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Guardian Childcare Evandale

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  • 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 newly refurbished Evandale centre offers four expansive outdoor areas with garden beds, vegetable patches, sand pits and water play pumps where everyday is an adventure.
  • Our centre feels like home, where each day is exciting, from our nursery to our leading 2-year preschool program.

97-99 Portrush Rd, Evandale, SA, 5069

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

Limited Spaces Available

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Meet our Centre Manager Ashley and team

"We believe at Guardian Evandale our families are our primary partners, and we aim to work respectfully and collaborate with them to achieve the highest educational and safety outcomes for their child".

Daily Fees

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At Guardian Evandale, 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 Evandale, Payneham, Payneham South, Trinity Gardens, Maylands, Stepney, Royston Park, Norwood, and Glynde.

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

The families of Evandale 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.

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

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.

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Jakila P.
Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to leave a rating, Jakila! We’re delighted that you’re enjoying your experience and are excited to continue providing care and learning opportunities for your child.
Eliza S.
Fantastic Centre Management and excellent educators providing children with the best experience possible.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Eliza! We’re so pleased to hear you value the fantastic Centre Management and the excellent educators. It’s wonderful to know their dedication is providing children with the best experience possible. Your feedback means so much—thank you for sharing!
Ioana-Alexandra F.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ioana-Alexandra, for your 5-star rating! We truly appreciate your support.
er.shivani C.
I’m a student who recently completed my placement at this centre, and I can honestly say it’s a marvellous place! The environment is so warm and welcoming, and the staff are incredibly kind, supportive, and professional. I learned so much during my time here and always felt valued and encouraged. The way they care for the children and work as a team is truly inspiring. I highly recommend this centre to anyone looking for a positive, nurturing, and high-quality early learning environment! 😊
Response from the owner:Hi Er.Shivani! Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful review! 😊 We're so happy to hear that you had such a positive experience during your placement with us. It was a pleasure having you as part of our team, and we’re so glad you felt supported, valued, and inspired throughout your time here. Watching our team work together to create a nurturing, high-quality learning environment for the children is something we take great pride in, and it means a lot to hear that it made an impact on you. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavours
VAIBHAV P.
We couldn’t be happier with the care and support our son receives at Guardian childcare at Evandale. From the moment we walk in, we feel welcomed, valued, and reassured that he is in the best hands.

A special thank you to all educators who goes above and beyond every day to make learning fun and meaningful. The patience, creativity, and genuine care shown has helped our son grow in confidence and curiosity. It is so reassuring to see how much he looks forward to coming in each morning!

We’d also like to acknowledge New center management for always being approachable, professional, and attentive to families’ needs. The way the centre is managed creates such a positive, safe, and nurturing environment for both children and parents.

The whole team truly feels like an extended family, and we’re very grateful for the love, guidance, and dedication they provide. Highly recommend this centre to any parent looking for quality early childhood education and care. A big Thank you 😊
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful feedback Vaibhav! We’re truly grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us with your sons care and are delighted to hear how welcomed and supported your family feels. It’s wonderful to know that your son is thriving and that our educators’ passion and dedication is making a meaningful impact on his confidence and curiosity. We also appreciate your recognition of our centre management team, who work hard to create a positive and nurturing environment for all families. Your words mean a great deal to us and we’re honoured to be part of your child’s early learning journey. Thank you again!
Kailash P.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the wonderful rating Kailash! We're glad to know our centre is meeting your expectations!
Fiona R.
100% would recommend to anyone.

As a first-time mother to a non-verbal toddler, the idea of putting my daughter in childcare terrified me. I knew she had to learn to be independent, socialise with peers and make connections with caregivers other than me, but would she be safe and happy? I really needn't have worried; from the moment we had a tour of the building I felt at ease. The centre is secure and there are always employees on hand to help. Every member of staff is warm and friendly, the spaces are open and inviting, and, most importantly for me, my daughter was comfortable. Her first weeks have gone off to a flying start; she is not only making friends, bonding with her educators and doing all sorts of fun activities, but also she is thriving! She has beaming smiles when she arrives, runs eagerly to the Toddler Room and barely notices goodbyes because she's so engaged. She babbles more at home now and is demonstrating new skills, such as sitting independently at the table for a meal. I am genuinely in awe of what they achieve at Guardian Evandale; they don't just provide childcare, they genuinely and lovingly attend to each child's needs and ensure they get the best out of each day. Even the meals are nutritious, yet appealing to children; win win!

Ashley, Rachael, Mahi, Maria, Meghan, Kailash, Chef Anzia and the rest of the team; you have all made me one happy Mama! Thank you so much for all you do, it is wholeheartedly appreciated.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us, it truly means the world. We understand how big a step it is to entrust your child to a new environment, and we’re so glad to hear that you felt supported and reassured from the very beginning. Watching your daughter settle in, build connections, and thrive is exactly why we do what we do. Your kind words about our educators and team members—Ashley, Rachael, Mahi, Maria, Meghan, Kailash, Chef Anzia, and everyone else—are deeply appreciated. They are passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging space where every child feels seen, valued, and excited to learn. We’re thrilled to hear about your daughter’s progress and joy, it’s a testament to her resilience and the care she receives each day. Thank you again for your trust and recommendation. We’re honoured to be part of your family’s early learning journey and look forward to many more wonderful moments ahead!
Caitlyn O
Guardian Childcare Evandale has been an amazing choice for my 1 year old. Finding childcare for 5 days a week was a daunting task as a mother. The new Centre Director Ashley and her Deputy Rachael are kind, passionate and know how to create a supportive environment for the educators, the families and the children. They are happy to answer questions and the enrolment process is simple.

The educators care deeply about the wellbeing and learning of the children in all the rooms. My daughter is currently in the nursery and loves all the friendly faces and engaging activities. The chef Aniza makes fresh, quality meals everyday and my daughter loves all the food.

We have been very happy with the beautiful connections she has created with the educators such as Nursery Team lead Georgia. It is so easy to drop a happy baby off!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your beautiful feedback Caitlyn! We’re thrilled to hear that our centre has been a positive and supportive place for your family. We understand how big the decision is when choosing full-time care, and it’s heartening to know that Ashley, Rachael, and the entire team have made that transition smooth and reassuring for you. It’s lovely to hear how much your daughter enjoys her time in the nursery, Georgia and the team will be so happy to know they’ve helped create such a joyful and nurturing environment. And we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Aniza, she puts so much love into every meal, and it’s wonderful to know your little one is enjoying them! Thank you again for your trust and for being part of our Guardian community. We’re so glad to be on this journey with you!
Brian J.
Sarah Di T.
Amazing staff, clean centre and happy kids
Response from the owner:• Thank you Sarah for your great review for our centre in Evandale. 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 😊
Hannah O.
Beautiful caring and supportive centre
Dieu P.
Love this center badly. Very well communication with families. Clean and new facilities. And high quality education programs for kids. Highly recommend.
Kelly C.
Amazing childcare, couldn’t recommend it enough.
Suneera A.
kiran K.
Best Childcare ! My son loves everything about his childcare and so do I.
Taurie C.
I cannot recommend this centre enough. Food is fabulous, management always available for a chat and willing to support me and my child through each stage. We love guardian at Evandale!
sen Z.
Great childcare! I would give more than 5 stars if I have the options. I have my 2 and half year old daughter there and she is having the fantastic time! Nice foods are served, good facilities, great playground, the rooms are always nice and clean for children. Most importantly I can feel my child is being cared and being loved there, she learnt many new stuffs everyday, made lots of friends(no only other children but the educators too) and I can see she is gaining confidence everyday too. My wife and I are glad to make the decision to send her here.
Divyajyothi M.
Cassie F.
The Guardian Evandale team have been nothing but supportive and kind to my child and my families needs. I couldn't recommend the Evandale team higher.
smriti P.
I am extremely happy with the care and education my child receives at Guardian childcare . The educators are warm, attentive, and truly passionate about nurturing each child’s individual needs. They create a safe and welcoming environment where my child feels comfortable and excited to learn every day.
He is always excited to attend .
Response from the owner:Thank you, Smriti! We’re thrilled your child feels comfortable and excited to learn each day. It’s wonderful to hear you value the educators’ warmth and passion for nurturing individual needs. Your feedback means so much—thank you for sharing!
Mark D.
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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.

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) $169.55 $72.91 $40.69
Toddler (2–3) $168.95 $72.65 $40.55
Preschool (3–5) $168.34 $72.39 $40.40

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.

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.

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.