Open 7:00am to 6:00pm
Monday to Friday
HOURS
Mon to Fri 7:00am to 6:00pm
ADDRESS
Tower 1, Level 1, 100 Barangaroo Avenue Barangaroo, NSW, 2000
On Scotch Row, between Shipwright Walk and Watermans Quay
SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS
Check out our fantastic indoor and outdoor learning spaces your child will enjoy
Welcome to our Centre
Guardian Childcare & Education Barangaroo is conveniently located in the Sydney CBD, ideal for families working in the city. Families can access the highest quality childcare centres and childhood education close to work, meaning less time rushing around and more time with your child. You can enjoy that extra time together and a 5-minute drop-off before heading to work.
- Quality learning programs such as Joy of Reading, Cooking and Sustainability
- Engaging indoor learning spaces with exciting play areas the children love! Including a sandpit, fort and veggie garden
- On-site Chef providing fresh snacks and meals daily
- Highly experienced Educators and degree-qualified Teachers
- Nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, a hat and bed linen provided
- Extended hours of care each weekday from 7:00am to 6:00pm
Meet our Centre Manager Robert
"I enjoy providing a space that parents are happy and confident about sending their children each day."
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
5 meals per day
All incursions and excursions
Nappies and wipes
Storypark parenting app
Long day care hours year around
Helpful Information
Opening Hours
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
More about Guardian Barangaroo
Guardian Childcare Barangaroo is an early learning centre that services the Sydney CBD.
As a team here at Guardian Childcare & Education Barangaroo we are proud to have some staff that have worked together for over 8 years and are supportive of each other with shared values and goals. Between us we speak Italian and French and have qualifications over and above the legislative requirements.
We are focused on building a community, which is especially important for a CBD service such as ours. Families are welcome to join in on our excursions, story time or pop in throughout the day. Our breakfast program invites families to join their children for breakfast, meet other families, spend time with the educators and see their child’s favourite resources, art works and more.
In further collaboration, the service implements its nutritious food policy through working with families. Educators actively promote healthy eating and eliminate the use of high sugar and salt and use mealtimes for intentional teaching about healthy foods. The centre has an open kitchen where children are able to watch the cooking process and even become involved in the preparation of meals.
Our regular excursions are a great way for children to connect with the local community. With visits to the Barangaroo reserve, museums, the aquarium, cafes and restaurants, children will experience first hand the people and places of the CBD.
We know that starting at a new early learning centre can be a daunting time for families, so we provide three to four days of orientation designed to build the relationship between the centre, the family and the child. We’ll work with families to support the transition, discuss where they feel their child is developmentally and agree on where the child’s interests can be supported and challenged. And we will continually work with families to ensure their child is happy and well cared for throughout their time with us.
The centre provides onsite pram and short-stay car parking to ensure a convenient pick up and drop off.
Our children at Guardian Barangaroo recently had the honour of celebrating and recognising the local Gadigal Community who are the traditional owners of the land where Barangaroo now stands.
The children were asked to create two art works that depicted the historical Indigenous culture with the theme of ‘Land’. These artworks were then turned into stencils and painted on the core of the new One Sydney Harbour tower building to live on as part of history – paying respect to the traditional people and their land.
The artworks will be temporarily visible during the construction phase of the building (for 10-12 weeks). A perfect blank canvas for the children to show off their work for all of Sydney to see. The artwork features on the core of the building, which gives it strength. As the floors of the building are constructed the artworks will be covered, invisible, yet a permanent part of the history of One Sydney Harbour. The artworks will then be reinterpreted as a symbol to feature on the side of the completed building.
Centre Highlights
- Our Barangaroo childcare centre has an open-plan area featuring a wet/dry creek, bark pit, climbing structures, hills, and age-specific play areas. Children are encouraged to explore and learn everything from balance to social skills in these exciting, resource-rich environments.
- Our on-site Cook prepares five nutritious meals and snacks using seasonal ingredients every day. To further explore food at our Barangaroo child care, our community-minded Educators host weekly cooking classes for the children to help enhance their understanding of good nutrition.
- The children are often involved in preparing their menu and enjoy working, cooking and chatting with our chef through the open window to our dedicated kitchen, creating more rich learning environments for children.
- Conveniently located in the Sydney CBD, ideal for families working in the city. Families can access the highest quality childcare centres and childhood education close to work, meaning less time rushing around and more time with your child. You can enjoy that extra time together and a 5-minute drop-off before heading to work.
- We have a dedicated Baby Ambassador in our nursery room to help ensure that your child’s experience with us is a positive one that your whole family can enjoy.
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
Our specialist two-year kindergarten/preschool 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.
Our Centre is a recipient of funding as part of the NSW Government’s Start Strong Program. Families can receive fee relief of up to $2110 per child aged 4 and above, and up to $500 per year for children aged 3. 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.
Ken T
01:46 28 May 24
JoJo C.
03:15 14 May 24
I My daughter love to go kindergarten more and more now , thanks for everyone efforts , harmonious environment ，educators are all very friendly and professional ：）in toddlers class they have very nice educators, they cared aLot ,I am very appreciated, centre manager robert is very responsible ,professional and wellManagement
Amelia W.
07:37 19 Feb 24
Charlotte S.
02:45 29 Jan 24
Chaya J.
01:17 18 Dec 23
S P.
05:26 28 Nov 23
Such caring and nurturing staff, really have made the process of day care easy.
Julie F.
06:08 05 Jun 23
The Guardian at Barangaroo is the first child-care centre that my son has ever experienced. At the end of each week, I become more impressed with every aspect this Centre offers. From the diversity in the fresh daily meals, to creative activities with paints, colouring and music, my son is receiving an enriched experience that is growing and developing him.I was blown away to see the Centre putting on a mini version of VIVID inside the nursery for the children to engage with. All of the nursery kids seem to love the lights, art and music that went along with the festivities. My child is 11 months and has already been exposed to Van Gogh!I love the consistent, daily updates on my son and seeing his progress throughout the week in a collection of photos and videos. He continues to be exposed to so many new experiences – Please keep doing exactly what you’re doing.
Emma P.
01:10 20 Apr 23
My child loves it here. The educators are fantastic, it’s clear that they put careful thought into the children’s daily experiences and they’re always so warm and welcoming to my child, which I’m sure is a big part of why she seems so happy. We also really appreciate the communications through Storypark about the group activities as well as my child’s milestones. She took her first steps at daycare and through the video shared with us, it felt like we were right there for such a special moment. I couldn’t recommend Guardian Barangaroo more highly.
Carla B.
04:50 28 Feb 23
Our little one started recently and is being very well looked after by the wonderful educators here! We really appreciate the love and attention this center is giving my child (and myself also).Their educational foundation and program is just exceptional!The management team, Jess and Kate are just fabulous people!We are very happy here and we are sure we chose the right center for our child!A special shout out to Sam, Mathilde, Camilla and Binisha (and all the ones I haven’t mentioned here) from the nursery room who are simply the most caring wonderful educators I’ve ever met. Thank you so much for all you do!!
Sue B.
01:12 08 Nov 22
Incredible center with lovely staff that go above and beyond to provide a great experience for my son. Highly recommend this place!
Joelle C.
10:50 07 Nov 22
Educators are attentive, kind, caring and encouraging. They provide my son with an invaluable education. The centre is incredibly well run, credit to Nicole and Jess for doing such an amazing job.
Rose P.
21:42 01 Nov 22
Wonderful educators and lovely environment.
Ari E.
06:20 01 Nov 22
I couldn't be happier with Guardian Barangaroo. Sending my daughter to daycare was hard to navigate yet Jess and Nicole made the whole process easy. The educators in Nursery are extremely skilled and just wonderful people. I know I chose the best daycare for my kid because when I pick her up, she doesn't want to leave! For anyone who is looking at a daycare, this is the place you are looking for. Thank you guys for all that you do.
Anna R.
06:19 01 Nov 22
Nicole, Jess and their team are approachable and accommodating. Our daughter has thrived attending the nursery.
Nicola C.
06:14 31 Oct 22
My daughter has been with Barangaroo for almost 4 years and I have nothing but kind and positive words to say about the staff and the facilities. She has always hopped into day-care with a smile.
Nancy M.
11:42 29 Jan 22
10 out of 10, we love the ongoing support provided by the Barangaroo team from enrolling, to trials, transition, Nicole, Jess and all the educators have been so welcoming and supportive. We love how organised the centre is run, the caliber of the staff is next level. During the lockdown we got various call to check in how we are going, they treat us like part of family! We always tell our friends and family how lucky we have to have our daughter enrolled at Barangaroo.
Bec G
10:43 20 Jan 22
The Guardian Barangaroo Team are fantastic. They settled my 9 month into her first daycare experience with such care and kindness. The Centre is very open plan and modern. The food looks far better than what I would cook. The two Managers are very responsive and professional. Highly recommend this Centre.
Misbah
04:54 08 Dec 21
Pip D.
23:38 07 Dec 21
Guardian Barangaroo is a fantastic centre - and I am so incredibly happy that my son is able to attend. Leaving your child in someone else's care is never easy. But at Guardian Barangaroo I feel completely comfortable that they give my son loads of love and support. The staff are understanding and friendly, and always give him a hug when if he needs it.
Renaye L.
05:30 07 Dec 21
- Great educators with long tenure- High quality facility to cater to each child’s needs- Educators collaborate well with parents to take care of the needs of the child- Excellent food menu- Variety of educational activities and free play
Cassandra P.
04:52 07 Dec 21
We have only been at the centre for a short period of time however, I have found my dealings with the centre very pleasant. I love the story park app which keeps us informed of how my child’s day is going and the teachers are all friendly and genuinely care about your child.
Faith B.
04:09 07 Dec 21
We love Nicole and the team at Barangaroo but more importantly, our daughter loves it. We can see how much effort goes into creating a caring, positive environment for learning and wellbeing; and we can see how effective that is by the fact Leila happily strolls in each day. We would recommend the team and facility to any family looking for the best child care.
Cindy S.
03:53 25 Feb 21
After viewing many(!) daycares and still unable to decide on one, I knew Guardian Barangaroo was the right place for my daughter before the tour had finished. Nicole, the Centre Manager, knew all the kids names and they were all running to her to say hello or get a cuddle, and she happily obliged throughout the tour.The open plan layout of the center is light & bright (and genius) and ensures that there are always eyes on the LOs. My LO started out in Toddlers and has since moved on to Junior Pre-school, where she loves the Summer Learning Programme and the excursions exploring Barangaroo. But the thing that stands out to me the most is the relationships my LO has formed with her educators, which provides great peace of mind for us as parents. Somehow, in a sea of tiny humans they know my LOs personality, and what she responds to (even the educators that are not in her room).She's been experiencing separation anxiety at drop off and the educators have been supporting us through this by offering suggestions, and with superhuman patience. I genuinely feel that my LO has gotten the best start to her schooling here.Thank you Nicole & Jess & Jo, and every member of the Guardian Barangaroo team who have made this such a positive experience.
Nick M.
10:11 17 Feb 21
Our three children are at Guardian Barangaroo the staff are amazing and the centre facilities and we are extremely happy with the education the children receive. Most importantly the kids love it there we think its a great environment there at Barangaroo
CityLife S.
23:16 10 Feb 21
My daughter joined it when it's just opened and she loves it. A great and very reliable team. She loves excursions around the area and interactive with the community.
Azadeh H.
11:33 10 Feb 21
Great learning & developmental programs. My child loved the summer learning program and exciting community excursions at Barangaroo. Good facilities and a professional team who always show warmth and empathy towards children.
Derek H.
05:35 02 Feb 21
Great team, wonderful space, nurturing my baby, my peace of mind!
Maree H.
00:17 01 Feb 21
My daughter LOVES coming to daycare. The educators are all wonderful and she learns so much every day. The educators really embrace diversity and inclusivity - its a beautiful learning environment for our little ones.
Tamara H.
02:10 17 Aug 20
A place where little ones flourish in a diverse environment with wonderful careers and a fun space to explore and develop their interests. Centre manager and all the educators did a fantastic job in contributing to our 3 + year old being the best version of himself; a well rounded, engaged, fun, curious and polite little boy. Thank you Nicole and all the educators for you tireless devotion to our little ones even in the most challenging and unprecedented times.
Mohammed M.
12:57 17 Feb 20
This place as an absolute godsend - after a nightmare experience with a previous daycare (i took my LO out after only one day in the old daycare), I was very hesitant to place my trust in another day care, and after spending weeks looking for an alternative, I finally visited guardian.. after speaking with Nicole and telling her about our first experience, she was very understanding and assured us that their approach would not allow for something similar to happen to our LO - she spent over an hour with us explaining why such a thing would not happen and how they handle different type of situations. So we bit the bullet and enrolled our LO, and oh how glad we are for biting that bullet! The way our LO reacted to the educators and the relationship that was built was tremendous. Although all the educators in the centre are absolutely awesome, I must call out Nicole and Sabrina, some of the best people I have come across - their approach, knowledge, understanding, patience, attitude (the list can go on and on) is one I can only admire. I am very gad I enrolled my LO (3.5 years old when first enrolled) in this centre, and would definitely recommend it to anyone needing daycare for their child. Great facilities and great environment.
Binisha G.
20:04 27 Oct 19
isil U.
07:13 01 Sep 19
Moving countries is never easy especially with a little one. Guardian Barangaroo has helped us overcome this giving us their best. The team was always there to help, they took my daughter’s case individually and resolved that-and they do this for every kid that goes there. Very lucky to have the best team taking care of my daughter. All very much appreciated!
nisha C.
03:21 28 Aug 19
Guardian Barangaroo rescued us when we needed them the most. And little did we know we will form bonds which will last a lifetime. Leaving my 6 months old with Guardian was assuring, comforting and rewarding. Its not just one person with Guardian but the entire community of educators, centre managers, other kids and parents which make it absolutely unique. They don't just give a safe and secure environment for our kids but a fun and happy place for them to learn new skills and play. My child is a happy confident little person, and it could not have happened without the contribution of committed and invested people at Guardian Barangaroo. We have transitioned from 0-1, 1-2 and not 2-3 and its smooth and always had my child in the centre of the decisions.its never easy or guilt free to leave you child with anyone but when I see my child rushing into the arms of educators and don't want to come back home, its a lot less. Thank you to everyone in Barangaroo branch for helping us and including us in your big family.
Bonnie B.
22:46 06 Feb 19
My children have been to a number of childcare centres, but nothing compares to the incredible experience my daughter has at Barangaroo. Incredible excursions, beautiful rooms and resources where she is inspired to learn. Chloe, Nicole, Kate, Sabrina, Tanya (the very talented chef) and the whole team are wonderful leaders, nurturers and genuinely care for creating learning experiences for all the children. We feel so lucky to have this experience for our daughter.
Zara
12:06 23 Jul 18
This center is amazingChloe and Nichol are the best 😊Very friendly and very good staff