Guardian Childcare & Education

Manly

  • Explore our spacious centre, which boasts thrilling play areas, including a rooftop garden, engaging water features, a creative art room, and an expansive sandpit!
  • Every day is unique in our newly renovated centre with modern resources from nursery to our leading 2 year Preschool program. You don’t want to miss out!
  • Don’t miss out! Come and see for yourself not just our beautiful spaces, and incredible team, but the amazing sense of community we share. The leading childcare in the area.

Book a tour today to see what makes our Centre special & have all your questions answered

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HOURS

Mon to Fri 07:30am to 06:00pm

ADDRESS

4-10 Sydney Road, Manly, NSW, 2095

SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS

Check out our fantastic indoor and outdoor learning spaces your child will enjoy

Welcome to our Centre

Welcome to Guardian Childcare and Education Manly, an expansive, light-filled centre across from the beach. Our childhood education programs are focused on play-based learning, where our spacious day care and child care centre provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged six weeks to six years of age, supporting them to discover the world in a safe and secure way. 

Our Manly day care and child care centre is conveniently situated for families living in surrounding suburbs such as Manly, Manly Vale, Balgowlah, Fairlight and Queenscliff. 

Our exciting, resource-rich environments include: 

  • Passionate Educators who focus on relationships with children and families. 
  • Bright, modern learning spaces designed to inspire curiosity, fun, and a sense of belonging. 
  • Engaging outdoor environment including a spacious rooftop garden and large sandpit to spark learning and exploration. 
  • On-site Chef providing fresh snacks and meals daily.   
  • For babies, nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, high-quality formula and bed linen are provided in our nursery room.    

Our child care and day care centre in Manly, backed by a passionate and dedicated team of qualified teachers and educators, provides an inclusive learning environment that fosters a personalized approach to education. Here, children are encouraged to be bold, creative, and curious as they embark on their learning journey. 

Children attending our Manly child care centre will also have the chance to see the same familiar faces as they move on up from our nursery room, into our preschool program, designed specifically to help prepare your child transition from early learning to primary school. 

The New South Wales Government offers funding to provide families fee relief of up to $2174 per child aged three and above, and up to $515 per year for children aged three. This support is in addition to the Child Care Subsidy and can help to lower your out-of-pocket fees. Ask for more details when you tour the centre.

As part of our unique Visible Learning Program, families will gain insights into their child’s learning and social skills development. Our Learning Exchange Display offers accessible support, allowing Teachers and Educators to share daily updates on progress. You’ll also have the opportunity to share your personal goals and visions, actively contributing to your child’s educational journey within our local community! 

Families will also be given access to our family communication app Storypark, where we will share with you any significant updates in your child’s day, as well as any other important updates that happen in the centre – ensuring that you’re always connected, even when you’re not here. 

If you’re looking to begin the adventure and are wanting to explore, book a tour and meet our team at Guardian Childcare and Education Manly today! 

Read More

Meet our Centre Manager Megha

Centre Manager

"I am passionate about providing high quality care for infants and toddlers, and particularly enjoy seeing children explore their autonomy in a well-resourced and designed learning environment".

Our Flying Start to School Preschool & Kindergarten program provides a specialised 2-year, curriculum focussed on the learning & development of children aged 3 to 5. Read more HERE on our unique 2 tier Becoming Me program for 3 year olds and Being Me for 4 year olds – preparing them for the next stage of life.

Flying start to school

Where children are supported to be brave, curious, and bold in their learning, for the best possible start to life.

Reviews from Google

4.8
(6)
Poloko Marketing G.
Poloko Marketing G.
01:30 28 May 24
Great centre, the team are very passionate and caring. A great community spirit and always welcoming with great positivity at every drop off. Makes it fun for the little ones and easier for the parents.
Philippa S.
Philippa S.
11:05 04 May 24
We have been at Guardian Manly since the day it opened its doors. They have navigated Covid, new centre teething issues and have come through as a very well managed centre. My girls love it there and often ask to go on the weekends!
Sarah D.
Sarah D.
08:50 27 Mar 23
Great place for families and teachers, strong team and management. Company is run ethically and supports its community and people.
Amber G.
Amber G.
04:13 15 Mar 22
My daughter has been enrolled here for 5 months. Initially she was shy and struggling with separation from me but the team worked so hard to support her every week and she now loves going to daycare. Each of the educators has a personal relationship with her and she has really come out of her shell. I couldn’t recommend the team here more.
Baltazar D.
Baltazar D.
03:09 15 Mar 22
Great team, very accommodating and supportive.
Rupal B.
Rupal B.
10:57 07 Jun 22
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Rhythm of the Day

We know children (and families) like routine. Whilst no two days of learning are ever the same - here's what a day at Guardian might look like.

Whilst no two days of learning are ever the same - here's what a day at Guardian might look like.

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 and wipes

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
  • 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.

Learn more about Manly

Guardian Childcare and Education Manly offers the warmth and comfort of a family home, on Sydney’s northern beaches. It’s conveniently located on Sydney Road in Manly, close to the Corso and public transport.  

Our centre is open from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm and provides quality long day care and early learning programs for children ages six weeks to six years old. With a focus on play-based learning, our experienced educators strive to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for your child, supporting them in their holistic development. 

Children at our Manly centre are supported through those important early years to explore and develop their social and emotional skills through their early learning journey by a dedicated team of university-qualified Teachers and Educators. They create learning experiences in a nurturing environment that fosters creativity and imagination in a safe environment for young age groups.      

Manly Guardian childcare is open from 7.30am to 6.00pm every weekday, so each family is provided with plenty of flexibility for the hours they work and the time they choose to drop off and pick up their child. During drop-off or pick-up times, we encourage you to stay for a little while and spend some time exploring the learning environment.  

Our Educators and Teachers can show you the various play materials and education spaces throughout the Centre to help you discover our approach to early learning as well as support you continue the learning with activities at home. We encourage involving the whole family in their child’s care and education to ensure they are happy as they learn and grow.  

Our family communication app, Storypark, provides you with photos and updates on your child throughout the day, offering you the opportunity to stay informed about your child’s early learning and development. We also set up different learning outcomes for the children through Storypark, which supports them in achieving developmental milestones and understanding new ideas.  

For children aged three and four, we have a preschool program led by university-qualified Teachers that can support your child in their preparation for the step up into primary school. Our preschool curriculum is based on leading child development research and demonstrates our commitment to providing the best possible start to life for your child through quality child care services.  

Our early childhood education program is led by specialist Educational Leaders who guide teaching and learning in a flexible and research-supported way. The leading curriculum supports discovery and gives children the best start to life, as well as being aligned with the National Quality Standard.  

Through our high-quality preschool program, children have the opportunity to learn some of the skills that are often only introduced in early primary school. We begin learning and exploring shapes, numbers and letters through fun, play-based activities.  

We develop each child’s literacy and numeracy skills to help them feel confident and prepared during the challenging leap into primary school. Our high-quality program supports the needs and routines of each of our families, and we ensure each child’s cultural and family background is supported and encouraged.     

We’re committed to children’s nutrition, and our on-site cook prepares each meal fresh and packed with all the nutrients that children need at their age. We encourage children to engage in food preparation and to ask questions about where their food comes from, why it’s good for them, and how they can eat it. We also encourage exploration of the cultural heritage behind different foods, helping promote diversity and inclusion from an early age.   

As part of our unique Visible Learning Program, families will be able to gain an understanding of their child’s education. Our Learning Exchange Display will provide the opportunity for our Teachers and Educators to share updates on your child’s progress. It will also be a chance for you to have direct input into your child’s learning!      

Why not come and meet the team and have a look around our Centre today? We’d love to show you why Guardian Childcare and Education Manly is the perfect learning environment for your child. At Guardian, we believe that together, we can give young children the best start to life.   

We look forward to welcoming you soon! 

 

Centre Highlights

  • Our Manly day care and child care centre is conveniently situated for families living in surrounding suburbs such as Manly, Manly Vale, Balgowlah, Fairlight and Queenscliff.
  • Our Centre is situated within Manly Corso. Conveniently located in walking distance to public transport.
  • There is 2 hour free parking on Central Avenue and if you hold a Northern Beaches Parking sticker you can also park for free in the 2 hour parking at the beach front on North Steyne Street.
  • Guardian Manly offers a summer learning program that involves a lot of water play and outdoor activities.
  • We offer planned excursions to the library for the Pre-schoolers.
  • Engaging outdoor environment including a spacious rooftop garden and large sandpit to spark learning and exploration
  • Our 0-3’s have an indoor playground that has been built to look like an outdoor space and our 3-5’s have an outdoor play space
  • Bright, modern learning spaces designed to inspire curiosity, fun, and a sense of belonging

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
Flying start to school

Our Flying Start to School preschool program is lead by degree qualified Teachers in a long day care setting. Our specialist two-year program is committed to supporting your child as they prepare for big school. We focus on nurturing their confidence, making friends and social emotional growth while also supporting their abilities in reading, writing, counting, and thinking skills. Whether it’s building with blocks, practicing their first letters, or learning to share with friends, every experience is carefully designed to support your child’s development.

Our Centre is a recipient of funding as part of the NSW Government’s Start Strong Program. Families can receive fee relief to reduce your out-of-pocket fees of up to $2174 per child aged 4 on or before 31July 2025, and up to $515 per year for children aged 3 on or before 31 July 2025. Ask for more details when you tour the centre.

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.

What our families say about the centre

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