recommend this centre and the wonderful team of educators more!! The rooms are beautiful, fun and clean, and they have a great outdoor play area. We will miss them all very much!
Sangeeta H.
04:55 19 Feb 20
My daughter has been at Guardian Acacia garden for couple of months now,we are so happy and thankful for the management to gave us the opportunity to be the part of this wonderful service. she has already managed to expand on her vocabulary dramatically. The positive influence all staff have on my daughter is just amazing and very impressive as I can now see changes in her attitude regarding sharing with others and simple things like listening and following instructions. Every educator has a very special bond and relationship with my daughter and I would like to thank all staff for nurturing and looking after her as though she was their own. I would like to especially thank all teacher's for making my daughter so comfortable.I recommend this place to all the parents if you are looking for a safe, fun and educational environment for your little ones, then Guardian Acacia garden is exactly the place for that.
lisa C.
04:17 17 Feb 20
This is a brilliant child care service. A supportive and nurturing environment where your children develop both themselves and friendships with their peers. Additional needs for children are met without any hesitation. The educators are remarkably good in their positions, and form lovely bonds with the children. I wouldn't place my children in any other centre.
Emma S.
00:42 11 Feb 19
Over the past 4 years I have been a parent of this centre as I have sent all 3 of my daughters to Play Days Acacia Gardens. Over this time I have had the pleasure of getting to know all of the staff in each room and have received nothing but impeccable care for my children as well as fantastic communication skills displayed to both my husband. The staff at Play days have always been so welcoming, warm and gentle that drop off's have never been issue and my daughters really love going to day care and enjoy their daily activities which have been planned for them. Can't thank all the staff enough for all they have done for our family over the years
Phoebe T.
03:50 22 May 17
Naomi P.
08:23 28 Mar 17