Guardian Childcare & Education Export Park

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  • 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 GOLD 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.
  • From the most nurturing nursery room to our leading two-year preschool program – we are the leading centre in the area for the first 5 years of your child’s development.
  • Your child will be in the best hands with us, and our centre will soon become their second home. They will never want to leave!

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Export Park 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.

HOURS

Mon to Fri 7:00am to 6:00pm

ADDRESS

2 Graham Street Export Park, SA, 5950

SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS

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

Welcome to our Centre

When your child joins us at Guardian Export Park, you become part of our family. Our Exceeding-rated early learning centre provides exceptional care, from our nurturing nursery through to our government-funded Flying Start to School preschool program.

What makes our Export Park childcare centre so special?

• Our engaging indoor spaces are filled with quality resources that support fun programs like music and language lessons.
• The largest outdoor play space in Adelaide’s western suburbs, featuring a bike track, creek bed, and sprawling gardens for exploration.
• Our dedicated team, who support each child’s needs with our personalised To BE Me learning milestones program

We provide a premium daycare experience where each child’s safety and wellbeing is our priority. Your child will feel right at home in our welcoming community, where their growth is celebrated at every step. Be part of our leading community!

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Meet our Centre Manager Kathryn

"I am passionate about providing a space where children, families, and educators come to be inspired about themselves, their community, and the natural world around us".

Daily Fees

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

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To Be Me

To BE Me is our exclusive learning program designed for each age and stage of a child’s first years. To BE Me sets the standard for early learning with a contemporary approach tailored to your child’s age, interests and strengths. It sets easy to follow Development Pathways and encompasses our educational programs, room set-ups, daily rhythms and the way we support your child. Read more here!

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

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

Reviews from Google

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trisha D.
It's gonna be almost a year my little one has been attending this institution and it's been one off the best experience for her growing up years.
The educators take good care of the little one's with a personalised interaction on a daily basis. A close bond is formed.
Overall a good change will be noticed in the little one from the get go , good habits and self confidence.
Response from the owner:Trisha, thank you so much for your beautiful feedback. We’re so happy to hear that your little one has had such a positive experience with us over the past year. Watching children grow in confidence and develop good habits is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do. Our educators work hard to build strong, personal connections with each child, and it’s wonderful to hear that those bonds have made a difference. We’re truly grateful to be part of your child’s early learning journey. Thanks again for your kind words and for being part of our community!
Jane K.
Great place to be!
Response from the owner:Thank you Jane! We love it here too! We look forward to continuing creating a place you and your family feel comfortable and supported in.
Michele D.
My granddaughter attends Export Park, and has done so since she was 5 months old.
She is thriving.
She loves going to school, and the educators are some of the most important people in her life. They are creative, really child-focussed, and kind, so very kind. They model excellent behaviour and are skilled at teaching important age appropriate concepts.
My granddaughter is developing so very well.
Response from the owner:It’s fantastic to hear how much your granddaughter enjoys her time at our centre. Seeing her thrive and grow is a joy for all of us. Our educators are deeply committed to nurturing each child with creativity, kindness, and a strong focus on age-appropriate learning. Knowing they’ve become such an important part of her life is incredibly meaningful. We’re proud to be part of her journey and look forward to supporting her development every step of the way.
Mariah B.
I've had the privilege of working at Guardian childcare and Education Export Park for the past 10 years, and I can genuinely say it's been an incredibly rewarding experience. The dedication to providing a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for children is unmatched. The team here is passionate, professional, and truly committed to each child's development and well-being.
Response from the owner:Wow—10 years! That’s amazing. Thanks so much for sharing your experience. It’s wonderful to hear how rewarding your time at our centre has been. We’re lucky to have such passionate and dedicated people like you on the team. Here’s to many more great moments ahead!
Ben C.
Have had two children come through this centre. The staff and centre management are outstanding.
Can't recommend highly enough.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your beautiful review. It’s been such a joy watching both your children grow and thrive with us over the years. Knowing that you’ve had such a positive experience with our team and centre truly means the world. We’re so grateful for your trust and support—it’s families like yours that make our community so special.
Li B.
I highly recommend Guardian Childcare centre at Export Park. We have been with Guardian for almost 9 years, since my older son was 4 months old, now my younger one has been at care for almost 3 years. The care they provide is exceptional, staff are always friendly and supportive. They always provide age appropriate learning experiences to help chdren thrive and meet their milestones. They have put children's well-being as first priority and supporting families as best as they can.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It's heartwarming to know that both your children have thrived under our care and that our staff's friendliness and support have made a lasting impact. We take great pride in providing age-appropriate learning experiences and prioritizing the well-being of the children in our care. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us and motivate us to continue supporting families to the best of our abilities.
Ami G.
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Marty S.
Excellent centre. Great attentive staff and our daughter loves it there. Cannot recommend highly enough!
Response from the owner:Thank you so very much Marty for your 5 start review. We strive to do our best for all our families and are glad that you have had such a wonderful experience with our Export Park centre.
Susan B.
Great centre, staff warm and welcoming
Response from the owner:Thank you Susan for your 5-star rating for our centre in Export Park. We really appreciate your positive review and look forward to creating a great experience at Guardian over many more days to come!
Susan B.
Chloe P.
The staff are great, so warm and friendly and fantastic with the babies. The centre is fun and interactive and the activities presented are meaningful and learning focused
Response from the owner:Thank you for your feedback about our centre in Export Park! We are happy to hear such good things about you and your little one’s experience with us. At Guardian, we’re all about partnering with our families to deliver the best quality outcomes for our children and really appreciate your review.
Megan M.
Monique M.
I'm more than happy to recommend Guardian Childcare & Education - Export Park to any parent. We've been so happy with sending our baby to them. They've made us feel so welcome and part of their family. My son is very happy there, he gets to do all sorts of awesome activities. He is cared for very much and all his needs are met.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the awesome review, Monique! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and always strive to find ways to improve our centres. Glad to you hear you have had such a great experience!
louise W.
My little one loves coming here, it has huge outdoor areas filled with toys and stimulating landscapes aswell as indoor being vibrant with colour, toys and lots of learning activities.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your 5-star rating of our centre in Export Park. We really appreciate your positive review and look forward to creating a great experience at Guardian for many more days to come!
Poorna R.
Maria M.
The team at Guardian Export Park are amazing. Staff are lovely and my son is well looked after. From the yummy meals to a very clean enviroment. The team are so friendly and look after him amazingly. Thank you all for making this like his second home and always keeping him happy safe and entertained. I would highly recommend ! 10/10
Response from the owner:Thank you Maria for your great review for our centre in Export Park. We are so happy to hear that we are meeting your expectations. We will continue to provide the best possible care for our families and children
Michelle C.
Myriam K.
I can't recommend them enough! They make my little girl feel like a rockstar every morning with all the staff members stopping what they're doing to say hello! The educators are so patient and lovely and organise amazing activities! We've seen such a big difference in our daughter's development since she started childcare. We feel extremely lucky to be part of the Guardian Childcare - Export Park family!
Response from the owner:Thank you Myriam for your kind words! We are so happy to hear that your are loving your experience at our Export park centre and cannot wait to have you and your girl back at our centre. We’d love to continue providing great service to all Guardian families as our children are what matters most. Thanks again!
Heidi S.
All the carers at Export Park are second to none. Care, communication, food and all of their facilities are outstanding. Our little boy LOVES going and has learnt and grown so much from his experiences and time there.
Namita S.
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Soon I will have my 2nd child in care here, we have been with this centre for 2 years now and I love how caring the staff are, the educators and the managers. The office staff are super helpful. I am happy to bring my 2nd child here and have full confidence in the staff here. Incidents are reported quickly and we are notified instantly. The range of activities are great, and the cook is great too...accommodating my fussy eater.
Lisa O.
We couldn’t be happier with Export Park Childcare centre. My 2 boys are really happy there. I’ve found the educators so caring and compassionate and have gone out of their way to accommodate my son with allergies.
Emma Soar J.
Our twins have been attending this daycare since they were 15 weeks old and we have had nothing but amazing things to say about the center and the educators. We have always felt supported, listened too and our wishes and routines followed. The kids have such an amazing relationship with their room educators and I love seeing this. Can't highly recommend enough.
Erica S.
Excellent childcare centre
Gemma R.
Having just left after 2.5 years I wanted to share our appreciation for the girls at the centre.
Aki
We cannot thank you enough for everything you have done for Macie & Patrick. Macie went into your care as a baby and still loves you now. The kind of care you have provided is truly priceless. The best we can do is express our appreciation. Thanks for your patience and for the quality of care you provide each and every day. The centre would be lost without you!
Suzanne
Just wanted to let you know how much we appreciate the work you do every day. I remember wanting Macie to be around you to keep the English accent haha! We will miss your friendly face and kind nature. So on behalf of Macie & Patrick and their entire family, thank you so much!
Marina
Thanks so much for making my babies feel entertained, loved, and special. And thank you for making me feel at ease whilst I am at work!
Shveta
Thank you for everything you have taught Macie this year. She always comes home excited about her days with Shveta. On behalf of Macie and her entire family, thank you for the big difference you have made in her life! Macie is really going to miss seeing you every week.
Gabby
You make learning an adventure for Macie. We adore you so much and appreciate all your care and commitment to our kids. You are a blessing not only to toddlers but to many working parents. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication. You are one in a million!
Mariah
Thank you so much for all you do! We wanted to express our appreciation for the affection, care, and support you have shown to our precious girl. We wish you all the best in whatever comes your way!
Danni, Molly and Loren
Although we only saw each other for hi and goodbye, you were always a happy memory from Macie’s day. Thank you so much for the support and fun interactions you provide every day to all those lucky kids!

My reason for 4 star is that in the past 12 months I feel the centre has lost its way. We are taking the kids out because of this.
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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

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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) $173.72 $81.99 $51.41
Toddler (2–3) $172.50 $80.77 $50.19
Preschool (3–5) $171.27 $79.54 $48.96

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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Kathryn

Our Centre team, led by our experienced Centre Manager Kathryn, 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

Our engaging, resource-rich environments include:

  • Passionate Educators who focus on relationships with children and families
  • Music classes, language lessons, weekly soccer skills to inspire curiosity, fun, and a sense of belonging
  • Largest outdoor play space in Adelaide’s western suburbs with a water pump, creek bed, natural play structures and sprawling gardens
  • Our Centre provides nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, high-quality formula, and bed linen
  • On-site Chef providing fresh meals daily, full of the best seasonal ingredients.

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.

Preschool Program
Flying start to school

Our Flying Start to School preschool 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.

We’re proud to partner with the SA government, providing additional funding to deliver the highest-quality preschool program for children.

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.

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