Guardian Childcare & Education Nairne

  • 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
  • Come and see why our families are our raving fans where belonging to our community and strong communication is a key part of a child’s development. You will feel part of their day, every day.
  • Choosing us will give you the reassurance that your child will be with a leading team who will help them be creative, brave and curious in their learning
  • At Guardian Nairne, you’ll feel confident that your child is thriving in our great learning spaces which include a bike track, cubby, sandpit and wooden fort. 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

1 Chestnut Drive Nairne, SA, 5252

SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS

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

Welcome to our Centre

Come and join the Guardian family at our modern, purpose-built child care centre in Nairne, Adelaide.

At Guardian Nairne, your child will be supported to be creative, bold and imaginative in their learning. Our Nairne early learning centre offers world-class facilities across 7 rooms, convenient parking for drop off and pick up, and is situated in one of the oldest towns in the Adelaide Hills.

Located within walking distance to Nairne Primary School and easy access to bus routes, our Nairne child care centre and Preschool is an ideal choice for children aged six weeks to six years.

Children will have a supportive, stimulating, and warm environment to explore their world in a safe and secure way. Our learning programs align with the Early Years Learning Framework to provide the best early childhood education for families in Nairne, Mt Barker Summit, Petwood, St Ives, Kanmantoo, Balhannah, Woodside, Harrogate, Kanmantoo, Littlehampton, Mt Barker, Mt Barker Junction, Blakiston, Brukunga, Hahndorf, and Wistow.

A team of passionate, dedicated Teachers and experienced Educators ensure that each child receives care tailored to their needs through a personalised approach to play-based learning in a nurturing environment.

Our state-of-the-art facilities at our Nairne child care service include:

  • Seven world-class indoor learning spaces full of high-quality educational resources
  • Incredible programs such as Joy of Reading, Cooking, Outdoor Learning, Out & About Community Excursions, Sustainability and more
  • Spacious outdoor play area with a bike track, cubby house, sandpit and wooden fort
  • Specialist Baby Ambassador in the Nursery room – an expert on all things baby!
  • On-site Chef who cooks fresh, healthy meals daily in our fully equipped kitchen

Our Nairne early learning centre provides nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, all nutritious meals and snacks and bed linen.

Children also have the chance to see the same familiar faces as they move on up from our nursery room, into our dedicated two-year Preschool program, designed specifically to help prepare each child for a smooth transition from early learning to primary school.

As part of our unique Visible Learning Program, families are able to gain an understanding of their child’s education. Our Learning Exchange Display provides the opportunity for our Teachers and Educators to share updates on your child’s progress. It is a chance for you to have direct input into your child’s learning!

Families have access to our communication app Storypark, allowing us to share important Centre updates, as well as exciting experiences and milestones – ensuring that you remain connected, day-to-day.

Our team can also help you understand and get the most out of your Child Care Subsidy. We’d love to help your family with your child care search to ensure your child has the best start to life. If you’re looking to start the journey with high-quality early childhood education in Nairne, book a tour now!

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Meet our Centre Manager Carolyn and team

"We passionately believe all children should be provided the opportunity to be part of a community that promotes learning and development in a holistic way"

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

4.6
(11)
James H.
James H.
04:18 16 Apr 25
We made the move from another centre over to guardian nairne and it has been the best change for us and him!We can not thank the girls in the over 3 space enough for their help and support through drop off. Our son lives being here and always has been things to show us or tell us that he has learnt during his day.
Emily W.
Emily W.
03:53 16 Apr 25
Guardian Nairne has been absolutely amazing for our 3 year old. He first started in the pre kindy room and the staff were great! We were always welcomed when coming in and supported throughout drop offs.He has now moved into the kindy room and he is loving it. Staff are very supportive and always communicate his day at pick up.We would definitely recommend this centre to our friends and family.
Chelsea C.
Chelsea C.
03:44 16 Apr 25
Since starting at Guardian Nairne my son has flourished and is really enjoying his time in childcare. The staff are all warm and welcoming and it makes dropping offs a breeze.Couldn’t recommend more ❤️
Emma S.
Emma S.
01:39 28 May 24
Jessica V.
Jessica V.
10:37 08 Mar 24
If you would like a centre that is run with high levels of communication, management listens, positive culture for the staff which shows through the care of the kids, strives to improve when already high standards, then look no further. The director’s extensive experience as well as being a mother shows in how this centre is run. From the moment I walked in the centre I got a sense of comfort and after discussing what was I looking for knew I could trust the director. She builds a highly skilled and functioning leadership team who ensure that the children are cared for and stimulated/entertained all day. After experiencing 3 other childcare centres in the hills this is the first centre that comes close to allowing me as a parent to go to work and not worry about my child while she is in the care of the centre. Cannot recommend this centre enough.
Jess T
Jess T
23:41 16 Jan 24
We love our team at Guardian Nairne ❤️
Tanya B.
Tanya B.
00:18 19 Dec 23
The Nairne centre staff have been very welcoming, nurturing, and transparent since we enrolled our daughter. We love the daily overview and photos of her adventures, the approach to both social and independent learning and development, and the varied meal plan. Just wish she didn't get sick every other day...here's hoping her immune system builds up soon!
Adaire P.
Adaire P.
01:46 18 Dec 23
Gemma F.
Gemma F.
00:49 24 Oct 23
Hayley C.
Hayley C.
23:04 08 Jun 23
I toured Guardian Nairne for the first time and from the moment I arrived I was blown away. Both the Management and Educators answered all my questions and showed a high level of kindness, respect and knowledge. As we walked through the centre I was informed of all the existing and future plans for the centre and how each of my children’s days will look when they open their doors. I am so glad to have found such a caring and supportive environment for myself and children to be apart of.
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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.

Whilst no two days of learning are ever the same - here's what a day at Guardian might look like.

Handover time with children, families and our friendly Educators. There's a chance for conversation to share what's important for the day/what's happened the night before at home.

Breakfast time where families are welcome to stay and enjoy breakfast with the children.

As children are arriving and families are coming and going, there's an opportunity for play as well as family grouping, open-plan play and multi-age grouping.

There's an opportunity for children to come together and enjoy morning tea.

Following morning tea, the planned experiences continue. This includes both indoor and outdoor programs.

There's an opportunity for children to come together for lunch. With an open-door policy, families are able to join the centre for meals and excursion if they wish.

For children who want to, or need to, there's an opportunity to sleep, rest or relax. For children who don't need to rest, there are planned experiences, which are more likely to be outdoors.

Children come together for afternoon tea in small groups or with siblings (they can also rest and play together, too). This time also presents an opportunity to reflect on the day.

As families arrive to pick up children, there's an opportunity to speak to Educators and share information about the day.

Some centres offer early tea or light snack at the end of the day, which they can grab as they leave the centre. We’re mindful of how routines vary at home, so if throughout the day, we notice children look tired, food will be provided.

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

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) $160.77 $69.13 $38.58
Toddler (2–3) $159.73 $68.68 $38.34
Preschool (3–5) $156.60 $67.34 $37.58

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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Carolyn and team

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

  • 7 world-class indoor learning spaces full of high-quality educational resources
  • Spacious outdoor play area with a bike track, cubby house, sandpit and wooden fort
  • Stimulating learning environments equipped with natural open-ended materials and resources
  • Large outdoor play spaces featuring natural play structures, sandpits and water play
  • Commercial grade, open plan kitchen for the on-site cook to prepare 5 healthy and nutritious meals daily
  • On-site Chef who cooks fresh, healthy meals daily in our fully equipped kitchen

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.

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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