Open 6:30am to 6:30pm
Monday to Friday
HOURS
Mon to Fri 6:30am to 6:30pm
ADDRESS
50-52 Blackburn Rd Blackburn, VIC, 3130
SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS
Welcome to our Centre
Welcome to Guardian Childcare & Education Blackburn South, a modern, purpose-built and vibrant child care centre. Our early childhood education programs are focused on play-based learning, and our spacious centre provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged six weeks to six years of age, supporting them to discover the world in a safe and secure way.
- Highly experienced Educators and degree-qualified Teachers
- Engaging, light-filled learning spaces that inspire curiosity and learning in a safe space
- Intentionally designed outdoor environment that feature a water pump, creek bed, vegetable gardens, teepees and natural climbing structures, large sandpits, sensory path, and butterfly garden
- On-site Chef providing fresh snacks and meals daily
- Nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen and bed linen provided
- Extended hours of care each weekday from 6.30am to 6.30pm
Meet our Centre Manager
Ashleigh
"By providing a safe and supported environment that is built on trust and respect, allows for children to develop these skills and find their voice".
Where children are supported to be brave, curious, and bold in their learning, for the best possible start to life.
Rhythm of the Day
With endless possibilities, there’s never a dull moment at Guardian and no two days are the same. Here’s what a day at Guardian might look like.
With endless possibilities, there’s never a dull moment and no two days are the same.
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
5 meals per day
All incursions and excursions
Nappies and wipes
Storypark parenting app
Long day care hours year around
Helpful Information
Opening Hours
What to Bring
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
Our Educators
Our team of Educators are committed and passionate about ensuring your child will be safe, nurtured and cared for every day. At Guardian, children are encouraged to engage in interest-led play that creates learning and meaningful experiences.
Our Educators seek to optimise diverse learning opportunities and implement the Curriculum as framed by the Early Years Learning Framework.
You and Your Child
All Guardian Centres provide a Centre-to-Family communication platform so families can maintain contact with their children’s experiences through photos, stories and learning outcomes.
Our Centres use Storypark and each family is provided with a secure login to access on their computers, mobiles or apps.
Learn More About Our Centre
Guardian Childcare & Education Blackburn South is located in a lovely, quiet neighbourhood. Our team enjoys a wonderful rapport that comes from knowing our children and families really well. We welcome children from six weeks through until just before they head off to school. Liaising closely with the local primary schools, we develop common goals and strategies to ensure your child’s transition to their big school adventure is smooth.
The foundation of our learning opportunities is built on real life experiences to delve deeper into each child’s wonderings about their world as we support each child become a respectful and passionate learner. We are open to continuous improvement, to provide the best education for our young community of learners!
Our Educators are qualified, dedicated and professional, drawing on their detailed knowledge of each child to create a fun and educational environment. Children can learn and grow with families encouraged to share knowledge about their child to be actively involved in their learning.
To find out more about our amazing Centre, please contact our friendly team.
Centre Highlights
Our exciting, resource-rich environments include:
- Highly experienced Educators and degree-qualified Teachers
- Engaging, light-filled learning spaces that inspire curiosity and learning in a safe space
- The centre features 6 classrooms with 2 shared outdoor environments that allow for children with siblings to come together throughout different times of the day
- Intentionally designed outdoor environment that feature a water pump, creek bed, vegetable gardens, teepees and natural climbing structures, large sandpits, sensory path, and butterfly garden
- On-site Chef providing fresh snacks and meals daily
- Nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen and bed linen provided
- Extended hours of care each weekday from 6.30am to 6.30pm
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/Preschool Program
Our specialist two-year kindergarten/preschool program is led by degree qualified Teachers in a long day care setting. Children explore and understand their world in an environment of safety and security. It’s where they develop the foundational literacy and numeracy skills to thrive.
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.
Joanne C.
07:21 23 Apr 24
My two kids attended here until we moved homes. The educators have all been lovely and always doing something fun with the kids. Ashleigh and Matilda were always great in helping with casual days and assist where they can. Really appreciated this when there were days my little ones needed care. I will be bringing my kids back here in a few months and look forward to being part of the Guardian family again. Thanks Ashleigh for running the best childcare centre and kinder! If you are looking for a great childcare centre, Guardian Blackburn South is a great choice.
Ria J.
02:24 17 Apr 24
Sapna S.
21:49 11 Mar 24
Sapna S.
04:08 21 Dec 23
Guardian Blackburn south is such a wonderful childcare facility. It feels so warm and welcoming like a home rather than a centre but also with such professionalism, energy and inspiration from the amazing staff. They are extremely nurturing and compassionate. My daughter joined in October and we have been nothing but impressed by the outstanding care our little girl has recieved. We feel reassured that our child is at a place where they will be safe, happy, cared for and will be enriched by a variety of both creative and structured learning. Their attention to detail is outstanding. I personally thank all the educators and the centre manager for putting in all their best possible efforts and supporting us!!!Highly recommend 👍
Sophie K.
00:06 02 May 23
Melissa H.
03:20 14 Feb 23
All the staff is very friendly and caring. The children look happy and comfortable there. We receive regular quality information about the children’s day and they really make an effort to include the child’s interest into their program. The activities are varied, fun and educational.
Fiona A.
02:21 03 Jan 23
Amazing center with wonderful people
Helen Grace W.
02:05 14 Dec 22
We've been attending since October 2020 and in particular, we're very happy with the continuity of care that our kids receive. With our families overseas, it's important to us that they know and develop good relationships with their educators and aren't trying to get to know new ones every few weeks. Compared to a previous centre, there's been very few staff changes and many of the staff have been there since we first joined. A new manager in the past few months has also led to better communication with families and efforts to create more of a community for the centre - which wasn't possible during Covid.
Monica F.
01:37 14 Dec 22
My little one has been at this childcare since she was 7 months old. It’s been more than a year and she enjoys it just the same! The centre management and her room educators have changed over time, but the culture of learning and having fun remains. The kids are looked after really well! Guardian Blackburn South Childcare has given me a peace of mind - just what every parent needs. Thank you Ada, Ashleigh, Matilda, Michelle, Belinda, Tahlia and the rest of the team. You’re doing an amazing job!
Binh T.
04:59 01 Dec 22
My daughter is in the babies room. The educators are friendly and very helpful when I asked for extra information. My daughter seem very like the food cooked by Michelle. High recommended!
Christopher O.
01:28 07 Jun 22
Love this place. My daughter comes home full of laughter and amazing stories
Catherine D.
05:19 03 Jun 22
A really wonderful centre! We are so happy here. The educators are warm, friendly and supportive and our kids have made some great friends. It’s an impressive level of education that they provide, our kids love going to childcare!
Sonia P.
12:01 02 Jun 22
Clean , open rooms with a child friendly approach to early learning . Bene here 2 years and my daughter is thriving which is thanks to the staff and their support
W Z L.
11:59 02 Jun 22
Our toddler has been attending Guardian Blackburn South since Dec 2020 and has been enjoying his journey with the Guardian team since Day 1. We are kept updated regular with news via Storypark - as parents, it’s great to feel assured that he is being looked after and given the space and opportunity to learn at the same time, keep up the good work!
Desiree J.
07:30 02 Jun 22
My kids have been at guardian almost since it opened, and have had wonderful classroom experiences. Lately one of my kids has had some emotional issues, and her educators have been absolutely wonderful in talking and working with me to address what's going on, and help her. She has needed (and received) some extra attention and care, and I couldn't be more appreciative. I feel my daughter is genuinely cared about, which is my primary want in a childcare.
Suzanne G.
06:58 02 Jun 22
Our son has been attending Guardian Blackburn South since he was 7 months of age. He’s now 2 years old and we have no intention of leaving! The staff are truly phenomenal. I’ve always been confident in the care they have given to our boy - in fact I think they do a better of job of raising him than us! The children are always doing fun activities tailored to their development levels that we simply wouldn’t do at home - either because they’re too messy or we just aren’t creative enough to come up with it! And the meals are 5 star. The children eat better than we do at home - I feel guilty when the weekend comes and I serve up jam sandwiches or something equally boring out of a packet for his lunch. The staff recognise changes in his behaviour and work with us to help weather the storm. They also work with the kids on life skills like cleaning up after themselves. Most importantly, our son really loves his time there and comes home happy every day.
Ishrat R.
06:26 02 Jun 22
Lovely team and environment for little ones! :) the educators are very dedicated at providing an enriched, tailored learning experience for both my children. My kids always look forward to their day there!
Mahmud B.
06:23 02 Jun 22
Both our toddlers love it there! Very happy with the center plus all the accomodating and friendly educators!
Nikolina D.
20:08 23 May 22
pankaj K.
21:49 09 May 21
Really a very good care for your kids , my daughter love to go over here , all the educators are excellent and there centre director is very good , thanks Megan and all ur staff for putting such great effort and take good care of the children , keep doing the great work 😊
Terri A.
06:09 29 Apr 21
Fantastic staff. Very happy leaving my boy in their care.
Thalia A.
09:51 23 Mar 21
Guardian Blackburn south always goes above and beyond every day. From day one our daughter loved going to Guardian and loved her teachers,felt very comfortable and made lots of friends.The staff, the teachers are loving and caring and always attentive to the child's and the parents needs. They taught our daughter so many things and provided guidance.Some of the things amongst others were the importance of friendship and kindness and prepared her for Big school.I would like to personally thank Carol, Lyn and Megan and all the staff at Guardian Blackburn South for their amazing work. A grateful parent, Thalia
Tahnee E.
01:47 04 Mar 21
This centre has been a great first experience of daycare. The centre manager and staff did a great job helping us settle in. Always happy to answer any questions to help us feel comfortable. Love getting the Storypark updates to know what bub is up to and having for lunch.
Kirti K.
03:32 24 Jan 21
We have lived sending our daughter to Guardian. They have responded to her needs and made her feel comfortable when she was struggling to settle in. Now she loves going there! I also love how authentic the learning experiences are engaging the environment is for the kids. Highly recommend.
Adrian C.
06:45 14 Jan 21
Our son's experience @ Guardian Blackburn South in 2019 and 2020 was amazing. He had a great relationship with his carers, from Tina, Jamie, Sarah, Jin Ting, Lyn, Carol, Roja, too many to mention. He always loved leaving the house in the morning, and hated leaving every day. He has made some great friends in his time, and he always has great stories at the end of every day. Congratulations :)
Amanda D.
04:22 09 Dec 20
We have been so impressed by the quality of service and care for our two children by the staff at Guardian Blackburn South. Megan, the Centre Director is quick to respond to any queries. All staff are friendly, professional and child-centered. The Kinder teachers make the days fun and provide regular feedback. We feel very comfortable leaving our children there and my children love their childcare days.
Nelson T
08:44 06 Oct 20
We have been sending our child to Guardian from the very start and this center is no different. The management right from the top is very good. They continually engage children in lots of activities and are very responsive to parents requests.The teachers are always keen to spend time and talk to families even if for a minute or two.My child has always enjoyed going to the center and making good friends who they wants to see the next day.
Lisa O.
05:04 01 Oct 20
We absolutely love this centre. The staff are all so friendly, experienced and caring. Their attention to detail have made this an extra special place for our son to grow and develop. They have also kept us connected throughout the closure and pandemic so that we continued to feel valued even though we could not attend the centre. The daily feedback is also very valued.
Bek A.
23:42 02 Sep 20
Such an amazing centre. Megan, the centre manager is wonderful, she is genuine and really cares about the children. The staff is very professional, well trained and caring. The staff make an effort to build connections with all children, even if they aren’t the educator for that age group. The centre is very homey,clean, and lots of outdoor playing area.And based on my experience, the staff turnover rate for this Centre is very low compared to other centres. I love this, so kids are able to grow and learn in a consistent approach!
Payam G.
09:56 30 Aug 20
My son is in the kinder room from January and I am absolutely happy with the education and care services, management, hygiene and safety, food and environment there. Big thanks and appreciation for excellent teachers and educators to raise my son in warm, welcomed and engaged environment. I like the learning concepts as my son every day has many things to share. My son loves there and miss his kinder every weekend. I strongly recommended to every one.
Tina K
12:20 27 Aug 20
My son Is going to Guardian blackburn south Since he was 4 month old and now he is 18 months old. I am very happy with the centre and the Staff members are always so friendly, caring and warm. My son shares a very good bond with the educators and misses them while he is home too. Blackburn south is managed in a very clean, hygiene and organised way. If I had any concerns, they were well addressed by the management and staff in a positive way. Guardian provides the best menu with full of nutrition and healthy meals. I am very happy with this centre and glad to see my son growing and learning in such a beautiful and healthy environment.
Ankur A.
01:22 24 Aug 20
Its an excellent childcare centre with professional and supportive educators. The environment is very homely and welcoming. Specially I like the activities which they implement for children, my son is been learning a lot and shares his learning at home with us. They emphasize on overall development of a child. Thank you Guardian Team.
Day C.
05:13 18 Aug 20
I had my son enrolled for a short time and while he was there I found the staff and educators very welcoming. His room leader Annie was beyond fantastic and he absolutely adored Paris. I loved that they made him feel so welcomed. 10/10 would recommend this centre.
Megan B.
03:31 18 Aug 20
Fantastic centre. My son started in April and absolutely loves it! Great nutritional and diverse menu that caters for all children. Great management and established team. Great educational program. Highly recommend!
Alisha H.
08:00 04 Feb 20
My daughter has been attending this centre since it opened. We cannot be happier with the educators and management. We have been made to feel welcome, had our concerns listened to and we feel part of a wider community.We love the meals (well I should say our daughter loves the meals) and the detail that is paid to the education.Most of all we love the people, their kindness and how the love and care for our daughter.We would recommend this centre to anyone.
David L.
06:43 19 Dec 19
Fantastic staff. Clean facilities. Exciting rotating seasonal menu for the kids.As a 1st time parent I couldn't be happier with the experience I've had with Guardian.
Jess M.
05:13 13 Dec 19
Everything about these guys is wonderful. From their commitment to hitting learning and development milestones, to community engagement and a push towards sustainable business practices... but most importantly the way the educators are just fantastic with the kids. My 14mth old daughter has been attending here 3x per week pretty much since they opened and she absolutely loves it. She is calm, happy and comfortable in the environment and with all the carers. And I am calm and happy knowing she is loved, healthily well-fed, entertained and stimulated on the days she can't be at home. I seriously can't thank or recommend this center enough. "Exceeded my expectations" is an understatement. This is my daughter's home away from home.
Tina S.
14:18 04 Dec 19
A great team of professional carers, chefs and admins.Absolutely love this childcare. Thanks to Jinting and Carol my son is learning so much and his confidence has grown a lot.Definitely recommend this place to whomever is looking for a good childcare for their kids.
Christina R.
06:52 23 Sep 19
Absolutely love it!!!!!!!my nephew is going there since it opened and he is happier and happier each dayThe food is delicious and there is daily update on the activities with the kids and also they upload the recipes.Clean beautiful environment and he made friends straight away
Julian J.
00:43 13 Sep 19
Clint M
07:31 03 Jun 19
Just picked up my son from his first day here. I don't know what to say. He is so so happy and excited. The staff were absolutely incredible even making me feel welcome and at ease too. They are incredible. I am so happy my son is here. Thanks so much!
Felicity V.
09:43 24 Sep 24
Teresa Z.
02:57 19 Jul 22
Every kid is different and my son needs extra attentions sometimes. I have been receiving valuable feedback (good and bad) and suggestions from educators at different stages of my son. Guardian Blackburn South team is great. There has been changes on management in the past two years. However, they handled it professionally and reduced the impact on families. The educators are friendly and professional and the chef is great! The centre upgrades the facilities on a regular basis.