Guardian Childcare & Education Market Street (Darling View)

Guardian Childcare & Education Market Street (Darling View) is conveniently located in the heart of the Sydney CBD. Our location means families can access the highest quality education and care in close proximity to your workplace—all with less rushing around and more time with your child.

But being in the CBD doesn’t mean we’ve compromised on space or outdoor access. In fact, the Centre has a range of exciting, resource-rich environments including herb and vegetable gardens, city viewing platforms, a spacious outdoor area, and a range of age-specific spaces where children are encouraged to explore and learn.

Read our blog about the Great Outdoors in the City at Guardian Market Street.

The view of the buildings and the sounds of the city have inspired many learning experiences for the children at Guardian Market Street. Centre Manager, Angelique Sinesiou says, “Children and educators have undertaken projects which look at size, shape, patterns, texture, colour and scale based on the views visible from our outdoor yard. Our amazing space offers children the opportunity to explore various natural materials in our outdoor area.”

The Teachers and Educators at Guardian Market Street provide wonderful learning programs for the children, including a leading Preschool Program for those preparing for the transition to primary school. With a dedicated team of long-standing Educators from a range of backgrounds, we are also proud to celebrate a variety of cultures and holidays throughout the year, as well as teaching the children sign language.

Children at Guardian Market Street (Darling View) also have the opportunity to get out and about on weekly excursions, so we have a great connection with the surrounding community. We visit the local bookstore, fish pond, Hyde Park and surrounding businesses.

Our on-site cook prepares five delicious and nutritious meals every day, as well as offering hands-on cooking experiences for the children to extend their knowledge of nutrition and to encourage them to try new foods.

Begin the adventure at Guardian Market Street (Darling View) today by booking a tour or speaking to our team.

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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 families are welcome to stay and enjoy breakfast with the children.

  • 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 cook.

  • 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 cook. Families are invited to join the children for meals and excursions 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 or with siblings. 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 7:00am to 6:00pm
Monday to Friday

Fee Information

Age Group Daily Fee
6 Weeks to 6 Years $172.00*

*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

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

What to Bring

  • 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.

Learn More About Our Centre

Guardian Childcare & Education Market Street (Darling View) is conveniently located in the heart of the CBD, next to the Queen Victoria Building and Town Hall train station.

Designed for exploration and adventure, our outdoor space has ample room for group play, as well as little nooks for hide and seek, plus gives the children an opportunity to take in the sights and sounds of their urban environment. The children love to play outside on the open-air deck, where they can take in the sights and sounds of the bustling city around them.

The buddy program at our early learning centre partners older children with younger children to help them develop their self-help skills such as feeding, cleaning up, creating games and more.

Our relationships with families are important to us and we encourage families to meet with us during the year to develop shared goals for their child, and to enjoy our breakfast and afternoon tea events with other families. Our door is always open, and you are welcome to come by or phone us at any time throughout the day.

Connecting to the community around them, children will engage in a variety of activities such as visiting a local fruit shop in the morning, helping in fundraising activities for a number of charities, or popping in to Queens View Early Learning Centre — our ‘sister centre’ located right next door — or visiting one of our other education and childcare centres in the Sydney CBD.

Each day our on-site cook prepares fresh and seasonal home-style meals. The children love assisting in the process, and discovering different tastes and textures along the way.

Coming along on a tour and Orientation Day before your child enrols is a great way to get to know our educators, and to get a feel for our kindergarten.

To find out more about the special experiences at our Centre, drop by and meet our wonderful team. Looking something closer to your office? We also have a range of other early learning centres in Sydney and North Sydney.

Reviews (13)

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    Angelique Sinesiou

    - 5 months ago

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    Saira Zaki

    - 8 months ago

    My son (now almost 4 years old) has been attending Darling View ELC three days a week since he was 8 months old. Over the years that he has been ... Read More

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    John White

    - 8 months ago

    My children have been attending Darling view for over the past year and I can’t recommend this service enough. Both children genuinely both love going everyday, have such great relationships ... Read More

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    Kate Willcocks

    - 8 months ago

    I could not recommend Darling View more highly. I have three kids who attend this daycare centre and they are all so happy there. What I love about the centre ... Read More

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    Madhulika Madhulika

    - 8 months ago

    My son has been enrolled in this centre for nearly two years now and we couldn't be more happy. I am really impressed by the space and set out of ... Read More

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    Natalie Munoz

    - 8 months ago

    I could not recommend Darling View enough. My 2.5year old daughter has been attending 4 days a week since she was 7 months old and absolutely loves it. Every morning ... Read More

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    Sara Żogała

    - 11 months ago

    Highly recommended! All the staff members are incredibly friendly and helpful! The nursery room teachers are absolutely amazing, I have never met educators with so much passion and professionalism! The ... Read More

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    Jess Zigman

    - 1 year ago

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    Sara Wong

    - 1 year ago

    I would highly recommend Market St. ELC as the centre has a stimulating and nurturing home environment, staffed by qualified and experienced team of educators. Beautiful centre with an amazing ... Read More

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    Christina O'keefe

    - 2 years ago

    I can't recommend darling view early learning centre enough. The quality of care the staff provide is exceptional as well as their learning environments. I know my son is in ... Read More

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    Jacquelyn

    - 2 years ago

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    Sophie

    - 2 years ago

    Amazing Educators and management team. I feel so confident leaving my little one with them and he is excited to get there everyday!

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    Sandeep Sinha

    - 2 years ago

    My son goes to this centre and i have seen alot of good changes in him since we started here. They provide an excellent care and the educators are very ... Read More

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What Our Families Say