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Guardian Childcare Manly West

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Brand New Centre - Open Now!

  • Safety always comes first at Guardian Childcare. Every member of the team is fully committed to upholding our child safety approach, ensuring a safe environment for all children.
  • Our brand-new centre in Lota offers expansive outdoor areas with bike track, sandpit, climbing zones and room for children to play and explore.
  • With five spacious indoor learning spaces across two levels, we also offer a range of extracurricular activities such as sports, music, and language classes to help broaden children's interests and talents. 
  • Our centre feels like home, where each day is exciting, from our nursery to our leading 2-year kindergarten program.

215 Whites Road Lota, Brisbane, QLD, 4179

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

Limited Spaces Available

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Premium Manly West Childcare Centre

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Meet our Centre Manager Amy and team

"Seeing a child achieve their goals, big or small, is incredibly rewarding, and we love celebrating these milestones with our young learners."

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At Guardian Manly West, your family is at the heart of all we do. Our daycare centre offers a nurturing environment and high-quality education for the communities of Lota, Manly, Manly West, Wynnum, Thorneside, Birkdale, and Chandler.

From our nursery through to our government-funded Flying Start to School long daycare kindergarten program, we provide a place where your child’s learning and growth are celebrated.

The families of Lota and surrounding suburbs choose our centre because of our inspiring indoor spaces, filled with quality, age-appropriate resources, and our personalised, sector-leading To BE Me learning milestones program.

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We Care More. The Guardian Difference.

A new era in early learning.

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Premium Learning Spaces

Inspiring environments for curious minds.

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Where care meets peace of mind.

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Building lifelong healthy habits with every bite.

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2 year Preschool / Kinder program for school readiness.

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Partnership with families & community

Stay connected, every step of the way.

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What Learning Looks Like at Different Ages

Babies 0-2
Toddler 2-3
Preschool/Kindergarten 3-5
To Be Me

A new era in early learning. To BE Me is our exclusive learning program designed for each age & stage of a child’s first years, tailored to their age, interests & strengths. Their pathway is personalised, with every milestone captured to makes the link between play & learning clear & memorable.

Babies Toddlers Kindergarten

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Jasmine H.
I am so grateful for this incredible centre! The staff are unmatched in their care and interest in the children. They have created such a fulfilling environment for each child to explore and learn, plenty of time and space for individual play aswell as stimulating educational programs (we love the happy feet program on Fridays). My little one has thrived ever since starting and has hit milestones faster than I ever expected. Cannot recommend them enough!!!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jasmine, for your beautiful feedback. It’s so rewarding to hear how positively your experience has been and how much your little one has thrived since starting. Our team is deeply committed to creating a nurturing environment where children feel supported, curious, and confident, so it’s wonderful to know this has supported your child’s development and milestones. We’re also delighted that the learning experiences, including Happy Feet on Fridays, have been such a highlight. Thank you for your kind recommendation and for trusting us with your child’s learning journey.
Tamika L.
Guardian was a game-changer for my child's development. They have catered to any and all needs we've had and helped us so much along the way.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Tamika! We’re so pleased to hear our centre has been a game-changer for your child’s development. It’s wonderful that the team has been able to cater to your needs and support you along the way. Your feedback means so much—thank you for sharing!
Tiffany F.
After transferring from another daycare in April the experience my family have had has been nothing short of amazing!! From the second you arrive you are always greeted with a friendly smile and a welcoming feeling!!! The educators always go above and beyond for the kids ensuring they are getting the most out of each day!!! My son is thriving and seeing this first hand makes me realise I have made the best decision for his future!!!
Response from the owner:We’re so happy to hear this, Tiffany! It’s wonderful that your transition in April was such a positive experience. Knowing you feel welcomed from the moment you arrive and that our educators go above and beyond for the children means the world to us. Seeing your son thrive and knowing you feel confident about his future is exactly what we strive for—thank you for sharing!
Ciara
My child started at the centre 2 months ago after we moved to the area. The team took the time to ensure he settled well by getting to know him as an individual. The staff are very friendly and provide nice updates at pick-up. The management are very approachable and helpful. My child is advancing well through the thoughtful development activities. The centre is always well organised and clean and I am also very pleased with the nutrious food options. The menu is full of variety. Thanks to the team and well done on a fab centre.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ciara, for sharing such a thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear your child has settled so well after your move, and our thoughtful approach in getting to know your little one supported this so well, that personal connection is something we value deeply. Your kind words about the friendly educators, approachable management, and the regular updates at pick-up mean so much to us. It’s wonderful to know you appreciate the thoughtful developmental activities, clean, organised environment and the nutritious, varied menu—we work hard to ensure every child feels safe, supported, and well cared for. Thank you for your trust and for recognising the effort that goes into creating a welcoming and enriching space for families. We're so glad you are part of our community!
Samuel N.
Guardian Manly West is an absolutely amazing Childcare Centre, with a dedicated group of Educators and Staff. They do an incredible job to provide a great experience for both kids and parents. From the moment you walk into the centre you are greeted by friendly staff, the centre is clean and presents very well and the educators go above and beyond to aid in your child’s development. We are so grateful to have such a great childcare centre nearby and would recommend to anyone.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much Samuel for taking the time to share this lovely feedback. It truly means a lot to us here at the centre. We absolutely love welcoming our families to the centre each day and it makes us so happy to know you feel that warm greeting, clean environment and genuine support from our educators. Our team work with passion and intention to support each child’s development and it’s wonderful to see this recognised. We are grateful to be part of your family’s early learning journey and we truly appreciate your recommendation.
Natalie D.
I cannot speak highly enough of this incredible team. Amy, Kate and Aine have done an outstanding job in opening a brand-new centre and creating an environment where best practice and the wellbeing of our precious children are always the top priorities.

Over the last 7 months, both of our daughters have absolutely flourished at Guardian Manly West. They are confident, capable learners who love coming each day and are developing such a strong sense of belonging.

Our youngest daughter has multiple allergies, and the care and attention given to her needs have been exceptional. I’m consistently consulted about her dietary requirements to ensure that she is safe, included and supported every day.

Thank you Amy, Kate, Aine and the incredible educators who make Guardian Manly West such a wonderful learning environment.
Response from the owner:Good day Natalie, thank you so much for your beautiful words! It means a lot to our entire team to know the care, dedication, and love we put into our centre leaves a long lasting positive impact. Amy, Kate, Aine, and all our educators are so proud to support your daughters’ growth and learning each day. We’re especially glad to hear you feel supported with your youngest’s allergy needs, it’s so important to us that every child feels safe, secure & supported each day.
Rebecca M.
We’ve had such a wonderful experience at Guardian Childcare Manly West. The educators are incredibly caring and take real interest in our children’s learning and development.
A big thank you to Miss Grace and Miss Bree, who have built such strong, positive relationships with our kis. They always go above and beyond to make them feel valued and supported.
The centre is beautifully managed by Miss Kate and Miss Amy, whose leadership creates a calm, well-run, and welcoming environment. We’re so grateful to have found a centre where our children feel happy, safe, and inspired to learn.
Response from the owner:Hi Rebecca! Thanks so much for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear your family feels supported and at home within our centre. Miss Grace, Miss Bree, Miss Kate, and Miss Amy will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We're so glad to be part of your children's early learning journey! 💛
Ben C.
We have had the most incredible experience at Guardian Manly West and cannot recommend them enough. Nothing is ever to much effort and they have always tried to accommodate any requests that we have had. Our daughter absolutely loves her days at day care and the educators are both personable as well as professional.
Response from the owner:Ben, we’re so grateful for your kind words and thrilled to hear about your incredible experience at our centre! Our team is dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging environment, and it’s wonderful to know that your daughter loves her days with us. Thank you for highlighting our educators’ care and professionalism, it truly means a lot. We’re always here to support your family and appreciate your trust and recommendation!
Gemma S.
Guardian Manly West are an amazing centre, from the minute we walk in we are always greeted with a warm welcome by the management team. My children (Junior Kindy and Kindy) always have a great day and have built lovely connections with the educators, including the float and casual educators!
Response from the owner:Thank you Gemma for your review! It truly makes our day to hear that you and your little ones feel so welcomed and happy at our centre. We love seeing those smiling faces walk through the door each morning! It’s wonderful to know your children are building such lovely bonds with our educators—including our amazing float and casual team. We’re so lucky to be part of their early learning journey and can’t wait to share many more fun and meaningful moments together!
Jacqueline Q.
We’ve been very pleased with Guardian Manly West since day one. For a brand-new centre, the team has done an incredible job keeping parents informed and helping all the kids settle into the new space and routine.

The educators are supportive, experienced, always open to feedback and quick to offer support and solutions. The lovely management team - Amy, Kate & Aine - are always learning and thinking of ways to create the best experience for the kids and their families. Photo updates are lovely (which they definitely do!), but knowing educators are fully present with our child is even better!

You can genuinely feel how much all the educators care about the kids—from thoughtful touches like a low-set desk that invites child-staff interaction to the warm, welcoming environment overall. Our daughter particularly loves the kitchen window where she can wave to the chef every morning upon drop off!

GCE Manly West are doing a brilliant job and we’re proud to be part of their thriving community - Highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Wow—thank you Jacqueline for this amazing review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear how happy you’ve been with Guardian Manly West from the very start. It’s so heartwarming to know that you’ve felt supported and informed, and that your little one is settling in so well. Our educators and leadership team (Amy, Kate & Aine will be smiling reading this!) are so passionate about creating a space where children feel safe, engaged, and genuinely cared for—so your words really mean a lot. We especially loved the part about the kitchen window—what a sweet morning ritual! It’s those little moments that make our community feel like family. Thank you again for your kind words and for being such a wonderful part of our Guardian family. We’re so glad to have you with us!
Brianna H.
Both my children have been attending Guardian Manly West since the centre’s opening and we couldn’t be happier with our decision to send both our kids here. Both Amy and Kate are wonderful managers of the centre and my experience is that the educators go above and beyond with the children and their wellbeing.
Response from the owner:Thank you! We’re so happy to hear that both your children are thriving at our centre. Amy, Kate, and our amazing team of educators put so much love and care into everything they do, and it’s wonderful to know that it’s making a difference for your family. We feel so lucky to be part of your children’s early years and truly appreciate your kind words and continued support. Looking forward to many more happy memories together!
Jess S.
We’ve had such a positive experience at Guardian Manly West. Both our children, one in the nursery and one in the kindergarten room, are thriving. The educators are warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in the children’s development. The curriculum is engaging and thoughtful, and it’s been amazing to watch our kids grow in confidence and learning. We always feel supported at both drop-off and pick-up, with clear communication and a friendly, welcoming environment. Highly recommend this centre to any family looking for a nurturing and professional early learning experience!
Response from the owner:Jess, we truly appreciate your lovely feedback and are so pleased to hear how well both your children are settling in and flourishing at our centre. It means the world to us to know that you feel supported and welcomed, and that our educators are making a positive impact on your family’s early learning journey. We’re passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment where every child can grow in confidence and curiosity, so your feedback truly reaffirms the work we do every day. Thank you again for your recommendation—it’s families like yours that make our community so special!
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Rhythm of the Day

We know children and families like routine, so you will always receive a warm welcome each morning and an invitation to stay for breakfast. At the end of the day, a smooth transition is assured with your child’s belongings ready for you after a day that fulfils your child's interests and curiosity. In between, the day is filled with new and exciting experiences to engage young minds as part of their early childhood education. Here’s a glimpse of what a day of play-based learning at our childcare centre often looks like.

Morning

Breakfast time provides a great chance for you to share what is important and how your baby’s night at home was.

Mid-Morning

Your baby will enjoy engaging in both our indoor and outdoor nursery environments with planned experiences like songs and story time, followed by morning tea.

Middle of the Day

Your baby’s lunch times will suit their needs, and with our open-door policy, families are welcome to enjoy lunch/bottle time with your baby. When your baby is ready, they are gently settled for sleep and rest.

Mid-Afternoon

Our planned indoor and outdoor nursery experiences continue with the chance for movement, games and more books and songs, with an afternoon snack provided.

End of Day

The Nursery team are eager to share information about your baby’s day and their learning, preparing you and your baby for a smooth transition to your evening.

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Frequently asked questions

What we do to keep children safe

Create Safe Spaces & Practices

  • Nappy change areas are designed to have visibility windows and are set up for maximum supervision
  • Our policies also cater for team members being in sight or sound of another team member at all times.
  • Safety embedded in daily programs – by conducting daily checklists, comprehensive risk assessments, and more
  • personal phones or devices are not allowed in learning spaces.

Safe People Who Follow Safe Policies

  • Working With Children Checks for all team members. Automatic alerts if a WWCC is revoked and team member not eligible for shifts
  • Rigorous reference checks – must provide previous line managers for their past roles
  • Annual compulsory Suitability Declarations to confirm ongoing fitness to work with children
  • Mandatory reporting and speaking up – report concerns immediately and all concerns will be investigated fully
  • Ongoing mandatory training in child safety, including annual refreshers and leadership-specific modules

Controlling Access to our Centres

  • Multiple levels of security in all centres
  • All visitors must sign in and present photo ID before entry
  • All tradespeople must provide a WWCC & complete Guardian-specific induction.

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Daily Fee Information

Daily Rates

Our daily rates are all inclusive and have no additional charges for incursions / excursions or any of our learning programs. The rates shown are an estimate based on using Childcare Subsidy (CCS) subsidised hours. The CCS helps lower your out-of-pocket costs, with subsidy rates dependant on your individual family eligibility levels.

What You Might Pay After CCS
Age of Room Daily Rate 60% Subsidy 80% Subsidy
Nursery (0–2) $176.09 $76.02 $42.66
Toddler (2–3) $175.05 $75.27 $42.01
Kinder (3–5) $171.93 $73.93 $41.26

The Queensland Government offers funding to provide families up to 15 hours of free kindergarten a week. The funding off sets the fees for children who turn four years old by 30 June in the year before they attend primary school. 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.

What do you provide?

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

How will you share updates about my child’s day?

Great communication is vital in our collaborative partnerships with families at the Centre. We have a variety of different ways we communicate with you about your child’s learning and progress:


  1. Storypark app - Stay connected to your child's day with regular updates, including photos and learning insights

  2. Pick-up and drop-off updates – Our Educators will share highlights from their day, including experiences they enjoyed, mealtimes, and naps to support your evening routine.

  3. In-room learning exchange displays make our weekly learning plans easy to see so you know what your child will be learning.

  4. Centre Newsletters – Great for community connection and wider Centre and team updates.

  5. Development documentation and meetings for your individual child’s progress.


But remember our door is always open.

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 Program
Flying start to school

Our Flying Start to School kindergarten 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 QLD Government’s Free Kindy Program. Eligible children who turn four years old by 30 June can receive up to 15hrs of free kindergarten a week (40 weeks per year) to reduce your out-of-pocket fees. 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.

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.

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