Guardian Childcare & Education

Lilyfield Early Learning Centre

Proudly owned by Guardian

  • Leading learning programs where children aged six weeks to six years grown and discover through play
  • Highly experienced Educators and degree-qualified Teachers support children to thrive
  • Safe, secure environments that support each child's social and emotional development.
  • Beautifully designed learning spaces full of high-quality educational resources to spark curiosity and wonder
  • High quality two-year preschool program, that prepares children for school with the benefits of long daycare. Plus get up to $500 in fee support for 3yr olds and $2,110 for 4yr olds and older on top of the Childcare Subsidy to help with the cost of preschool.

Book a tour today to see the Centre for yourself & have all your questions answered.

Lilyfield Early Learning Centre NQS Rated Exceeding by ACECQA

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.

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HOURS

Mon to Fri 7:30am to 6:00pm

ADDRESS

2-6 Justin St, Lilyfield, NSW, 2040

SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS

Welcome to our Centre

Welcome to Lilyfield Early Learning Centre, proudly owned by Guardian Childcare & Education!

Our warm and inviting child care centre in Lilyfield was originally a church and is located on a heritage site in inner west Sydney. Each space is designed around stages of children’s development to enable age-appropriate learning and play, with architecture that creates a flow and connection to the outdoors.

If you’re looking for childcare in inner west Sydney, our early learning centre in Lilyfield is an ideal option for families. Lilyfield ELC is located a short drive to Orange Grove Public School with easy access to public transport.

At our Lilyfield daycare centre, our play-based learning programs have been designed to engage curious minds, supporting the growth and development of children from six weeks of age through to six years.

Eligible children who turn 4 years old on or before 31 July 2024 will receive up to $2,110 in additional subsidies. This fee support is on top of any Child Care Subsidy eligible families may be receiving. If your child is 3 years old and not yet 4 years old on, or before 31 July in 2024 and is enrolled at our Centre, you will receive up to $500 in fee relief. Ask us for more information when you visit our Centre. 

Children attending our daycare in Lilyfield will have access to incredible, resource-rich environments, with:

  • Beautifully designed learning spaces to inspire curiosity, imagination, and a strong sense of belonging.
  • High quality programs such as All Weather Play & Excursions, Bush Kindy, Artist in Residence, Music, Yoga and Dance, Junior Parliament, Sustainability and Bonjour Babies.
  • Expansive outdoor play spaces to promote discovery and exploration
  • Leading Preschool Program to support your child make a smooth transition from early learning to primary school.

At Lilyfield Early Learning Centre, we provide learning experiences that reflect the unique diversity of the children, families and our local community.

Supported by a passionate, dedicated and close-knit team of university-qualified Teachers and Educators, our childcare in Lilyfield provides an inclusive learning environment for children. A personalised approach ensures each child is supported to be bold, creative, and curious in their learning journey.

If you’re looking to begin your childcare journey and are wanting to explore, book a tour today and meet our team at Lilyfield Early Learning Centre!

We’re Exceeding! What does that mean? Every six months, our Centres are assessed by ACECQA, the national body with the responsibility for monitoring the quality of all registered child care centres in Australia. A rating of Exceeding National Quality Standard means that you can be assured that this Centre is providing an exceptional level of care and attention for your child.

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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

Hat, wetbag and sunscreen

5 meals per day

5 meals per day

All incursions and excursions

All incursions and excursions

Nappies, wipes and formula

Nappies, wipes and formula

Storypark parenting app

Storypark parenting app

Long day care hours year around

Long day care hours year around

Helpful Information

Opening Hours

Open 7:30am to 6:00pm
Monday to Friday

What to Bring

What we Provide

  • Nappies and wipes
  • Bed linen
  • Guardian hat
  • SPF 50+ sunscreen
  • High quality baby formula
  • 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

Centre Highlights

  • Beautifully designed learning spaces to inspire curiosity, imagination, and a strong sense of belonging.
  • Incredible programs such as All Weather Play & Excursions, Artist in Residence, Music, Yoga and Dance and Bonjour Babies.
  • Expansive and engaging outdoor play spaces featuring natural play structures, sandpits and water play to spark exploration and discovery.
  • Leading Preschool Program to support your child make a smooth transition from early learning to primary school.

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.

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.

2 yr Kindergarten Program

Our specialist two-year kindergarten 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.