Guardian Childcare & Education Burdell East

  • Keeping children safe always comes first. All of our team are committed to uphold the highest standards of child safety. Read our approach here
  • Proud winner of the GOLD Family Choice Award 2025. As determined by our existing families rating their experience of our Centre via Family Satisfaction Survey and independent Google Reviews. Click here for more detail
  • Burdell East has seven beautiful, age-specific studios, with a dedicated sleep room attached to the nursery for naps.
  • Discover our centre that feels like home and where each day is exciting, from our nurturing nursery to our leading 2 year Kindergarten program. Your child deserves the best.

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

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HOURS

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

ADDRESS

31 Burdell Drive Burdell , QLD, 4818

SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS

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

Welcome to our Centre

When your child joins us at Guardian Burdell East, you become part of our family. Our culturally inclusive early learning centre celebrates your child’s growth at every step and offers the highest quality of safety, care and education from our nursery through to our government-funded Flying Start to School kindergarten program.

What makes our Burdell East childcare special?

• Our seven beautiful, age-specific learning studios are filled with quality, age-appropriate resources that engage and inspire.
• Children can explore our spacious outdoor environment, designed for safe and secure play-based learning experiences.
• An amazing team that gets to know each child’s needs with our personalised To BE Me learning milestones program.

Families quickly discover a welcoming community with a shared commitment to every child’s wellbeing and safety. We’re proud of our daycare centre – your child will never want to leave! Join the leading childcare provider in the area!

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Meet our Centre Manager Katie and team

"Your child will be in the best hands with us, and our centre will soon become their second home."

Daily Fees

Value for quality care. See our daily fees and your CCS-reduced cost

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Our Flying Start to School program provides a specialised 2-year curriculum for children aged 3 to 5. Our unique program has two stages - Becoming Me for 3 year olds and Being Me for 4 year olds. Using developmental milestones and continuous monitoring of your child's progress, this program is designed to make sure your child gets a flying start to school. Read more HERE

Flying start to school
Receive 15 hours a week of free Kinder Subsidy in QLD

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

Reviews from Google

4.8
(17)
outsideview P.
outsideview P.
04:26 12 Apr 25
Good location, my child always enjoys his day at the centre and the ladies that work there. Have always had good communication and feedback.
Paige C.
Paige C.
04:04 22 Mar 25
Our eldest daughter has just left the centre to start school and our second daughter has begun her journey this year. My kids have always been happy here to go and all the staff are very friendly and helpful in caring for our kids. I would and do recommend the centre to anyone asking.
Christie B.
Christie B.
02:43 21 May 24
Great quality care, amazing staff, feels so safe.
Courtney-Lisa D.
Courtney-Lisa D.
21:57 06 Mar 24
Our favourite place
Jessica R.
Jessica R.
23:38 19 Sep 23
Amazing learning environment and staff are friendly and accommodating
Vanessa S.
Vanessa S.
08:39 13 Aug 22
The staff are all wonderful, they nurture and encourage our little girl like one of their own! She has loved every day at Petit, and has made some beautiful hopefully life long friendships which we will cherish. Thank you Petit ❤️
Natasha C.
Natasha C.
20:46 04 Jul 22
Angila W.
Angila W.
22:51 29 Jun 22
Amanda T.
Amanda T.
22:38 08 Jun 22
Emily R.
Emily R.
23:12 31 Oct 21
Richard G.
Richard G.
09:21 15 Aug 21
Excellent staff and facilities, kids love going everyday. Is a wait list to get your child in.
Mersey W.
Mersey W.
23:02 27 Feb 21
As first time parents we were nervous to put our son into Daycare part-time while we went back to work. The staff at Petit immediately put our minds at ease. Everyone was so friendly and caring towards our son, and the communication between staff and parents is amazing. I always leave the centre with a full run-down of my sons day, and I don’t feel like I need to call up during the day to check on him - I know he’s being well looked after. We cannot thank the staff at Petit for making our Daycare transition a smooth one.
Karm J.
Karm J.
23:50 19 Oct 20
Jamie-lee W.
Jamie-lee W.
00:26 08 Jul 20
Best childcare we have ever been at. Our children love the beautiful facilities and friendly teachers. Education programs are amazing and we receive so much feedback and communication about our children. We feel so happy and cared for here and would highly recommend it for you little one
Jucial May J.
Jucial May J.
09:40 27 Oct 19
Petit is one of the best child care I have ever been with. The staff are wonderful and approachable and I am confident that my child is in good environment.
Rebecca L.
Rebecca L.
10:08 22 Apr 19
We love the centre & educators at Petit. Couldn’t have asked for a better daycare service!
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Rhythm of the Day

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

Morning

Our friendly Nursery team of familiar educators will be there to greet you and support your baby to settle in for the day.  Breakfast time is available & families are welcome to stay and enjoy with the children. This is also a great chance for conversation to share what is important and how your baby’s night at home was.

Mid-Morning

Our nursery learning environments are set up indoors and outdoors for your baby to engage with a variety of planned experiences while they interact with our team such as exploring picture books, singing songs together. We also offer morning tea.

Middle of the Day

Dependent on the needs of every baby, we time lunch to suit the children. Team members will support your child to eat and/or have a bottle, and when they are ready, are gently settled for sleep or rest. With an open-door policy, families can enjoy lunch/bottle time with your baby if you wish.

Mid-Afternoon

Our nursery planned experiences (both indoor and outdoor) continue and there are opportunities for movement, playing games, more books and songs, or sensory exploration. Afternoon snack is provided.

End of Day

We’ll have your baby’s belongings ready for you at pick up time. The Nursery team will share information about your baby’s day and their learning, preparing you and your child for a smooth transition to your evening. Please grab a piece of fruit or snack on the way out!

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

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.

Read more here

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) $150.73 $64.81 $36.18
Toddler (2–3) $150.73 $64.81 $36.18
Kinder (3–5) $150.73 $64.81 $36.18

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 should I bring, and what do you provide?

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

Who are the team that will be looking after my child?

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Katie and team

Our Centre team, led by our experienced Centre Manager Katie, prides themselves on creating a great sense of community for all families.

Each role in the Centre is designed to work together to help create a nurturing environment for every child in each of our learning spaces.

In our Nursery Room, the dedicated team has a special role in creating secure attachments, routines, and strong relationships. Unique to Guardian nurseries is our Baby Ambassador, who is your go-to person for you and your baby’s first 12 months with us. They will know every detail about your baby: how breast or bottle milk is managed, how they like to eat, their sleeping routines, the nappies they wear, and more. With babies as young as six weeks in the Centre, it’s the Baby Ambassador’s job to work with families and Educators to help make our Nursery feel just like home.

Our Educators across the age groups work together to create fun, stimulating, and age-appropriate experiences for every child in their care. They are dedicated, experienced professionals who are allocated to a specific room so they can get to know each child individually and support their learning and development.

As part of our 2-year Flying Start to School program, we have degree-qualified Teachers who use the latest teaching practices to help your child build essential practical and social skills, ensuring they’re ready for their next big adventure—school!

Each room has a Lead Educator or Teacher who is responsible for planning and implementing an effective ongoing cycle of planning, documentation, and evaluation of the room’s learning program.

At the core of the Centre is our Cook—make sure you check out their daily menu when you visit. They help make food part of the learning journey and love seeing how children respond to new and exciting flavours.

The team is supported by a strong Leadership Team, including an Assistant Centre Manager and an Educational Leader.

Every role at the Centre is as important as the next.

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.

What are the main features of this Centre

  • Burdell East has seven beautiful learning studios. Each are grouped by age, and there is a separate sleep room attached to the nursery. Each room has quality educational resources for fun, engaging play-based learning experiences. Every child is supported in their growth and development, so they can build a lifelong love of learning.
  • Fresh, nutritious meals and snacks with the best seasonal ingredients, prepared on-site by our very own Chef
  • Nappies, wipes, linen, sunscreen, hats and all snacks and meals
  • To further enrich your child’s early learning journey, we offer age-appropriate incursions and excursions throughout the year including Future Champs, Yoganastics and Messy Monsters.

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 2025 can receive up to 15hrs of free kindergarten a week 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.

STEM

Children discover the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through age-appropriate activities that are designed to foster curiosity and develop foundational skills like problem-solving and creativity.

Cooking

Cooking experiences teach numeracy by counting ingredients, and weighing and measuring quantities and volume, while managing these tasks supports independence and confidence.

Ella Language

Learning languages through Early Learning Languages Australia (ELLA) supports brain development and social skills and creates opportunities to celebrate cultural diversity.

Joy of Reading

Reading aloud to children each day inspires imagination and supports thinking. Books with rhythm, rhyme and word patterns make stories more playful and memorable.

Sustainability

From growing veggies and foraging in the garden for that day’s meal ingredients to learning about recycling, children learn about being part of a community, connecting to their environment and understanding their impact on the world.

What our families say about the centre

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