Guardian Childcare & Education

Queen Street

Reviews from Google

4.6
(59)
Rook De M.
Rook De M.
03:27 31 Jul 24
In Brisbane temporarily, so kid went here for 3 months. This was the first time in a toddler room (more kids, less teachers), and it felt busy as teachers were always preoccupied. The kid settled in, though this time more likely to protest at handover, which was probably linked to age (more aware) and time (3 months isn't that long to form a bond). Leaving a 5* as we would have continued if we stayed on in Brisbane.
Giacomo V.
Giacomo V.
06:59 23 May 24
Great childcare centre! It's a very clean centre. I really like the welcoming environment from the reception with Simona and Megha. All the teachers are friendly and dedicated. I highly recommend this centre!
Stephanie W.
Stephanie W.
03:41 19 Apr 24
Amazing daycare.My son has attended since he was 4 months old. I've always felt relaxed and comfortable leaving him with the beautiful staff at the center and assured he was being well cared for and encouraged to play and learn in a safe and clean environment.Guadian Childcare Queen Street is always so warm and welcoming with a real sense of community - you don't just feel like another number - there is genuine care and interest given to each child.Everything is provided by the centre and they keep us all well informed with daily activates and regular updates.A beautiful and thoughtful daycare with the most amazing educators that I would highly recommend.
Tegan B.
Tegan B.
07:41 27 Feb 24
My two sons have attended Guardian Queen St for three years now & adore it! Recently, my eldest son began speech therapy - throughout our appointments our speech therapist has continued to remark at how wonderful it is that this centre is so focused on early reading & literacy. We are so pleased to have our children in an environment with wonderful educators who are so pro active and progressive with their lesson planning and activities.
Lynette W.
Lynette W.
07:35 27 Feb 24
Ella H.
Ella H.
01:41 16 Feb 24
Would definitely recommend this place to any parent looking for childcare. They made returning to work so much easier knowing my little one was being so well looked after. I’ve had nothing but a positive experience sending my child here.
susan J.
susan J.
07:21 29 Jan 24
There are good environments and caring staff,Massive place for nursery babies 👶Orientation day will see every room environment and routine.Play day the manager will introduce room staffs to communicate your child's routine.Good curriculum for each day and season.Pre kindy and kindy teacher all bachelor degree.Manager is consider and professional officer and all educator is friendly.They provide nurturision food for breakfast, Morning tea , lunch afternoon tea,fresh fruit for anytime at front door.I recommend this centre 👌👍
Nav Deep S.
Nav Deep S.
02:03 12 Jan 24
Parveen S.
Parveen S.
16:49 11 Jan 24
So nice staff and very sincere
Peeyush S.
Peeyush S.
15:08 11 Jan 24
Rahil S.
Rahil S.
14:39 11 Jan 24
Akash S.
Akash S.
14:33 11 Jan 24
Saksham N.
Saksham N.
09:50 12 Oct 23
Harsh S.
Harsh S.
07:53 12 Oct 23
Deepanshu S.
Deepanshu S.
07:47 12 Oct 23
Brooke C.
Brooke C.
06:44 07 Sep 23
We love Guardian Queen Street. My daughter has been at the centre for 3 years and now my son also attends. The teachers are so friendly and attentive. The play spaces are large and open so there’s plenty of room for the kids to move and play. The teachers are invested in the children’s learning and the chef makes great meals and snacks for the kids and I know at the end of the day they’ve had nutritious food. Thank you to all our friends at Guardian Queen Street!
Karen W.
Karen W.
03:32 24 Aug 23
My daughter started in the nursery at 480 Queen St a couple of months ago and I couldn't be happier with our experience so far. The staff are all wonderful and my daughter is beaming with a smile the second we walk into reception! The centre itself is beautiful, so much space and everything is so high quality. Love the way the educators truly adore each of the children and care for them as if they are their own. I feel very safe and secure knowing my baby is in the care of the team at 480 Queen St :)
Aparicio D.
Aparicio D.
13:53 13 Aug 23
Jo Van A.
Jo Van A.
08:59 13 Aug 23
Vinay P.
Vinay P.
04:16 13 Aug 23
One of the best facility I have ever seen. Keep up the good work!
Jeremy C.
Jeremy C.
04:05 13 Aug 23
Guardian- Queen St is one of the best centres I've been to. The team is very supportive and helpful.
Gabriella D.
Gabriella D.
04:02 13 Aug 23
The staff is very friendly and caring. The new Centre Manager is very loving and attentive to the families’ needs, always doing her best to make the Centre more and more welcoming every day.
Bethany van H.
Bethany van H.
08:37 12 Aug 23
Our son has now been at Guardian Queen Street for 1.5 years and we could not ask for a better place to be part of our village.Even though he often has a hard time at drop off I never worry about him during the day.It's incredible for us that we only have to worry about sending him with spare clothes and a water bottle. Guardian provide all food, nappies, hats, sunscreen. The menus are incredible and the in house chef and kitchen is located so that the toddler room can watch all the action.I've heard from other parents that moving rooms can be difficult on children because they don't get to see their beloved educators anymore. It's wonderful that the centre often combines children at the beginning or end of the day so they still get to see their previous educators.Guardian uses the KindyNow app which is invaluable. I can use the app to advise of absences but even better, I can use the app to book a casual day. Say your child doesn't normally attend on Mondays but then Sunday at 11pm you put your back out and need to rest the next day, rather than run after a toddler, you can use the app to book them in for Monday if there is a space.The Storypark app is used to give a summary at the end of the day about the events of the day, with photos included. It's wonderful and so nice to be able to build upon learnings and themes and chat with the children about their day, especially when communication is still developing.Being on the 5th floor might seem odd at first of you've only ever seen suburban daycares but the children love being able to watch the Brisbane river, construction projects and passing vehicles. They have multiple sandpits and water play areas. And equipment for big motor skill play like balance beams and jumping off platforms into large pillows.It's never a problem that I drop him off at odd times and whenever I do, the children are happy and having the best fun.Some of the many, many activities they have put together include: examining insect specimens in resin, making fruit smoothies with leftover fruit salad, sink and float experiments, making family trees, dance parties, lots of arts and crafts and incorporating other learning such as letter recognition into these activites. There is also lots of time and space for free play.I truly wish I could attend and play too!
Jamii B.
Jamii B.
10:28 11 Aug 23
Ashish P.
Ashish P.
10:27 11 Aug 23
Joanna P.
Joanna P.
09:31 11 Aug 23
Wonderful centre with high quality care and teaching.
Tamara P.
Tamara P.
08:31 11 Aug 23
Our daughter has been attending this amazing centre since November 2020. There are not enough words to express how much we truly love Guardian Queen Street.The service manager/director, Megha has transformed the service in an indescribable way, as soon as you enter level 5 & the lift doors open, you are able to see that the education and care of our children begins before they enter the service itself! The centre is always clean and there is calming music as well as a diffuser which is switched on in the office/foyer which makes the transition from home to the service a relaxing experience.The service is well resourced, this has obviously made it easy for the development of children to occur naturally and holistically.Something that we particularly love about this exceptional service is the dedication, commitment and quality of educators. Ariel, Joanna, Manpreet, Aries, Naing (to name a few) have impacted our lives in the most positive way & for that, we are eternally grateful. Story Park posts are informative and helpful and most importantly, updated daily.The food at the service is made by professional chef Aleksey who ensures that the children are not only exposed to a wide variety of international dishes, but that they are also consuming healthy foods. My daughter always has seconds of everything!The only negative thing about Queen Street Guardian, is that your child will eventually have to leave (when they go toschool!).If you are looking for the most amazing, loving and beautiful service- LOOK NO FURTHER!!!
SIMONA V.
SIMONA V.
04:52 10 Aug 23
Great Centre to be! The center is high quality on every levels.. Resources, set ups, educators, teachers and environment. I absolutely love the happy, kind and lovely atmosphere you find as soon as you walk in. Happy children, families and workers. The rainforest is literally the jewellery of this centre.. Don't miss out 😉
Manpreet B.
Manpreet B.
05:13 04 Aug 23
Fantastic center with an awesome view of Brisbane city which children enjoy.
张永红
张永红
10:16 01 Aug 23
I believe a good center must have a good manager, I am right, the manager who is working at queen Street is working so hard and so responsibility to every children, staffs and parents. Queen Street is a good center really!
Meena P.
Meena P.
10:16 01 Aug 23
Possitive environment. Caring and welcoming staff and love working with .I love Megha. She has a good heart and always big smile. Thank you for everything you do for team and centre. ❤️
Rahul M.
Rahul M.
00:02 02 May 23
Michelle H.
Michelle H.
00:53 18 Apr 23
Nik P.
Nik P.
09:03 17 Apr 23
Avneet K.
Avneet K.
22:39 31 Mar 23
Amazing staff and a good system for children would recommend.
Megha M.
Megha M.
22:39 31 Mar 23
Blaire R.
Blaire R.
03:08 16 Mar 23
Our daughter attends Queen St in the nursery space and it has been such a wonderful experience for us.The educators are caring, compassionate, kind and take such good care of our baby girl. The curriculum is well planned and thorough. Our daughter is becoming such a social and confident butterfly, it’s been beautiful watching her grow since she started her early childcare journey with Guardian.Welcoming spaces, inclusive, diversity, collaboration, consistent communication and genuine care for children 💜
Cara C.
Cara C.
01:45 09 Nov 21
From the very beginning, the educators have been like a second family to Sophie - she still loves to go and play with her educators from Ruby (from her baby months) including Margie, Eileen, and Joan, because of the strong bonds formed then. In Opal green, she just loves her new educators Lauren, Ivy and Trojan. There are many others who greet her each day. Sophie enjoys going to Guardian each day and we are thrilled with her development while being at Guardian.
Karla B.
Karla B.
04:32 16 Jun 20
Michelle, Emma and their team are absolutely amazing. They are always accommodating and put the children and families first. Our little one really came out of her shell by being here and we are so grateful! The centre itself is fantastic and the activities the children do from day 1 make such a difference to their development. Can’t sing their praises enough!
Andreas W.
Andreas W.
09:26 06 Apr 20
It is a fantastic place. Awesome educators, great management, perfect location - we could not imagine a better childcare.
Caroline F.
Caroline F.
09:17 02 Dec 19
Wonderful caring , beautiful natured staff
E H
E H
08:57 01 Nov 19
We have been attending the centre for just over 2 years now. The educators and centre manager could not be more nurturing and caring towards my daughter and our family. I could not be happier, could not recommend guardian queen street enough!
Killian J
Killian J
11:52 09 Oct 19
Fantastic centre with really caring and helpful staff. Breanna has been attending the centre for just over two years now and is loving her experience. The centre offers engaging learning experiences, regular excursions and an amazing menu. Couldn’t have asked for a better centre!
Aaron L.
Aaron L.
22:57 26 Aug 19
E M
E M
08:11 07 Aug 19
Angie W.
Angie W.
02:04 07 Aug 19
My Child attended this centre and the care and love from the staff was fantastic! They were so supportive of our needs and Tyler was always happy to run off to Miss Emily each morning. Thank you so much Queen Street, we will be back with baby number two!
vivek P.
vivek P.
09:01 16 May 19
Erica A.
Erica A.
23:38 08 May 19
Rebecca N.
Rebecca N.
11:28 17 Jan 19
Guardian has been an exceptional experience for my oldest son who has been with the centre for over 2 years. We specifically sought out a centre that demonstrated the core values of a Reggio Emelia approach to early childhood learning and this has been so valuable in our son's development. The children are encouraged to explore their interests and curiosity in a warm and supportive environment. Hugs are always on offer for those tough moments and the educators knew my child's personality inside out. Communication through Storypark has been wonderful and the Kindy educator - Shayne - is a truly gifted teacher.Thank you to all the staff at Guardian Queen Street for giving our boy a great start to life.
licia M.
licia M.
01:39 30 Jul 18
I cannot rave enough about the Queen Street Guardian! I was nervous about starting my almost 2YO daughter as she had not been in any formal day care prior to attending. The facilities are amazing! The carers are so attentive and my LO just loves going. I'm been so impressed with how well they have got to know my daughter in the time she's been there. A great find!
Linda
Linda
02:53 16 Nov 17
We couldn't be happier with Guardian - Queen Street. Contrary to previous reviews, we have had such a positive experience. We find the staff not only super friendly but very attentive to our son. The centre itself is only about a year old and they constantly change the environment to engage the children. They are always posting summaries of the daily activities on Storypark and they're always different and things I wouldn't think of at home. I get a genuine sense that the staff really care about our son and that's a comforting feeling.
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K
02:06 23 Jul 17
mahsa M.
mahsa M.
02:34 16 Aug 22
generally happy and satisfied with everything, it is only very expensive
Narisa Z.
Narisa Z.
01:55 29 Mar 18
Our daughter is attending the childcare since 2 weeks.We had a very good experience up till now.The staff is very friendly and the educators pay attention to our daughter. It is so satisfying watching our daughter playing happily with other kids (on storypark).Thank you all for your efforts.We hope that this continues and our daughter enjoys even more going forward.
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  • State of the art Centre featuring indoor spaces for learning and play with an impressive art room, rainforest and waterpark. Diverse team culture with 15 different languages spoken and a Baby Ambassador onsite.
  • Places available across all ages on specific days. Reach out to see how we can fit into your family's routine.
  • Nurture your child's social, emotional, literacy and numeracy skills with our comprehensive kindergarten program. Enjoy the extended hours of long day care. Plus, 4-year-olds enjoy 15 hours of free kindergarten each week.

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

Queen Street 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 7:00am to 6:00pm

ADDRESS

Level 5, 480 Queen Street Brisbane, QLD, 4000


Entry via Adelaide Street

SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS

Welcome to our Centre

Welcome to Guardian Childcare and Education Queen Street, a spacious, open plan child care and daycare centre in Brisbane CBD. It is conveniently located on Queen Street, close to the Brisbane River ferry terminals and main Brisbane city access routes. Guardian Childcare and Education Queen Street is great for families who commute to the city for work and are looking for high-quality care education and day care services.

Our Queen Street long day care 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.

From 1 Jan 2024 eligible children will receive up to 15 hours of free Kindergarten per week at our Centre, up to 600 hours of free Kindergarten per year. This fee support is on top of any Child Care Subsidy eligible families may be receiving. To take advantage of this additional support children must be at least four years of age by 30 June in the year before they attend Primary School and be enrolled at an approved Kindergarten program for at least 2 days a week. Ask us for more information when you visit our Centre. 

Our Queen Street, Brisbane City child care centre has an ‘Exceeding’ rating and is an ideal choice for families seeking early learning services in the surrounding areas of Brisbane CBD and Brisbane City, Spring Hill, Fortitude Valley and Petrie Terrace.

Our exciting, resource-rich early learning environments include:

  • Passionate and qualified Educators who focus on relationships with children and families.
  • Engaging outdoor area with city views, water play, and sandstone play areas where children are encouraged to explore and learn.
  • Included programs such as Joy of Reading, Cooking, Outdoor Learning, Out & About Community Excursions, and Sustainability, with daily learning experiences designed to support your child’s development and growth.
  • On-site Chef who cooks fresh, nutritious meals daily in our fully equipped kitchen.
  • For babies, the Centre provides nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, high-quality formula and bed linen.
  • Extended hours of care each weekday from 7am to 6pm.

Supported by a passionate and dedicated team of degree-qualified Teachers and qualified Educators, Guardian Childcare and Education Queen Street is an inclusive environment for children where a personalised approach to early learning ensures children are supported to be bold, creative, and curious in their learning journey.

Guardian Childcare and Education Queen Street programs are designed with children’s individual needs in mind, with a focus on a safe environment, fantastic learning resources, and respectful relationships with each child and family. The early learning programs are of the highest standard and align with the National Quality Standard.

Guardian Childcare and Education Queen Street supports families in their child care journey from preparing for your first day to ensuring fussy eaters find food they love. We are proud to be the only childcare centre in Brisbane recognised by the Australian Breastfeeding Association as a Breastfeeding Friendly Early Childhood Education and Care Centre; the Centre is one of only six to have received this recognition in the whole of Queensland.

Children at Guardian Childcare and Education Queen Street are taken on and about regular excursions, creating a strong connection with our local community. Locations include Brisbane River to watch the City Cats, Queen Street Mall, the Botanical Gardens and the local library.

Children at Guardian Childcare and Education Queen Street will also have the chance to see the same familiar faces as they move on up from our nursery room, into our two-year kindergarten program, designed specifically to help prepare your child to transition from early learning to primary school.

As part of our unique Visible Learning Program, families will also have the chance to gain an understanding of their child’s learning. Easily accessible for families, our Learning Exchange Display provides the opportunity for our Teachers and Educators to share with you any updates on their progress every day. You will also have the chance to share with us your own personal goals and visions for us to implement, having direct input in your child’s early years journey!

Each family 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, book a tour at our Exceeding Guardian Childcare and Education Queen Street today!

We are an Exceeding Centre! 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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Meet our Centre Manager

Megha

 “We are known for quality education, engagement, excellent family relationships and celebrating the diversity of our families and educators”

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 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 7:00am 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 Our Centre

Guardian Childcare & Education Queen Street is a bustling early learning centre on Queen Street and Adelaide Street in the Brisbane CBD. We have relationships with many of the local businesses and offices, making our Centre a safe and secure environment for children in working families.

For children aged four and five years, we have a kindergarten program that ties in with childcare to provide all the benefits of long day care while providing your child with the best possible preparation for primary school.

Some of the key benefits of our kindergarten program are:

  • Your child will be developing fundamental skills and knowledge in a learning environment that responds to their needs in a changing world. This means that each child’s unique skills, stage of development, and challenges will be taken into consideration at kindergarten.
  • Our kindergarten and preschool curriculums are based on world-leading research and best-practice teaching and deliver on the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standards (NQS).
  • The program is led by bachelor-degree Teachers and highly experienced educators, meaning you can feel confident that we understand your child, their development, and their learning.

At Guardian Queen Street, we believe that strong connections with the local community are one of the most important aspects of child development. We regularly take the children out on fun and adventurous excursions to the nearby Brisbane River, the Queen Street Mall, The Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, and the local library.

These excursions provide children with the opportunity to interact with the public in a safe and secure setting. Educators help children practice their social skills, build their confidence and develop their independence, ultimately boosting development and providing progress toward key milestones.

Our Centre is conveniently located in the heart of the Brisbane CBD, with plenty of public transport nearby. We can provide the opportunity for families to spend some time with their children on the way to work, dropping them off as they get to the city rather than closer to home. You may also choose to visit your child throughout the day, and we welcome families to drop in and have a chat at lunchtime or at other stages throughout the day.

We make drop-offs and pick-up times a meaningful experience with learning opportunities and the chance to interact with families. These are great times for you to come into the Centre and take a look around the learning environment while exploring the various materials and activities we have for the children.

We’re proud to be a multicultural team, with Educators and Teachers who speak a wide variety of languages other than English. This helps to create a fair and inclusive environment where children feel free and empowered to be themselves and explore their own cultural identities. It also helps children develop an understanding of inclusion and respect for their peers’ differences.

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

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!

Families will have access to our communication app Storypark, allowing us to share important Centre updates, as well as exciting activities or milestones – ensuring that you remain connected, day-to-day.

Guardian Childcare & Education Queen Street boasts a passionate and experienced team of Educators and Teachers who have a passion for early learning. We work to understand each child’s development and to support them in their learning and growth. If our new childcare centre is near you, consider taking a look at how we can provide a great start to life for your child.

If you travel to the Brisbane CBD for work each day, Guardian Queen Street is a safe, inclusive and fun environment for your children to develop and grow in their first few years of life! Book a tour and meet the team today!

Centre Highlights

  • Passionate and qualified Educators who focus on relationships with children and families.
  • Engaging outdoor area with city views, water play, and sandstone play areas where children are encouraged to explore and learn.
  • Included programs such as Joy of Reading, Cooking, Outdoor Learning, Out & About Community Excursions, and Sustainability, with daily learning experiences designed to support your child’s development and growth.
  • On-site Chef who cooks fresh, nutritious meals daily in our fully equipped kitchen.
  • For babies, the Centre provides nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, high-quality formula and bed linen.
  • Extended hours of care each weekday from 7am to 6pm.

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.

Kindergarten/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 QLD Government’s Free Kindy Program. Eligible children who turn four years old by 30 June 2024 in the year before they attend primary school will receive up to 15hrs of free kindergarten a week. 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.

Reviews from Google

4.6
(59)
Rook De M.
Rook De M.
03:27 31 Jul 24
In Brisbane temporarily, so kid went here for 3 months. This was the first time in a toddler room (more kids, less teachers), and it felt busy as teachers were always preoccupied. The kid settled in, though this time more likely to protest at handover, which was probably linked to age (more aware) and time (3 months isn't that long to form a bond). Leaving a 5* as we would have continued if we stayed on in Brisbane.
Giacomo V.
Giacomo V.
06:59 23 May 24
Great childcare centre! It's a very clean centre. I really like the welcoming environment from the reception with Simona and Megha. All the teachers are friendly and dedicated. I highly recommend this centre!
Stephanie W.
Stephanie W.
03:41 19 Apr 24
Amazing daycare.My son has attended since he was 4 months old. I've always felt relaxed and comfortable leaving him with the beautiful staff at the center and assured he was being well cared for and encouraged to play and learn in a safe and clean environment.Guadian Childcare Queen Street is always so warm and welcoming with a real sense of community - you don't just feel like another number - there is genuine care and interest given to each child.Everything is provided by the centre and they keep us all well informed with daily activates and regular updates.A beautiful and thoughtful daycare with the most amazing educators that I would highly recommend.
Tegan B.
Tegan B.
07:41 27 Feb 24
My two sons have attended Guardian Queen St for three years now & adore it! Recently, my eldest son began speech therapy - throughout our appointments our speech therapist has continued to remark at how wonderful it is that this centre is so focused on early reading & literacy. We are so pleased to have our children in an environment with wonderful educators who are so pro active and progressive with their lesson planning and activities.
Lynette W.
Lynette W.
07:35 27 Feb 24
Ella H.
Ella H.
01:41 16 Feb 24
Would definitely recommend this place to any parent looking for childcare. They made returning to work so much easier knowing my little one was being so well looked after. I’ve had nothing but a positive experience sending my child here.
susan J.
susan J.
07:21 29 Jan 24
There are good environments and caring staff,Massive place for nursery babies 👶Orientation day will see every room environment and routine.Play day the manager will introduce room staffs to communicate your child's routine.Good curriculum for each day and season.Pre kindy and kindy teacher all bachelor degree.Manager is consider and professional officer and all educator is friendly.They provide nurturision food for breakfast, Morning tea , lunch afternoon tea,fresh fruit for anytime at front door.I recommend this centre 👌👍
Nav Deep S.
Nav Deep S.
02:03 12 Jan 24
Parveen S.
Parveen S.
16:49 11 Jan 24
So nice staff and very sincere
Peeyush S.
Peeyush S.
15:08 11 Jan 24
Rahil S.
Rahil S.
14:39 11 Jan 24
Akash S.
Akash S.
14:33 11 Jan 24
Saksham N.
Saksham N.
09:50 12 Oct 23
Harsh S.
Harsh S.
07:53 12 Oct 23
Deepanshu S.
Deepanshu S.
07:47 12 Oct 23
Brooke C.
Brooke C.
06:44 07 Sep 23
We love Guardian Queen Street. My daughter has been at the centre for 3 years and now my son also attends. The teachers are so friendly and attentive. The play spaces are large and open so there’s plenty of room for the kids to move and play. The teachers are invested in the children’s learning and the chef makes great meals and snacks for the kids and I know at the end of the day they’ve had nutritious food. Thank you to all our friends at Guardian Queen Street!
Karen W.
Karen W.
03:32 24 Aug 23
My daughter started in the nursery at 480 Queen St a couple of months ago and I couldn't be happier with our experience so far. The staff are all wonderful and my daughter is beaming with a smile the second we walk into reception! The centre itself is beautiful, so much space and everything is so high quality. Love the way the educators truly adore each of the children and care for them as if they are their own. I feel very safe and secure knowing my baby is in the care of the team at 480 Queen St :)
Aparicio D.
Aparicio D.
13:53 13 Aug 23
Jo Van A.
Jo Van A.
08:59 13 Aug 23
Vinay P.
Vinay P.
04:16 13 Aug 23
One of the best facility I have ever seen. Keep up the good work!
Jeremy C.
Jeremy C.
04:05 13 Aug 23
Guardian- Queen St is one of the best centres I've been to. The team is very supportive and helpful.
Gabriella D.
Gabriella D.
04:02 13 Aug 23
The staff is very friendly and caring. The new Centre Manager is very loving and attentive to the families’ needs, always doing her best to make the Centre more and more welcoming every day.
Bethany van H.
Bethany van H.
08:37 12 Aug 23
Our son has now been at Guardian Queen Street for 1.5 years and we could not ask for a better place to be part of our village.Even though he often has a hard time at drop off I never worry about him during the day.It's incredible for us that we only have to worry about sending him with spare clothes and a water bottle. Guardian provide all food, nappies, hats, sunscreen. The menus are incredible and the in house chef and kitchen is located so that the toddler room can watch all the action.I've heard from other parents that moving rooms can be difficult on children because they don't get to see their beloved educators anymore. It's wonderful that the centre often combines children at the beginning or end of the day so they still get to see their previous educators.Guardian uses the KindyNow app which is invaluable. I can use the app to advise of absences but even better, I can use the app to book a casual day. Say your child doesn't normally attend on Mondays but then Sunday at 11pm you put your back out and need to rest the next day, rather than run after a toddler, you can use the app to book them in for Monday if there is a space.The Storypark app is used to give a summary at the end of the day about the events of the day, with photos included. It's wonderful and so nice to be able to build upon learnings and themes and chat with the children about their day, especially when communication is still developing.Being on the 5th floor might seem odd at first of you've only ever seen suburban daycares but the children love being able to watch the Brisbane river, construction projects and passing vehicles. They have multiple sandpits and water play areas. And equipment for big motor skill play like balance beams and jumping off platforms into large pillows.It's never a problem that I drop him off at odd times and whenever I do, the children are happy and having the best fun.Some of the many, many activities they have put together include: examining insect specimens in resin, making fruit smoothies with leftover fruit salad, sink and float experiments, making family trees, dance parties, lots of arts and crafts and incorporating other learning such as letter recognition into these activites. There is also lots of time and space for free play.I truly wish I could attend and play too!
Jamii B.
Jamii B.
10:28 11 Aug 23
Ashish P.
Ashish P.
10:27 11 Aug 23
Joanna P.
Joanna P.
09:31 11 Aug 23
Wonderful centre with high quality care and teaching.
Tamara P.
Tamara P.
08:31 11 Aug 23
Our daughter has been attending this amazing centre since November 2020. There are not enough words to express how much we truly love Guardian Queen Street.The service manager/director, Megha has transformed the service in an indescribable way, as soon as you enter level 5 & the lift doors open, you are able to see that the education and care of our children begins before they enter the service itself! The centre is always clean and there is calming music as well as a diffuser which is switched on in the office/foyer which makes the transition from home to the service a relaxing experience.The service is well resourced, this has obviously made it easy for the development of children to occur naturally and holistically.Something that we particularly love about this exceptional service is the dedication, commitment and quality of educators. Ariel, Joanna, Manpreet, Aries, Naing (to name a few) have impacted our lives in the most positive way & for that, we are eternally grateful. Story Park posts are informative and helpful and most importantly, updated daily.The food at the service is made by professional chef Aleksey who ensures that the children are not only exposed to a wide variety of international dishes, but that they are also consuming healthy foods. My daughter always has seconds of everything!The only negative thing about Queen Street Guardian, is that your child will eventually have to leave (when they go toschool!).If you are looking for the most amazing, loving and beautiful service- LOOK NO FURTHER!!!
SIMONA V.
SIMONA V.
04:52 10 Aug 23
Great Centre to be! The center is high quality on every levels.. Resources, set ups, educators, teachers and environment. I absolutely love the happy, kind and lovely atmosphere you find as soon as you walk in. Happy children, families and workers. The rainforest is literally the jewellery of this centre.. Don't miss out 😉
Manpreet B.
Manpreet B.
05:13 04 Aug 23
Fantastic center with an awesome view of Brisbane city which children enjoy.
张永红
张永红
10:16 01 Aug 23
I believe a good center must have a good manager, I am right, the manager who is working at queen Street is working so hard and so responsibility to every children, staffs and parents. Queen Street is a good center really!
Meena P.
Meena P.
10:16 01 Aug 23
Possitive environment. Caring and welcoming staff and love working with .I love Megha. She has a good heart and always big smile. Thank you for everything you do for team and centre. ❤️
Rahul M.
Rahul M.
00:02 02 May 23
Michelle H.
Michelle H.
00:53 18 Apr 23
Nik P.
Nik P.
09:03 17 Apr 23
Avneet K.
Avneet K.
22:39 31 Mar 23
Amazing staff and a good system for children would recommend.
Megha M.
Megha M.
22:39 31 Mar 23
Blaire R.
Blaire R.
03:08 16 Mar 23
Our daughter attends Queen St in the nursery space and it has been such a wonderful experience for us.The educators are caring, compassionate, kind and take such good care of our baby girl. The curriculum is well planned and thorough. Our daughter is becoming such a social and confident butterfly, it’s been beautiful watching her grow since she started her early childcare journey with Guardian.Welcoming spaces, inclusive, diversity, collaboration, consistent communication and genuine care for children 💜
Cara C.
Cara C.
01:45 09 Nov 21
From the very beginning, the educators have been like a second family to Sophie - she still loves to go and play with her educators from Ruby (from her baby months) including Margie, Eileen, and Joan, because of the strong bonds formed then. In Opal green, she just loves her new educators Lauren, Ivy and Trojan. There are many others who greet her each day. Sophie enjoys going to Guardian each day and we are thrilled with her development while being at Guardian.
Karla B.
Karla B.
04:32 16 Jun 20
Michelle, Emma and their team are absolutely amazing. They are always accommodating and put the children and families first. Our little one really came out of her shell by being here and we are so grateful! The centre itself is fantastic and the activities the children do from day 1 make such a difference to their development. Can’t sing their praises enough!
Andreas W.
Andreas W.
09:26 06 Apr 20
It is a fantastic place. Awesome educators, great management, perfect location - we could not imagine a better childcare.
Caroline F.
Caroline F.
09:17 02 Dec 19
Wonderful caring , beautiful natured staff
E H
E H
08:57 01 Nov 19
We have been attending the centre for just over 2 years now. The educators and centre manager could not be more nurturing and caring towards my daughter and our family. I could not be happier, could not recommend guardian queen street enough!
Killian J
Killian J
11:52 09 Oct 19
Fantastic centre with really caring and helpful staff. Breanna has been attending the centre for just over two years now and is loving her experience. The centre offers engaging learning experiences, regular excursions and an amazing menu. Couldn’t have asked for a better centre!
Aaron L.
Aaron L.
22:57 26 Aug 19
E M
E M
08:11 07 Aug 19
Angie W.
Angie W.
02:04 07 Aug 19
My Child attended this centre and the care and love from the staff was fantastic! They were so supportive of our needs and Tyler was always happy to run off to Miss Emily each morning. Thank you so much Queen Street, we will be back with baby number two!
vivek P.
vivek P.
09:01 16 May 19
Erica A.
Erica A.
23:38 08 May 19
Rebecca N.
Rebecca N.
11:28 17 Jan 19
Guardian has been an exceptional experience for my oldest son who has been with the centre for over 2 years. We specifically sought out a centre that demonstrated the core values of a Reggio Emelia approach to early childhood learning and this has been so valuable in our son's development. The children are encouraged to explore their interests and curiosity in a warm and supportive environment. Hugs are always on offer for those tough moments and the educators knew my child's personality inside out. Communication through Storypark has been wonderful and the Kindy educator - Shayne - is a truly gifted teacher.Thank you to all the staff at Guardian Queen Street for giving our boy a great start to life.
licia M.
licia M.
01:39 30 Jul 18
I cannot rave enough about the Queen Street Guardian! I was nervous about starting my almost 2YO daughter as she had not been in any formal day care prior to attending. The facilities are amazing! The carers are so attentive and my LO just loves going. I'm been so impressed with how well they have got to know my daughter in the time she's been there. A great find!
Linda
Linda
02:53 16 Nov 17
We couldn't be happier with Guardian - Queen Street. Contrary to previous reviews, we have had such a positive experience. We find the staff not only super friendly but very attentive to our son. The centre itself is only about a year old and they constantly change the environment to engage the children. They are always posting summaries of the daily activities on Storypark and they're always different and things I wouldn't think of at home. I get a genuine sense that the staff really care about our son and that's a comforting feeling.
K
K
02:06 23 Jul 17
mahsa M.
mahsa M.
02:34 16 Aug 22
generally happy and satisfied with everything, it is only very expensive
Narisa Z.
Narisa Z.
01:55 29 Mar 18
Our daughter is attending the childcare since 2 weeks.We had a very good experience up till now.The staff is very friendly and the educators pay attention to our daughter. It is so satisfying watching our daughter playing happily with other kids (on storypark).Thank you all for your efforts.We hope that this continues and our daughter enjoys even more going forward.
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