Sarah
Centre Manager
Our Centre Managers are the heart of our Centres. Leading our Teachers and Educators to deliver the highest quality care and education to all children.
Open 7:00am to 6:00pm
Monday to Friday
Guardian Childcare & Education Brunswick is a great childcare choice for families living in and around Coburg, Essendon, Northcote, Fitzroy and Carlton. Located only 6km north of the Melbourne CBD, the Centre is a convenient choice for families seeking high-quality care close to home, or on the way to the city for work.
With a range of exciting, resource-rich environments – including four recently renovated outdoor spaces – children at Guardian Brunswick are encouraged to explore and learn in their own unique way. The spacious Centre boasts facilities such as a ‘tinker lab’, an indoor/outdoor classroom, mud pits, shady trees, wooden decking, and a range of age-specific play areas.
The team of professionally-certified early childhood Educators and Teachers deliver an advanced play-based and nature-inspired curriculum, as well as a leading Kindergarten Program to help prepare your child for the exciting transition to school.
At Guardian Brunswick children get out and about on regular excursions, so we have a great connection with the surrounding community. We visit local attractions such as the creek, cafes, parks, Bunnings, the library and nearby supermarkets.
With a diverse and community-minded team of Educators who have been with the Centre for a long time, we are proud to celebrate a variety of cultures and holidays throughout the year. These celebrations also provide the opportunity to teach children about diversity and the world around them.
Our on-site chef prepares five nutritionally balanced meals using seasonal ingredients every day. To further explore food at Guardian Brunswick, our Educators host hands-on cooking classes where the children get involved and enhance their understanding of good nutrition.
Begin the adventure at Guardian Brunswick today by booking a tour to explore the Centre or speaking to one of our friendly team.
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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. Please note, this will vary depending on centre opening hours.
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From 7:00am
Handover time with children, families and our friendly Educators. There’s a chance to share what’s important for the day and any news from home.
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From 7:00am
Breakfast time where families are welcome to stay and enjoy breakfast with the children.
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Morning
An opportunity to play and discover with open-plan play in family groups and multi-age groupings.
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Morning
Planned experiences. This is where the Guardian difference comes to life. Alongside our Educators your child’s exploration leads to learnings in numeracy, literacy, language, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, social skills, technology, creative arts and much more.
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Morning tea
An opportunity for children to come together for a healthy snack, often they help prepare their food alongside our carers and cook.
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Mid-morning
Individually tailored to your child’s needs and curiosity the planned experiences continue, this includes both indoor and outdoor programs.
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Lunch
Another nutritious meal expertly prepared by our cook. Families are invited to join the children for meals and excursions if they wish.
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Afternoon
If your child wants to, or needs to sleep, it’s time to rest and recharge. For children who don’t need to rest the planned experiences continue, in most cases outdoors.
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Afternoon tea
Another chance for the children to come together and re-fuel in small groups or with siblings. There is also an opportunity to rest or play together and reflect on the day.
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Pick-up
As you arrive to pick up your child, there’s a chance to speak with our Educators and share news about the day. Our Storypark App also allows you to stay in touch 24/7 wherever you are.
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End of day
Your child is encouraged to grab a light snack as they leave the centre. We’re mindful of how routines vary, throughout the day if we notice your child looking tired food will be provided.
Helpful Information
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| Age Group | Daily Fee |
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| Under 3 Years | $146.00* |
| Over 3 Years | $143.00* |
*Price before the government rebate. To calculate what Child Care Subsidy you might get back, click here.
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What we Provide
- Sunscreen
- Five nutritionally balanced meals including: Breakfast, Lunch, Morning and Afternoon tea and a late Snack at the end of the day
- Nappies
- Bibs
- Bedding
What to Bring
- Hats
- Formula and bottles
- Soft toy or comfort blanket for nap time
- Spare change of clothing
- Water bottle
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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.
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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.
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Guardian Childcare & Education Brunswick is located in a beautiful old heritage home, just a short walk from Sydney Road and Lygon Street in urban Brunswick. Although the home has been renovated, it has retained its heritage look and feel, providing a warm, inviting atmosphere that is full of natural light.
Outside the children can explore four exciting play spaces that cater for a diverse range of learning styles. There are a variety of natural materials to discover, as well as challenges they can set themselves to learn and grow. A unique indoor/outdoor room is also available for all children to wander through and enjoy, as well as quiet spaces for more passive-style learning.
We provide healthy meals each day that reflect our local community, catering for vegan, vegetarian and halal preferences, as well as any other dietary requirements. We ensure our meals have minimal refined sugars, and wholefoods are used where possible.
To give new children the best start at our centre, we offer a three day flexible orientation process. We appreciate that leaving your child in care for the first time can be stressful, so we are committed to keeping you well informed on their progress through face to face conversations, phone calls, and emails. Our open door policy means you are also welcome to come and visit your child any time throughout the day. We also have excellent relationships with our local primary schools, and can assist you with the transition process when the time comes for them to leave our centre.
Reviews (7)
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Kimberley Beck
- 3 months ago
Such a wonderful centre! All of the staff are so lovely and the variety of activities available for the children is great, highly recommend.
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Yong ying Woo
- 5 months ago
The best childcare ever! All of the educators here always go above and beyond teaching and guiding my child. Beautiful learning environmental and passionate teachers. My 3 years old would ... Read More
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Anish Anand
- 6 months ago
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Sandy McCully
- 2 years ago
I have had my kids at this centre for a few years now and extremely impressed with the director Simone. She handles everything in the right manner. I can see ... Read More
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Tarah McDonald
- 2 years ago
Blyth Street ELC is fantastic!!! Our son has been in the nursery and we couldn't have been happier with the level of care and communication. Simone, the director, is wonderful ... Read More
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Bridget Scanlon
- 2 years ago
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Nathan Zraicat
- 5 years ago
Begin the Adventure at Guardian
To explore the centre, chat with our team of Educators and learn more about our high-quality curriculum, book a tour now.
Guardian Childcare & Education Brunswick
62 Blyth Street
Brunswick, VIC, 3056
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