Find a Guardian Centre in NSW
Finding the best childcare matters. We’re here to support your family with engaging learning, caring educators and centres conveniently located across Sydney and regional NSW. Explore the map below to find a Guardian centre near you.
Find Your Centre
Enter your postal code or suburb below to find a Guardian Centre in your area.
Child Care Subsidy and Fees in NSW
Many families across NSW are eligible for the Australian Government’s Child Care Subsidy (CCS), which reduces out-of-pocket childcare costs.
Explore our Family Guide to CCS, estimate your costs using our CCS Calculator, or read our guide on how to make the most of childcare rebates.
Families with preschool-aged children may also receive Start Strong government funding to help lower fees in the two years before school.
Guardian’s Approach to Early Learning in NSW
At every NSW Guardian centre, our educators design learning experiences around your child’s individual interests and stage of development. Our To BE Me program is a unique approach to early learning that grows with your child from the nursery room through to their preschool years.
Our Nutrition for Life program supports children to build healthy habits for life. Fresh, balanced meals and snacks are prepared onsite daily by our professional Chefs and Cooks. Children are encouraged to explore new flavours and enjoy positive mealtime experiences that fuel growing bodies and minds.
Both programs align with the goals of NSW Health’s Munch & Move, an initiative that promotes healthy eating and active play in early childhood settings.
Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten
Children aged 3–5 take part in our Flying Start to School preschool program, designed specifically to lay the foundations for a confident start to school.
Flying Start to School aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), supporting the literacy, numeracy and communication skills that your child needs to flourish in school and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do Start Strong and the Child Care Subsidy work together? 
The federal Child Care Subsidy (CCS) reduces out-of-pocket childcare costs for most families based on income, recognised participation and hours of care. Start Strong is a separate NSW Government program that provides additional fee relief for eligible children aged 3 and 4, on top of any CCS you already receive. Guardian centres across NSW participate in Start Strong, so eligible families often benefit from both programs. Contact our team to find out what your family may be entitled to.
At what age does a child start Kindergarten in NSW?
Children in NSW can start Kindergarten at the beginning of the school year if they turn 5 on or before 31 July that year. All children must be in compulsory schooling by their 6th birthday. Guardian’s Flying Start to School preschool program is designed to make this transition smooth, giving children the literacy, numeracy and social skills they need to thrive as they begin their school journey. Our educators also prepare transition documentation to share with the school your child will be moving to.
What is the NSW Early Years Learning Framework?
The Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) is the curriculum used in all early childhood education and care services across Australia, including NSW preschools. It outlines the principles, practices and outcomes that support children’s learning from birth to five, including their transition into school. Guardian’s To BE Me and Flying Start to School programs are based on the EYLF to ensure every child’s development aligns with this framework.
Does Guardian operate in regional NSW?
Guardian operates childcare centres in regional NSW, supporting families in Albury, Thurgoona, Howlong, Cooranbong and surrounding communities. Guardian also has centres in Northern NSW, including Murwillumbah. With centres scattered across regional NSW, check your postcode in the map above to find out if we’re located close to you. Every Guardian centre offers the same standard of care, the same programs and the same commitment to high-quality early learning.
How do I find the right NSW Guardian centre for my family?
The map at the top of this page shows all Guardian centres in NSW. You can search by suburb or postcode to find your nearest options, then visit each centre page for more details. Booking a tour on the centre page is the best way to get a feel for a centre, meet the team and ask any questions specific to your family’s needs.