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Guardian Childcare Altona North

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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 more about our approach to child safety.
  • Proud winner of the Family Choice Award 2026. As determined by our existing families rating their experience of our Centre via Family Satisfaction Survey and independent Google Reviews.
  • 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.
  • 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!

272 Millers Road Altona North, VIC, 3025

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

Spaces available now across rooms

Premium Altona North Childcare Centre

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Meet our Centre Manager Hayat and team

"We're passionate about supporting each child's journey - celebrating milestones, fostering growth, and guiding them to their next stage of development. It's a joy to be part of their learning adventure!"

Daily Fees

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

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Guardian's Flying Start to School program delivers a Government-approved Kindergarten program within long day care hours, providing flexibility, holiday coverage, continuity of Educators and access to the same Government funding available through other providers. Read more >

At Guardian Altona North, families are valued, with each child’s growth celebrated. Our early learning centre offers exceptional care and education, from our welcoming nursery through to our government-funded Flying Start to School kindergarten program.

At our leading Altona North childcare, your child will enjoy:

• Engaging indoor spaces filled with quality, age-appropriate resources that encourage exploration.
• An expansive outdoor area featuring a boat, mud pits, a wobbly bridge, and a bike track for daily adventures.
• Our To BE Me learning programs meet each child where they are, supporting their individual development. Our team understands and encourages your child at every stage.

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

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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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.

Google Reviews

(59)
Karla T.
2 weeks ago
JUAN F.
2 months ago
We’re very happy with this childcare. Our son is happy here, and that gives us great peace of mind. We really value the professionalism of the teachers, the balanced menu, the excellent facilities, the outdoor spaces, and the activities that encourage creativity and learning. Highly recommended.
Response from the owner:Juan, thank you for your wonderful review and recommendation. We are delighted to hear that your son is happy with us, as we know there is nothing more important than having peace of mind that your child is safe, supported and enjoying their time in care. It is lovely to hear that you value the professionalism of our educators, the nutritious meals, our learning environments and outdoor spaces, as well as the experiences that encourage creativity and learning. Thank you for your kind words and for trusting us to be part of your son's early learning journey. We are grateful to have your family as part of our community.
Fatima A.
3 months ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for your 5-star rating, Fatima. We truly appreciate your support and are so pleased you have had a positive experience with our team. Thank you for being part of our community.
Hannah H.
5 months ago
My daughter has been attending this centre for just over a year and we absolutely love it. The centre is clean and has so much for the kids to do. The educators are all lovely and truly care for the children. We cannot recommend this place enough!
Response from the owner:Hannah, thank you for your lovely feedback and for being part of our community over the past year. It is wonderful to hear that your daughter enjoys the environment and that the care and dedication of the educators has made such a positive experience for your family.
Emma D.
8 months ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Emma! We appreciate your 5-star rating and your support!
hayat B.
8 months ago
Amazing team, Amazing management can’t even express how much my children are thriving at Altona north!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Hayat! We’re thrilled to hear your children are thriving and that you value both our amazing team and management. It’s wonderful to know their dedication and care have made such a positive impact on your family. Thank you for sharing your experience!
Evan C.
9 months ago
Such a beautiful centre with kind people! couldn't be happier with everything across the board. No brainer sending our newborn there next year :)
Response from the owner:Thank you, Evan! We’re thrilled you’re happy with the caring team and beautiful environment. Your confidence in choosing us for your newborn means the world—thank you for sharing!
Reem C.
9 months ago
We absolutely love this childcare/ kindergarten! My oldest went here and now my twins attend as well. The educators are so kind, patient, and genuinely care about each child’s happiness and growth. My children have learned so much and always come home excited to share what they did that day. The environment feels safe, welcoming, and full of fun activities that keep the kids engaged. The communication with parents is excellent, and I can tell the staff really go above and beyond. Couldn’t be happier with our experience — highly recommend to any parent looking for a nurturing, supportive place for their little one! (We truely looked around many places before finding guardian)
Response from the owner:Thank you, Reem, for your generous feedback. It’s wonderful to know your family has trusted us for so many years and that your children feel safe, happy, and engaged. We’re thrilled they come home excited to share their day and that you’ve noticed the educators’ dedication to each child’s growth. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re so glad you chose us after looking at many options.
هشام
10 months ago
Pretty good.
Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We’re delighted that you’re enjoying our centre, and we look forward to continuing to support your little one with their learning and care!
Fatema Z.
1 year ago
I want to say that being at guardian Altona north has been amazing. Hayat the centre manager and all staff are absolutely amazing and always hands on with the children. Also the fact that the centre is tucked away from the main road gives me that extra sense of security.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words! Hayat, our Centre Manager, and all our dedicated staff truly appreciate your recognition of their hard work and hands-on approach with the children. We're also glad that our location tucked away from the main road provides you with an extra sense of security. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we're committed to continuing to provide a safe and nurturing environment for all the children in our care.
Laura W.
1 year ago
Great new, clean centre. My son has had some pretty consistent care over past year, and he is happy at drop off. What more could I ask for.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your son is happy and well cared for at our centre. Providing a clean and nurturing environment is our top priority, and it's wonderful to know that we've met your expectations!
Obie M.
1 year ago
Best Childcare Out There Staff are all great with the kids Lots of activities and the kids love it
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you and the kids love our childcare and activities. Our staff truly enjoys working with the children. Your support means a lot to us!
Emily C.
1 year ago
The centre is incredible, the staff are so kind and friendly and the management is fantastic, we have been warmly welcomed to the centre and it has been the best childcare we have experienced. A huge thank-you to Hayat and the incredible team!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your review! We're pleased to hear that you feel so welcomed and cared for at our centre. Hayat and the entire team are truly dedicated to making every family feel at home, and your kind words mean the world to us. It's wonderful to know that we've made a positive impact on your childcare experience. We're grateful for your trust and support, and we'll continue to strive for excellence every day.
Hamzeh E.
1 year ago
Guardian Altona North was the best decision I made putting my two girls there! The manager and the team really do go above and beyond for the children.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your review! We're happy to hear that choosing to enrol you children with us has been such a great decision for your family. Our centre manager and team truly care about each child, and it's wonderful to know that their dedication is making a difference for your girls. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we're excited to continue supporting and nurturing your daughters as they grow and learn.
Juan F.
1 year ago
Amazing team and support ! We love it
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you love our team and support. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're always here to assist you
Alex S.
2 years ago
Both our kids love guardian. The staff and educators are fantastic and our kids are always happy and feel comfortable. Well done Guardian, Altona North. Keep it up!
Response from the owner:• Thanks for the awesome review, Alex! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and always strive to find ways to improve our centres. Glad to you hear you are having a great experience!
Niti S.
2 years ago
Very Attentive educators, my daughter is growing up with good comm skills and loves being around her peers and teachers. she has picked up a lot of skills and her mental and emotional development has been great
Response from the owner:Thank you for your feedback about our centre in Altona North! 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.
Men Z.
2 years ago
Robert N.
3 years ago
Great place to take your kids, the staff are so friendly and my kids always come home happy
Response from the owner:Thank you Robert for your 5-star rating for our centre in Altona North. We really appreciate your positive review and look forward to creating a great experience at Guardian over many more days to come!
Tom D.
3 years ago
anjali S.
3 years ago
Hanan A.
3 years ago
Seng Mai L.
3 years ago
Marvin S.
3 years ago
I’ve had one child go through Guardian Altona North and 2 currently enrolled in kinder and daycare. All staff have been fantastic carers and educators for my children. The teachers provide daily learning stories and regular updates with reference to best-practice early childhood Australian standards. This is more than other early childcare centres in the area where I found no feedback or delayed correspondence. For a large centre it feels like a tight-knit community with the benefit of well-established processes. 5/5!
Response from the owner:Thanks for the awesome review, Marvin! 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!
NADA T.
4 years ago

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) $179.74 $84.50 $52.75
Toddler (2–3) $179.74 $84.50 $52.75
Kinder (3–5) $175.61 $80.37 $48.62

The Victorian Government offers funding to provide families up to 15 hours of Free Kindergarten a week, in addition to the Childcare Subsidy. The funding offsets the fees for three and four-year-old children that are part of the centre's long day care Kindergarten program. Families will save up to $2,101 a year for children aged three-years-old and above in eligible long day cares. Ask for more details when you tour the centre.

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.

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 VIC Government’s Free Kinder
Program. Eligible children aged three years and above will receive up to $2101 in
additional subsidies 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.

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.