Sarah
Centre Manager
"Supporting children through the start of their learning journey is one of the most rewarding positions to be in."
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.
Guardian Childcare & Education Blackwall is located on the beautiful Central Coast, 80km north of Sydney and boasts a range of exciting, resource-rich environments, including a sprawling outdoor space.
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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 7:00am
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 7:00am
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 chef.
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 chef. 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. 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.
Open 7:00am 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.
This newly renovated centre has wonderful home-like indoor and natural outdoor spaces that provide plenty of opportunity for exploration, play and learning.
We have five indoor Reggio-inspired learning and play environments and our secure outdoor spaces include fruit trees, bush tucker garden, climbing fort, yarning circles and a range of different spaces for active and quiet play. The children have learned to care for and respect the environment through tending to our plants, worm farm and using our compost bins. They can also pick healthy ingredients from our vegetable gardens to include in meals.
Our early childhood educators have a great love and passion for children and our development-appropriate learning programs are tailored for our Nursery, Toddler, Kinder and Preschool children. Our Educators’ stability is a high priority allowing you and your child to develop strong and trusting relationships with our Educators.
Amber Leuluai
Our son has been attending the Blackwall centre for the past 2.5 years. The teachers there are fabulous and always go above and beyond. They have such an important job ... Read More
Lee Gradidge
My son has been attending Guardian Blackwall for the last 4 years and I cannot recommend this centre more highly! Sarah the director is very approachable and has always met our ... Read More
Carla Ware
The staff at the ELC have been amazing. They have supported my children and my family through one of the most difficult times in our lives. They are always accommodating ... Read More
Chloe Kerr
This daycare is absolutely fantastic. My children have been going for the last 5 years and we struggle to get them to leave each day. Every day my children come home and ... Read More
Janet Matthews
My grandchildren have attended this centre for the last 5 years and have loved every minute of it. Great communication and fantastic educators. I would definitely recommend this centre!
Joshua Kerr
What a fantastic place this is, my kids both love going there every day and most of the time don't want to leave! All of the educators make learning fun, ... Read More
Sarah Innes
My son has attended Wallaby Street for the past 5 years. We have found the educators and staff to be wonderful- I feel confident and comfortable leaving my child in ... Read More
Mara Pezzolla
My son loves it, no tears whatsoever, we are happy
Kaitlyn Baker
I have had 2 children enrolled in this center since they were 4 months of age, one of which is about to head off to big school next year and ... Read More
Brooke Gardiner
100% the best childcare on the peninsula! Staff are lovely and caring towards my 2 children and still ask me how my school age daughter (who is now 9) is ... Read More
Dee
Great little preschool. My kids loved it😊
To explore the centre, chat with our team of Educators and learn more about our high-quality curriculum, book a tour now.
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.