I have been with Guardian for almost 10 years now and I truly believe that they are the best child care provider coming from an educator and a mother. This ... Read More Guardian centre in particular is a perfect demonstration of how Guardian really invests in their educators and centres. The educators and management always go above and beyond and ensure my child’s development and wellbeing is well nurtured and holistic. The team here at Blackburn West are considered a family unit and will treat your child and your family as apart of their family. The curriculum here is very well implemented and the children are always learning and preparing for school readiness from nursery to kinder. The children’s curiosity is ignited by the stimulating and learning environments provided by the qualified educators to enhance their development. At Guardian children are considered global citizens with human rights the same as adults therefore preparing them for adult life. I’m extremely impressed with Guardian and will always treasure them fondly in my heart. It has been an honour working for such an amazing company and I’m extremely glad that my own children have experienced their quality of education as well. I would highly recommend this centre to anyone.

Guardian-Blackburn West is a fabulous childcare centre with high standards around hygiene, education and overall professionalism. Thanks to Julie and the staff. They are very friendly and professional. I admire ... Read More the daily learning experiences and my son loves to go to his new child care centre.

My child has attended this childcare 2 months now and the educators are absolutely amazing. I work at the centre so I know all the in and outs of how ... Read More the service operates and I trust all the carers with my son. He has received exceptional care and love from so many staff - I only feel gratitude for their work and support so I can work. Best decision ever we’ve made.

Julie and her team are fantastic. They went the extra mile to ensure that my kid is settled at the center smoothly. All the teachers and staff are very caring ... Read More and friendly and take care of the kids very well. The centre has excellent incursions and excursions and various other activities planned for the kids that focus on prepping the kids for school that helps them develop confidence, communication and self-belief. The daycare provides a healthy and variety food menu. The daycare is well maintained, neat and clean. Overall we are very happy with the childcare and my child loves going there.

Very professional and passionate team！ My little one started her Childcarehood from 3mths old. Now she is about 1 yrs with a lot excellent experience in Guardian Blackburn West. Always happily ... Read More when dropping and picking up. We can tell she is so loved in the centre, where enable her to communicate with other children, develop different abilities. Educators catch the treasure moments when she make some progress, and share photos with us, which is so nice and thoughtful. We moved recently but still would like to drive more 15mins for sending her to the place she enjoys. Many thanks to the team. I am so lucky to have my baby in such a warm centre.

Julie, Aurelia and the team are amazing! My son settle in so well now thanks to their constant support and care. Thank you so much ❤️

My niece has been attending this childcare and her transition has been made so easy with the professionalism showed by the staff! The lovely meal plans and engaging activities are ... Read More so great to hear from my niece. Highly recommend :)

My granddaughter really enjoying her time in this centre. All the educators are kind and positive to care the children. They support the children developing their knowledge and skills.

Iam a mother of three , all my children attend this center and I highly recommend this lovely childcare . The staff are very profeesioanl, helpful and caring .

I am mother of two children attending the centre and I highly recommend this lovely and cozy childcare. My children are so happy and confident and adore this friendly and ... Read More welcoming vibe at arriving.

My daughter attended to this centre. She was really happy. Julie and the team are really passionate and professional. I would strongly recommend.

My daughter attended this centre, they really care for my daughter and are kind and attentive to the children. Would definitely recommend this centre. Amazing experiences and set my ... Read More child for success.

They really take care of your child in a loving and caring way. They know everyone by the name and create a great sense of community. The menu is healthy ... Read More and with lots of variety. They are responsive, provide daily updates. and really creative on the activities they provide. My child loves going there.

The respectful, inclusive and warm environment created by the staff at Guardian makes us feel confident in leaving our child in their care. We can already see the positive impact ... Read More the educators have had on our child’s development. We’d recommend the centre to anyone looking for quality childcare!

Lovely caring educators who really care for the kids. I would recommend this centre to parents.

My daughter has been attending this centre for almost 3 months now, and she quickly adjusted to the environment. Staff are very friendly, attentive, supportive and communicative. Thank you Julie, ... Read More Donika and team for providing safe and caring environment for our daughter.

I had my daughter in the childcare since she was 6 months old. Julie, Aurelia, Kayla and rest of the wonderful team are really care for the children and their ... Read More families. Love the daily messages and photos. Thank you Guardian for helping my baby feel comfortable in your care.

Julie and the team are amazing. They understand that transition can be tough for both mum & bub. They took lots of notes re: what our little girl ... Read More enjoys & things that help her settle when she started in the nursery room. When she moved in to the toddler room, they were quick to follow up - ensuring that she is settling ok and that mum was feeling good about the change in educators. They are always looking for feedback on how they can improve & genuinely care about the kids. On top of all that, the food is amazing. They even provide breakfast treats for parents sometimes :) Guardian Childcare & Education Blackburn West is more than a daycare, its a community of caring individuals who look after the whole family... mum, dad & bub.

My son has been attending this centre for over 4 years now. The staff at Guardian Blackburn West are highly professional and quite friendly. The food they provide is diverse ... Read More and healthy. They even teach the kids on how to meditate and Chinese lessons too. My son loves the outdoor setting and looking after the veggie patches. I can't speak highly enough about the centre.

Great place for your little one! Much appreciate all the teachers’ efforts to make the children engaged with many activities.

My son has attended to this centre almost for 6 months now with medical condition. We are very happy with the service this center provided and highly recommend. Centre manager ... Read More Julie and her team are very professional, caring, helpful and responsive; We are very comfortable to send my son there. Thanks so much^^

I have been sending my daughter to Guardian Blackburn West for two months now and I am forever grateful for Julie, Donika, and all educators that have made it an ... Read More easy transition for my first child settling into the day care routine. What I value the most would be the open and honest communication between parents and educators and continuous support for improvement in all areas. Feedbacks are very welcomed and the centre is clean and well maintained.

Guardian Blackburn West is such a great childcare centre with professional, friendly and caring educators. Thanks to Julie, Aurelia and rest of the team for your hard work! Really appreciated!

Strongly recommended! My son attended this center for almost half year now and he has been well looked after. Julie, the manager and the educators at the nursery room are ... Read More passionate, supportive, caring and professional 👍👍👍. They pay attention to my baby’s physical, emotional and developmental needs. I am sure my son will grow healthily and happily in this center😊

We absolutely love this centre and our daughter enjoys learning here very much. Julie and her staff are very professional and caring. The food prepared is always so nutritious and ... Read More yummy. We are so grateful to have such service close by to us. Thank you all for your hard work and dedication to the children!

As we had moved suburbs, we had to go through the delicate process of selecting a new child care centre, and weren't sure how our toddlers would react to the ... Read More transition. Julie, Donika and the rest of the centre educators made sure that our boys reacted positively, and most importantly made them feel safe. The daily reliable updates, along with their planned indoor/outdoor activities for the coming week make us parents feel well informed. I would highly recommend this centre, and I'm glad that we made the right choice of enrolling our kids here.

Our whole family really love here. We like the small size center with sunkissed rooms, passionate and professional educators and absolutely Julie who is caring and also prompt responsive. It's ... Read More a safe and comfortable community. This is the childcare center we are looking for (We previously attended Guardian point cook East which is also fantastic and highly recommend). My daughter learnt a lot here. When everyday I pick her up, she is always happy and keep talking to me that she has a good day here.

I strongly recommend this centre to families that are looking to get the best care for their children! My little one has been so loved and cared for since day ... Read More one. I am really pleased that my child is in good hands with these well trained professionals!

very good center , staff are very nice and attentive. very happy to leave kids here. they do very good job for cova-19 plan

I wanted to thank all educators and especially Donika for looking after our son in toddler/kinder room over the last 2 years. He started here when we moved in to ... Read More the area, having changed so many daycares previously we almost lost faith in a good quality daycare until we enrolled Jordan here. He is usually a very shy boy and connects with others very slowly. We were so impressed that Donika acknowledged his personality and used her professionalism, geniune care and experience to encourage, guide and nurture him to become now a confident and well mannered lil man. We are forever grateful for the positive influence on him in preparation for his school years! Thank you for being here for us!

My daughter has attended Guardian Blackburn West for almost one year. During the year, she has been looked-after very well. She started from nursery room, which is very warm and ... Read More cozy and makes her feel connected. Now she has moved to toddler room, where she starts to make friends and bond to the educators even more. Thanks to the room leads and educators. Not to mention the centre manager Julie, who is very organized and always willing to help. Thank you the Blackburn West team. You are all amazing!

Both my daughters have attended Guardian West over the years and it feels like a second home to our family! Our girls have always been so happy and safe. It ... Read More has a really nice community feel and Julie and her team are all so friendly and caring. We couldn’t be happier and more comfortable sending our kids there! Thank you Nellie xx

We moved to Blackburn in Feb 2020 and I was really nervous about moving my then 3 year old darling daughter. The centre has exceeded my expectations on every level ... Read More and helped my daughter settle in so well. The staff really care about the children, they provided direct feedback and daily updates on Storypark. My daughter has settled in so well and loves it here. I will be sending my second daughter next year and I really can’t thank the staff enough for all they do for the children. We used to be at Nido in the city and it doesn’t even come close to how attentive and supportive the staff are. This year has been rough all round and the centre staff have been so resilient. A genuine tailored experience for all the kids and it’s managed so well by Julie, Donika and the whole team.

A wonderful centre with staff who are passionate about children, their wellbeing, education and happiness! We have been involved with the centre for many years (3 kids) and have ... Read More always been very happy across all aspects. They make each family feel at home and special, always going the extra mile to keep the kids engaged and happy. Thank you to Julie and the wonderful staff who have meant so much to our family. xx

Highly recommend !We been with the centre for many years , both kids loves their time there. All the staff are caring and they both enjoy it so much. Thank you.

I believe the good childcare is where the kids are happy there and yes, the Guardian Blackburn West makes our kids the happiest. Very dedicated staff and educators with the high ... Read More knowledge of early education, the educators have a very specific teaching plan for every day for our kids. They really making a difference everyday as I see how my son learning new things and how he is becoming independent everyday.

The staff here are amazing. We're regularly reminded of how much they care, going above and beyond wherever they can and making it a enjoyable experience for the kids and ... Read More a comforting experience for parents. We're really impressed and happy with the service provided and highly recommend.

I am very glad that enrolled my baby boy in this Center because since he started with Guardian Childcare, became much more happier, in addition, we receive regular videos and ... Read More photos regarding his activities as well as progress. The ladies who work in this centre are professional and compassionate. That is what my son wants! Thank you for making such a memorable times for us.

My son has attended this center for 2 years now. I had such a great experience that I requested a job and have been working at the center for 1.5 ... Read More years now. Not only is it a great place to work but the staff have such care and passion for their work. From day one they have worked with us to educate him. They are very respectful of our families choices including using cloth nappies. He has grown so much and loves coming to the center everyday.

Such a wonderful centre. They clearly love what they do and ensure every child is happy, settled and learning through play every day. All educators are very caring and friendly, and ... Read More always very willing to answer any questions from a parent like me. We are so happy we made the move to Guardian Chirldcare & Education Blackburn West. Highly recommended!

I recently toured Guardian Childcare & Education Blackburn West and was greeted with a warm welcome from Julie and the team. The centre was clean and the children's environments were ... Read More aesthetically pleasing. The children in the centre looked so happy and engaged in the learning experiences. I am so excited that my child will be attending this centre in the next few months.

Our little boy Hendrix has been going to Guardian (Blackburn West) for 18 months now. Julie and the team have been so amazing. They are so good with the kids. ... Read More Highly recommend!

We've been sending our son to Guardian Blackburn West for nearly three years, and have found the centre and it's carers to be attentive, compassionate and dedicated to driving the ... Read More best possible outcomes. Julie and the team are always looking to improve their programs, and eager to engage with parents on how they can make the whole learning experience better for the kids. Would recommend them to anyone looking for an outstanding place to have their children cared for.

Would highly recommend! My daughter has attended the centre for many years now and I have nothing but positive things to say. All of the staff are incredibly caring and ... Read More really make the kids feel at home. The centre is run wonderfully by Julie and each day the kids have something new and exciting to learn.

My twins have been at the centre for 5 months now and they have experienced so much. The program in the babies room is fantastic allowing the kids to develop ... Read More so many new skills. All of the educators really care about the children and their individual needs. Julie the centre manager has been wonderful and is always responsive.

Julie runs a centre that feels like a second home. The kinder program is fantastic with the educators passionate about the development of the children. There's always something interesting going ... Read More on … either incursions or excursions. The toddler room is active with loads of outdoor time. The team is always thinking of new ways to keep the children engaged, creating a happy environment. Thanks Julie and team helping us settle back in to life in Melbourne.

During our orientation and tour of this centre we felt the love and passion from the Educators and Manager as we passed through each room. We immediately jumped on the enrollment ... Read More waiting list! Which was very easy and simple to follow. The facilities are very clean and well maintained. The menu and curriculum is very impressive and we look forward to our son coming home and telling us about his day. We highly recommend having a look at this centre! Wow

I am so glad that I've change my eldest daughter to here, the educators are so caring and helpful. My youngest daughter in transit coming here too. Julie is the ... Read More most amazing principle and I cannot thank her enough for how much she cares about my kids, myself and my family.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, AND GREAT PLACE FOR OUR KIDS TO BE THERE ALLDAY, VERY CARING, FRIENDLY EDUCATORS AND MANAGER. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENT AND LOVE

THESE ARE HEART WARMING AND CARRINGS EDUCATORS HERE IN THE CENTER WHICH I THINK IS IMPORTANT. THEY LOVE KIDS AND THEY LOVE THERE JOB. WELL ORGANISED CENTER AND ACTIVITIES, I AM VERY ... Read More HAPPY TO LEAVE MY KIDS THERE ALLDAY. AND THE CENTER OPEN ON THE XMAS AND NEW YEAR PERIOD AS WELL.

Highly recommended. Dedicated, caring, responsible educators, attentive to each children’s needs. Healthy food menu with a diversity of yummy multi cultural dishes. At our orientation day Julie the centre manager ... Read More said that their objective is to teach kids to be independent, respectful, and thoughtful individuals. And I can see that now the educators are really trying their best for this. Thank you all to be a part of my daughter’s growing up journey.

Julie and the educators here are passionate about children, always approachable if we have any concerns, professional in carrying their tasks and inclusive. I really love the way this centre ... Read More teaches and incorporate in their activities with children about different cultures in Australia. My son is really happy here and really can see the improvements in him since he started here and I don't have to worry while he is in childcare here as I know the educators will take good care of him. Keep up the great work educators at Guardian Blackburn West.

A high quality childcare. Educators are warm and friendly. This centre provides different activities for kids to learn and play,my daughter really enjoys the painting session. Great place to drop your kids ... Read More here.

We can't thank Julie and the staff enough for their effort and support transitioning our first born into his first year of full time care. Every parent will experience the ... Read More same emotions we did, but it was made so much easier knowing our son was going to a place where the educators genuinely care for him. Julie, Shyla, Pam, Danni and Hani are some of his favorite people and he loves going to rugratz every day

I must say it is a right choice for sending the little one there . My son is so happy and gains lots of skills in this centre , like ... Read More drawing , dancing , singing , and communication , etc . . Even he cannot speak much words , I can feel his happiness when picking him up every time , which is what I desire from the Child Care Centre who is able to bring joyfullness and safety to these little angles . It is lucky to meet the friendly and caring staff , thank u guys , really appreciate !

Great centre, my son is so eager to go in the morning and doesn't want to leave when I pick him up in the afternoon, I believe this is a ... Read More pretty good indication that he is happy and loved there. Julie the centre manager and her team of educators does a great job with keep parents informed of what's happening at the centre. Lots of incursions are organised. I'd highly recommend this centre.

Wonderful childcare, my two kids all study here, I fell extremely satisfied. Perfect environment and professional educater in child care, especially Makkie and Donica in kinderroom, my kids love them ... Read More so much. The leader Julie is a kind person, she is professional and treat the kids like her own. good team top childcare in box Hill north and Blackburn.

Every educater works here is very kind and passionate. Especially they love kids. Also their curriculum is very efficient and interesting. That is why, my son is always happy to ... Read More go there. I strongly recommend this center.

This childcare centre is fantastic! Staff are very professional and friendly. My daughter loves to attend the centre. I would like to strongly recommend this childcare.

The centre manager Julie and toddler room educators are all friendly, responsible, and exprienced. My daughter is very happy and enjoy.

Highly recommend this childcare. We are so grateful to the educators in the babies room for all the care and support they have provided our daughter. She has lots of ... Read More fun and is developing her knowledge and skills through their developmental activities. We can tell our daughter has developed a strong bond with the educators in the babies room Shalah, Pam & Danny. Julie, the Centre Manager is passionate and is dedicated to providing educational activities so that the children can develope their knowledge. We are always kept informed about the centre and provided regular updates via photos and videos on our daughter through Storypark. We also find the other educators really professional and excellent with the children. Thank you to Julie and the fantastic educators for all their efforts, they do an amazing job!

Excellent childcare and early learning center! Everyone is friendly and showing enthusiasm in caring, guiding and teaching our kids. The manager and educators have successfully developed strong bonds with kids ... Read More and their families through regular activities. We feel that my son enjoys all activities in the Toddlers room. He is reluctant to go home everyday and is always happy to talk about friends and educators during bed time. This is our most trusted childcare that we will enrol for our 3 month old daughter

This is an excellent childcare centre. The educators are friendly and caring. I'm also impressed with a variety of creative activities prepared by the educators.My daughter feels safe and happy ... Read More in toddler room. She likes to share her experiences in the centre with us. I can tell she is rely on her educators and has lots of fun there. Lots of thanks to all the hardworking and kindhearted educators.

I have been sending my boy since he was 18 months old (now he is nearly three.) and I am so happy with this centre. Julie, the centre manager is so ... Read More caring and friendly, always welcome whenever I go to centre so I feel pleased, happy to go there I think my boy feels the same. When I have any concern about my boy she and all the educators are happy to listen trying to help me to resolve that, it seems it does not matter if it is big or just silly issue, they have very open mind. Especially if you are Korean, deifinitely recommend this centre, there is one Korean educator, Kayla, she is so caring and sweet. I am grateful to listen how my boy was going on that day in my mother laungage. So relaxed and comfortable

This is a wonderful center. The director, Julie, always has passion in education and all educators are very nice and professional. Many activities have been provided to support my son ... Read More to well develop his skills and he was always excited doing them. Sometimes we were invited to participate in the activities from which we could see the growth of my son.

My daughter started sinc 18 months old and now almost 3! We have been very pleased with everyhing in the centre! Most important part is my daughter loves her educators there!

This is a lovely space where I'd love my child to stay, play and learn. Educators are caring and friendly, facilities are in good condition. Nice child care!

Both our daughter and our son have attended this daycare centre. Our experience has been very positive and we are grateful for the amazing relationships the carers have with our ... Read More children. Julie, the manager, is so passionate- she knows all the children’s names, always keeps parents informed and up to date and looks for ways to continually improve the centre. The staff go out of their way to include the children in special activities and find out their interests. We have been so impressed with the way the centre celebrates special occasions and events such as birthdays, Fathers Day, Mothers Day etc. Our son loved helping in the kitchen and choosing a birthday cake flavour on his birthday and they recently made smoothies with the children after our son mentioned he enjoys them. We receive regular updates and photos of our child on the Storypark app.

This is the best child care centre I have never ever see before! I will definitely recommend all the families join in this centre! The educators here is very nice, ... Read More you cannot image how enjoy your kids are in here! I looooooooove it!

Both my children attend this childcare and love it. The kids look forward to playing and learning in a safe and caring environment, thanks to the amazing staff who do ... Read More a fantastic job creating these experiences.

Great Centre and absolutely amazing staff. The Rugratz team do an amazing job caring for and educating the children. My son never wants to leave!

All the staff at Rugratz are amazing and our daughter is so happy there. They really go above and beyond to take care of the children and I would highly ... Read More recommend this center.

It is a good place for daycare, so far satisfy . especially like Centre's outdoor play-space the most, north-facing, and big area. Staff are friendly

My kids are at the centre at the moment. Julie is a great leader and the carers are wonderful. Highly recommand. Love it.

It is an Excellent Center! Both my son and my daughter have been to there in last few years. The centre manager Julie managed centre very well. All the educaters ... Read More are very nice and patient. They provide lots activities, healthy meals and also get the family involved in the education. In last few months, they added more activies in the centre, like Aquarium Experience, Wild Animals Experience, Police education, Fireman education, Excursion and etc. Our kids are happy to go to center everyday and share their experience with us when they back to home.

Horrendous experience here. Son was affected for months. Bear in mind they ‘ask’ to write reviews