Guardian Childcare & Education Springfield Lakes

  • 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 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
  • Diverse offering of incursions and excursions with French lessons through the Ella program, weekly tennis lessons and nature walks. Strong community engagement and a Baby Ambassador onsite.
  • Meet our dedicated team and discover how we lead the way in your child’s development, where keeping you connected with regular communication about their progress as a top priority.

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

38 Springfield Lakes Boulevard Springfield Lakes, QLD, 4300

SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS

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

Welcome to our Centre

At Guardian Springfield Lakes, we’ve built a strong community on the edge of the lake. Our early learning centre provides a nurturing environment for your child’s growth, from our nursery rooms through to our government-funded Flying Start to School kindergarten program.

What makes our Springfield Lakes childcare special?

• Five purpose-built indoor spaces filled with quality, age-appropriate resources that engage and inspire learning.
• Two architecturally-designed outdoor areas with a sandpit, bike track, and veggie garden, plus exciting nature walks and tennis lessons.
• An amazing team that gets to know each child’s needs with our personalised To BE Me learning milestones program.

We are proud of our welcoming daycare, where your child’s safety and wellbeing is our priority. We partner with families to create a place where children feel they belong and can build confidence in their learning journey.

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Meet our Centre Manager Jemma and team

“At Springfield Lakes we pride ourselves in supporting and nurturing all children in their early learning years."

Daily Fees

Value for quality care. See our daily fee 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

4.6
(28)
Hayley P
Hayley P
22:26 30 Jun 25
Receiving the feedback after my child's transition to prep at the parent teacher interviews really cemented the amazing job the team here had done in preparing my son for school. He went to school confident and ready to learn. My younger son also attends here and I am constantly impressed how well the team know my child and make sure he is safe, having fun and learning. Thanks team!
Tiffany H.
Tiffany H.
04:25 28 Jun 25
Could not rate the care for my child here any better thank you for all the educators that give their all in this workplace
Kate P.
Kate P.
06:20 24 Jun 25
We’ve attended the centre for 3 years. The centre leadership and team truly care. Both my children have the most incredible relationships with their educators, the communication is excellent and the program offered is so considered. I love seeing their daily activities including their nature walks! My child was diagnosed with a food allergy during our time here and the team have been very supportive and accommodating. We are very lucky to be part of such a great community!
steve P.
steve P.
03:07 21 Mar 25
I cannot say enough wonderful things about this daycare! My son, who is now 4 years old, has been attending for the past 3 years, and it has been an amazing experience for both of us. Every morning, he eagerly looks forward to going, which speaks volumes about how much he loves his time there. The educators are incredibly warm, friendly, and dedicated, creating a nurturing environment where the kids feel safe, loved, and excited to learn.The facility itself is fantastic — clean, spacious, and thoughtfully designed to engage the kids in a variety of activities. I also love that they provide delicious, healthy meals, ensuring my son is fueled with the best food throughout the day. It truly feels like a second home for him, and I am so grateful for the positive impact it's had on his growth and development. If you're looking for a daycare that combines care, education, and fun, this is absolutely the place!
Madeleine R.
Madeleine R.
08:08 21 Jan 25
We’ve experienced two different daycares, including a family daycare, and one thing we’ve learned is how important it is to find a care environment that suits your child’s temperament. For us, Guardian has been absolutely amazing for our child.I can send my daughter there with complete peace of mind, trusting that she’s in the hands of caring and capable educators who genuinely understand and support her needs.One of the most heartwarming aspects has been seeing my child make great friendships, which I feel is a true reflection of the quality of care provided. My child genuinely enjoys going and is always excited to start her day there - another big indicator of how well she's thriving.There is also a peaceful sense throughout the centre, and all the full-time staff are incredibly caring. My child has attended since the nursery stage and, being slow to warm, drop-offs can sometimes be tricky. However, the educators are always patient and stay with my child until she feels settled. I’ve even received photos showing her sitting with an educator until she feels comfortable venturing off on her own. This reflects the type of tailored care they provide - ensuring my child isn’t prematurely pushed into situations that might distress her but is instead supported at her own pace.Another standout aspect is that I never feel like just a number at the centre. The educators and centre manager, truly care about the families.The administration team is equally impressive. Their communication is timely, proactive, and clear, which makes a huge difference for busy parents. It’s such a relief to know we’re always in the loop and that any concerns or updates are handled efficiently.Guardian has exceeded my expectations in every way, and I couldn’t be happier with the care and support we’ve received. Highly recommend!Edit:I understand that no centre is perfect, but the culture at Guardian is something that has been a non-negotiable for our family. While I’ve heard that some centres are more or less the same, we have found that the previous centre was quite condemning in their approach, was quick to correct and didn't approach mistakes with grace (and let's face it, kids are going to make mistakes). I have found the general culture at Guardian to be one of respect and empowerment, which is incredibly important to us in how we want to raise our daughter.
Charito Olivares S.
Charito Olivares S.
20:13 28 May 24
Good environment. Centre Manager is friendly, organised, supportive and helpful. Educators are happy and always keen to help and provide good care to children.
ANU J.
ANU J.
04:52 28 May 24
Jaime L.
Jaime L.
01:49 28 May 24
Great, friendly staff. Only childcare I've known to provide swap days on a public holiday. Great value!
Emily D.
Emily D.
02:57 14 May 24
My son is happy and healthy here. The educators are kind and compassionate and fill his days with fun and have the right mixture of play and learning, exploring his interests. Communication is good I like the app where I get photos and updates about his day from time to time.
N F
N F
00:21 20 Feb 24
A very well run centre with fantastic staff. You can tell that every single person there really cares. They're very engaged and the communication level is great.
Michael L.
Michael L.
10:22 18 Feb 24
Angie D.
Angie D.
04:36 01 Jan 24
My daughter loves going to the centre on her scheduled days. She has made so many friends and there are always lots of different activities planned throughout the day to keep her busy and active. All the staff and educators are so lovely and we are so happy with her progress
Jemma C.
Jemma C.
02:52 17 Oct 23
Amazing supportive Educators and Kindy teacher. Friendly and professional centre leadership team. High quality learning and engaging environments for children. My son loves the lake walks and tennis coaching they provide for the Kindy class.
Saph S.
Saph S.
02:07 21 Jun 23
After visiting a number of Childcare centres in the area, I knew as soon as I walked in this was the one. Staff are super friendly, management keeps you informed and the nursery rooms are clean. Educators are always willing to provide an update about my daughters day and if there is an incident no matter how minor they always call which I appreciate. Daughter always comes home clean which is pretty impressive. Highly recommend this daycare.
priti D.
priti D.
23:23 06 Dec 22
ahmed M.
ahmed M.
04:34 15 Nov 22
jessika D.
jessika D.
08:34 14 Nov 22
juhi
juhi
01:56 08 Nov 22
Arielle W.
Arielle W.
03:03 09 Aug 22
My child has found his place of belonging at Guardian Springfield Lakes. We are all welcomed so warmly everyday and I love that my child is celebrated and encouraged to be himself in the best possible way with the best possible support from the team. The leadership team is phenomenal, constant communication and updates, which is always appreciated.
Laura M.
Laura M.
23:49 29 Jun 22
Great management team, well run, new facilities. My son loves the nature walks and my daughter loves their kindy program. Definitely recommend 👍
Megan B.
Megan B.
04:06 14 Jun 22
Dee G.
Dee G.
03:42 02 Nov 21
The communication about my sons learning is clear and visible. I like how there has been active community engagement being made through the spring lake walks that has started in the younger age groups. The team has been consistent since opening so that relationships can be maintained.
Hannah L.
Hannah L.
06:28 26 Oct 21
Such a beautiful centre with beautiful educators and management 💗
Hailey M.
Hailey M.
07:29 29 Jul 21
As soon as I walked into Guardian Springfield Lakes I knew that it was where I wanted my child to attend. The experience we have had has been outstanding. The educators care about the children and you feel so much joy from the centre. We are warmly greeted each day when we walk in wether it be by Hayley, Dani or Jemma. My child’s educators Emma, Kiki and Chloe always go above and beyond and I love seeing what they have been up to during the day via the daily storypark posts.
Nasir A.
Nasir A.
00:35 03 Jan 23
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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) $170.17 $73.17 $40.84
Toddler (2–3) $169.12 $72.72 $40.59
Kinder (3–5) $168.64 $72.52 $40.47

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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Jemma and team

Our Centre team, led by our experienced Centre Manager Jemma, 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.

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

No state fee relief information available.

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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