Guardian Childcare & Education Haberfield

Guardian Childcare & Education Haberfield is in Sydney’s Inner West, conveniently located on Parramatta Road and within short driving distance to families living in Ashfield, Leichhardt, Five Dock and Lilyfield. The Centre has a range of exciting, resource-rich environments – including a community library and rooftop yard, as well as a strong focus on sustainability.

At Guardian Haberfield children are encouraged to explore and learn in the incredible spacious environment, which boasts a natural mud kitchen, a water pump, bike paths, vegetable gardens, and a range of age-specific workshops and studios.

Read more about the Guardian Haberfield commitment to sustainability in our blog about worms and composting.

The Centre has a proud and culturally diverse team who celebrate a variety of cultures and holidays. Children often get out and about on excursions, fostering great connections and partnership with the local Inner West community. Favourite destinations include Rafael’s Bakery, our local library and visits to Haberfield public school for our Preschool children, who also benefit from our leading Preschool Programs.

On-site cook, Dian, prepares five nutritionally balanced meals using seasonal ingredients every day. With a Certificate III in Childcare, Dian also loves working with the children throughout the day and hosting exciting hands-on cooking experiences.

Begin the adventure at Guardian Haberfield today by booking a tour to explore the Centre, chat with our team of Educators and learn more about our high-quality curriculum.

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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. 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 children can have a nourishing meal before starting their day.

  • 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 also invited to join the children for excursions throughout the day 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.

  • 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.

Helpful Information

Opening Hours

Open 6:30am to 6:00pm
Monday to Friday

Fee Information

Age Group Daily Fee
0-24 Months $132.50*
24-36 Months $125.50*
Over 36 Months $120.50*

*Price before the government rebate. To calculate what Child Care Subsidy you might get back, click here.

Good to Know - What to Bring

What we Provide

  • Sunscreen
  • Five nutritionally balanced meals including: Breakfast, Lunch, Morning and Afternoon tea and a late Snack at the end of the day
  • Nappies
  • Bibs
  • Formula - S26

What to Bring

  • Hats
  • Bedding
  • Soft toy or comfort blanket for nap time
  • Spare change of clothing
  • Water bottle

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 Haberfield

Haberfield is a suburb in the Inner West of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Haberfield is located 6.5 km west of the Sydney central business district in the local government area of the Inner West Council. Guardian Childcare Haberfield services a number of local areas, including: Ashfield, West Ashfield, Five Dock, Leichhardt, Croydon, Rodd Point and Annandale. 

Our Haberfield centre offers a range of experiences through our childcare program that we believe are important for any child’s development in their early years. Our curriculum is modeled on the National Early Learning Years Framework which recognises the incredible value of investing in the first five years of a child’s life and the vital role that educators play in developing the whole child. 

At Guardian Haberfield we prioritise working with families, not just children – because we understand that a true family childcare service should focus on childhood education as well as connecting your young ones to the community and preparing them for school. 

With extended standard hours and a goal to create the best educational programs for children in the country, we’re here for you during those crucial Preschool years. 

We offer a curriculum broader than just literacy and numeracy, including language, art, music, social skills, sport, sustainability and much more. With a strong focus on family involvement, engagement and communication, Guardian Haberfield also offers a solid team of experienced educators who are passionate about their roles, and this is reflected in the genuine interest they take in each and every child and family. We love building connections with the families at our Centre, and endeavour to learn as much as we can about them. 

We value the role of families as a child’s first teacher and we’re committed to developing trusting relationships by listening and responding to families about all aspects of their child’s learning and development. So, our approach is focused on the latest research and insights into how children learn best, and the specific skills they will need to thrive in the 21st Century. 

We have an on-site cook who prepares all meals fresh each day, using seasonal and healthy ingredients. We also grow a range of fresh ingredients at most of our Centres, that the children love getting involved with – often harvesting those vegetables and herbs to use in the Centre kitchen as part of their learning about nutrition and wellness. It’s a real playground to plate experience! 

We aim to cater for children’s individual routines by practicing consistency between families’ homes and centres and by talking to parents about changes as children grow. 

We ensure that all children have the opportunity to achieve and experience a variety of developmentally appropriate activities in aesthetically pleasing environments designed for growing bodies and creative minds. 

We also offer a number of additional benefits for busy families, such as: 

  • Designated drop off and pick up zones to assist with those busy mornings and afternoons. 
  • Casual care days where possible. 
  • 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. 
  • We hold parent and educator sessions to keep you informed of your child’s individual progress. 

Come and experience the difference at Guardian Haberfield by booking a tour today! 

Areas that this Centre services 

Guardian Childcare Haberfield services a number of local areas, including: Ashfield, West Ashfield, Five Dock, Leichhardt, Croydon, Rodd Point and Annandale. 

Reviews (15)

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    Farzana Tanzi

    - 8 months ago

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    Jessica Sukkar

    - 10 months ago

    The team at Guardian Haberfield are outstanding. They put every care and effort into setting up activities to encourage development and learning. They run initiatives in the center that go ... Read More

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    Guardian Haberfield

    - 11 months ago

    My two daughters have been attending Guardian Haberfield for the past year. The educators are warm, responsive and always eager to cater for individual family needs. They have a great ... Read More

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    Megan Finch-Edmondson

    - 1 year ago

    We’ve been attending the Centre for more than 2 years now and we are very happy with the quality of care and education provided. They have some really excellent staff ... Read More

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    Angela Page

    - 1 year ago

    We have been sending our little girl to Guardian Haberfield (now 12.5 months) since she was 7 months old. This centre has been an incredible answer to our prayers. We ... Read More

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    Sophie

    - 1 year ago

    Wonderful team of Educators and Teachers. They helped my son settle in so well and communicated to me all the time how he was doing. You can tell they really ... Read More

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    Krzysztof Berner

    - 1 year ago

    The centre has improved a lot over last year. The team looks after the kids well and ensures the kids develop through play & fun. They have also managed ... Read More

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    Caroline

    - 3 years ago

    A wonderful centre with exceptionally caring and professional staff, beautiful environments, great communication and well planned curriculum. Centre has a great little community feel - my little boy loves it!

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    Chi Xu

    - 3 years ago

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    Sophie Cann

    - 3 years ago

    The educators show a great deal of care for our children, and they absolutely love their time at the centre. Thanks so much for your hard work every single day ... Read More

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    Olly Dutton

    - 3 years ago

    This is a great centre with amazing staff. My little boy is so happy here, which is testament to the educators who always go above and beyond.

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    Leyla Aouad

    - 3 years ago

    Lots of love shown by staff who really take the time to get to know your child. Good communication, great learning environment and generally a lovely community.

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    Marz Hij

    - 3 years ago

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    John Tsakmakis

    - 4 years ago

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    Amy Chadwick

    - 4 years ago

    Really happy with this day care and great value for money!

Begin the Adventure at Guardian

To explore the centre, chat with our team of Educators and learn more about our high-quality curriculum, book a tour now.

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