Open 7:00am to 6:30pm
Monday to Friday
Guardian Childcare & Education Doncaster East
Michelle L.
02:24 11 Apr 23
Great experience
Chandni K.
01:40 28 Mar 23
Katherine A.
09:49 20 Jan 23
From the moment we walked into Guardian Doncaster East my husband and I knew straight away this was where we wanted to send our son. The centre is warm and welcoming and has amazing play spaces and kitchen gardens. Being first time parents we were nervous about the whole process, but Veronica and all of the Educators have been nothing short of amazing and supportive and totally put our minds at ease. The whole team are warm, genuine and caring.Our son has attended since he was 8 months old and is now transitioning into the toddler room. We are always surprised with how quickly his learning is developing and how many great friends he has made. He is happy to attend the centre and it melts our hearts when he runs up to his educators in the morning for a cuddle. Cheenu and Claire seem to be the favourites! But we can tell he adores all of the Educators. The Educators always take the time to communicate with us about our son’s experiences and development and we really appreciate the advice they’ve given us through tricky times such as fussy eating.The centre has a chef too! Ishan is a lovely person and we always look forward to smelling his delicious cooking when we arrive in the morning and stopping to say hello and see what he is cooking. I would not hesitate to recommend this centre to any parents or parents to be.
Xi C.
23:51 03 May 22
Sammi L.
04:50 01 Mar 22
Haley C.
01:36 01 Feb 22
Incredibly engaged, warm and wonderfully supportive team, with excellent communications skills. Our son loves going to "school" to see his friends. We greatly value this investment in his early childhood education.
Ava C.
03:11 21 Dec 21
Zoe F.
20:33 28 Dec 20
Linda B.
05:33 19 Nov 20
Over the last 7 years we have been involved in this centre they have continued to show care, support and understanding of all families. Their dedication to providing loving staff who support and educate the children is excellent.
Tung L.
22:50 18 Nov 20
My son has been attending this Childcare for nearly 3 years now. Initially, my wife and I selected this place because of our first impression of a very friendly environment with lots of space for the children to play, both inside and outside. Up to now, we are very glad we made that decision.There have been times when my son struggled with problems like severe constipation or waking up too often at night. As the first-time parents, we struggled too, but every time, we always get full support from his educators with specific advice, tips from their experience.Most recently, my son got quite upset after a long lockdown. Immediately, the educators discussed with us on things we could do and together we worked out a plan to help my son, both at home and at the childcare. It worked! Now my son loves going to school and he bonds very well with his friends and all the educators. We are very happy about it and really appreciate all the services and supports from the Childcare.
Cory E.
06:48 02 Oct 20
The team at Guardian Doncaster East are absolutely amazing. My two boys have been going there since 2019 and they love it. All the educators in that centre are so very loving and caring of the children. They really get to know the children and how best they learn, as every child has different learning abilities. Nilu and her team always make time for the parents as well and if you ever need any advice on how to help improve your children's learning at home, they are more then happy to talk to you. So dont hesitate and book a tour now to see for yourself how dedicate this centre is.
Meliame A.
02:50 01 Oct 20
Both my boys go here and I dont think I can come up with the nicest words to describe Nilu and the team. They are just such wonderful, caring, and amazing educators. I can tell a big difference in their development since attending Guardian. I still remember when I first went into have a tour - the kids there were so happy and enjoying themselves that I felt confident enough to take my kids to child care. Everyone there knows what they are doing and they handle difficult behaviors so well and professionally. They love the children and you can tell since my kids love to go to child care. The staff turn over is very low so its good bonding for the kids with staff. I would recommend this place to anyone who has any doubt.
Ashley S.
23:58 06 Sep 20
I highly recommend Guardian Doncaster East; they have been nothing but helpful and attentive since day one. The centre is clean, bright and we are always greeted with a friendly welcome. The management and educators are caring, friendly, knowledgeable, professional and genuinely take pride in what they do. They always take the time to communicate with us. They get to know each child’s personality and interests to personalise their care to their individual needs. The centre has a great program with lots of different activities. There is an amazing new large outdoor play area and we couldn’t be happier sending our children here, I know that they are safe and well looked after.
Belinda S.
02:40 03 Sep 20
Both of my children attended Guardian Doncaster East from the time they were 4 months old. I have always felt that my children were safe, cared for and supported by the staff in all the rooms they were in, from the babies room right up to the Kinder room. Educators are knowledgable and professional but also have a nurturing side that is exactly what we were looking for in a child care setting. Both of my children we supported throughout their learning journey and were well adjusted and ready for school when the time came. The facility itself has undergone renovation in the past few years and is beyond expectations. The staff from Nilu in the office to all the educators in the rooms have created a welcoming and inviting space for not just my children but all children within the service and we could not be happier that we found this little gem. I would highly recommend this service to anyone in the area looking for a great place to send their children.
Angika S.
06:51 26 Aug 20
My son has been attending the centre for almost a year now. Though we loved his previous centre as well, he always used to cry while dropping him off.Since we moved to Guardian Doncaster East, he has never cried and is always looking forward to his day at the centre. That speaks a lot about the care that he gets there. He shares beautiful relationships with every educators and they show real concern towards his development.And, to top it all, whenever I go to drop him off I can smell delicious food being cooked in the kitchen. Lucky kids, eating that food!
emily Z.
09:37 25 Aug 20
The center is beautiful, program is excellent! They provide a high quality education and professional care service for the children. All of the educators are friendly and helpful. I have been sending my children here for about 4 years. Ever since they were babies, they love to play with all their friends and educators.
Anna M.
06:19 25 Aug 20
My daughter has attended Guardian Doncaster East since April 2020, after transferring from another Guardian centre to be closer to home. Nilu and the educators made us instantly feel welcome, and my daughter loves the time she spends there! All the educators are nurturing and take a keen interest in her growth and development. My husband and I are so thankful for the care and education she receives at the Centre and couldn’t recommend it more highly!
Veronica B
03:19 24 Aug 20
My child has been attending Guardian Doncaster East for over 3 years, since he was 11 months old. All the educators are friendly, caring, compassionate and knowledgeable. I am confident sending my child to this centre as I know he will be well cared for and supported to reach all his milestones. Each day he is excited to tell me all the wonderful, amazing things his educators have taught him that day. The large, bright, open rooms highlight the centres location amongst beautiful bushlands, in which the children learn about the environment.
Christine S.
00:00 19 May 17
Very good staff
- A modern, spacious Centre offering incredible learning programs and extended opening hours
- Safe, secure indoor and outdoor learning spaces filled with world-class educational resources
- Dedicated two-year funded kindergarten program that prepares children for school, with the benefits of long day care
- Multicultural team of educators and degree-qualified Teachers to support each child's growth and wellbeing
Come and see the Centre for yourself, meet the team and have all your questions answered. Book a tour today.
Hours
Mon to Fri 7:00 to 18:30
Address
100 Deep Creek Drive
Doncaster East,
VIC,
3109
Take a Look Around
Welcome to our Centre
Welcome to Guardian Childcare & Education Doncaster East! Our spacious, bright and modern early learning centre in Doncaster East provides leading learning programs in a nurturing environment for children aged six weeks to six years.
Read MoreMeet our Centre Manager
Veronica Bence
"The most important thing we as educators can do to support all children in our care is to form strong relationships with each child and partnerships with their families and carers."
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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Morning
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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Morning
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. 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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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 Doncaster East includes four spacious indoor play spaces and a range of age-specific ateliers. Outdoors features two custom-designed natural play spaces include a treehouse, water pump, a copper water wall, tepees, natural creek beds, an amphitheatre and a yarning circle (where our Kindergarten children come together to connect to country and say their Acknowledgement of Country each morning), which complements the natural backdrop of the local Mullum Mullum Creek.
The team at Guardian Childcare & Education Doncaster East organise a range of fundraising events for the children to be involved in. As part of our community focus, we have a dedicated community space, where parents and community members can spend time meeting and networking.
Our Educators take the time to provide families with up to date information on their child´s day and developmental progress. Our Educators are selected for their qualifications and expertise in the early childhood field and we pride ourselves on the quality of our care, meaningful engagement and relationships we develop with our families and learning community.
Children go on weekly excursions as part of our Out and About Program that allows all age groups to explore our local outdoor community. We engage with our local plant nursery Beasley’s where we often stop to birdwatch, look at the waterfall, find some plants to bring back to the centre or even enjoy a babyccino. As part of our Transition to School program, children and Educators engage with local Primary Schools to build community partnerships that foster a culture of learning and promote positive transitions to school.
The children and Educators often collect herbs and vegetables from the centre’s community garden, working with chef Cecilia to add them to their daily meals or use them as ingredients in cooking classes.
Michelle L.
02:24 11 Apr 23
Great experience
Chandni K.
01:40 28 Mar 23
Katherine A.
09:49 20 Jan 23
From the moment we walked into Guardian Doncaster East my husband and I knew straight away this was where we wanted to send our son. The centre is warm and welcoming and has amazing play spaces and kitchen gardens. Being first time parents we were nervous about the whole process, but Veronica and all of the Educators have been nothing short of amazing and supportive and totally put our minds at ease. The whole team are warm, genuine and caring.Our son has attended since he was 8 months old and is now transitioning into the toddler room. We are always surprised with how quickly his learning is developing and how many great friends he has made. He is happy to attend the centre and it melts our hearts when he runs up to his educators in the morning for a cuddle. Cheenu and Claire seem to be the favourites! But we can tell he adores all of the Educators. The Educators always take the time to communicate with us about our son’s experiences and development and we really appreciate the advice they’ve given us through tricky times such as fussy eating.The centre has a chef too! Ishan is a lovely person and we always look forward to smelling his delicious cooking when we arrive in the morning and stopping to say hello and see what he is cooking. I would not hesitate to recommend this centre to any parents or parents to be.
Xi C.
23:51 03 May 22
Sammi L.
04:50 01 Mar 22
Haley C.
01:36 01 Feb 22
Incredibly engaged, warm and wonderfully supportive team, with excellent communications skills. Our son loves going to "school" to see his friends. We greatly value this investment in his early childhood education.
Ava C.
03:11 21 Dec 21
Zoe F.
20:33 28 Dec 20
Linda B.
05:33 19 Nov 20
Over the last 7 years we have been involved in this centre they have continued to show care, support and understanding of all families. Their dedication to providing loving staff who support and educate the children is excellent.
Tung L.
22:50 18 Nov 20
My son has been attending this Childcare for nearly 3 years now. Initially, my wife and I selected this place because of our first impression of a very friendly environment with lots of space for the children to play, both inside and outside. Up to now, we are very glad we made that decision.There have been times when my son struggled with problems like severe constipation or waking up too often at night. As the first-time parents, we struggled too, but every time, we always get full support from his educators with specific advice, tips from their experience.Most recently, my son got quite upset after a long lockdown. Immediately, the educators discussed with us on things we could do and together we worked out a plan to help my son, both at home and at the childcare. It worked! Now my son loves going to school and he bonds very well with his friends and all the educators. We are very happy about it and really appreciate all the services and supports from the Childcare.
Cory E.
06:48 02 Oct 20
The team at Guardian Doncaster East are absolutely amazing. My two boys have been going there since 2019 and they love it. All the educators in that centre are so very loving and caring of the children. They really get to know the children and how best they learn, as every child has different learning abilities. Nilu and her team always make time for the parents as well and if you ever need any advice on how to help improve your children's learning at home, they are more then happy to talk to you. So dont hesitate and book a tour now to see for yourself how dedicate this centre is.
Meliame A.
02:50 01 Oct 20
Both my boys go here and I dont think I can come up with the nicest words to describe Nilu and the team. They are just such wonderful, caring, and amazing educators. I can tell a big difference in their development since attending Guardian. I still remember when I first went into have a tour - the kids there were so happy and enjoying themselves that I felt confident enough to take my kids to child care. Everyone there knows what they are doing and they handle difficult behaviors so well and professionally. They love the children and you can tell since my kids love to go to child care. The staff turn over is very low so its good bonding for the kids with staff. I would recommend this place to anyone who has any doubt.
Ashley S.
23:58 06 Sep 20
I highly recommend Guardian Doncaster East; they have been nothing but helpful and attentive since day one. The centre is clean, bright and we are always greeted with a friendly welcome. The management and educators are caring, friendly, knowledgeable, professional and genuinely take pride in what they do. They always take the time to communicate with us. They get to know each child’s personality and interests to personalise their care to their individual needs. The centre has a great program with lots of different activities. There is an amazing new large outdoor play area and we couldn’t be happier sending our children here, I know that they are safe and well looked after.
Belinda S.
02:40 03 Sep 20
Both of my children attended Guardian Doncaster East from the time they were 4 months old. I have always felt that my children were safe, cared for and supported by the staff in all the rooms they were in, from the babies room right up to the Kinder room. Educators are knowledgable and professional but also have a nurturing side that is exactly what we were looking for in a child care setting. Both of my children we supported throughout their learning journey and were well adjusted and ready for school when the time came. The facility itself has undergone renovation in the past few years and is beyond expectations. The staff from Nilu in the office to all the educators in the rooms have created a welcoming and inviting space for not just my children but all children within the service and we could not be happier that we found this little gem. I would highly recommend this service to anyone in the area looking for a great place to send their children.
Angika S.
06:51 26 Aug 20
My son has been attending the centre for almost a year now. Though we loved his previous centre as well, he always used to cry while dropping him off.Since we moved to Guardian Doncaster East, he has never cried and is always looking forward to his day at the centre. That speaks a lot about the care that he gets there. He shares beautiful relationships with every educators and they show real concern towards his development.And, to top it all, whenever I go to drop him off I can smell delicious food being cooked in the kitchen. Lucky kids, eating that food!
emily Z.
09:37 25 Aug 20
The center is beautiful, program is excellent! They provide a high quality education and professional care service for the children. All of the educators are friendly and helpful. I have been sending my children here for about 4 years. Ever since they were babies, they love to play with all their friends and educators.
Anna M.
06:19 25 Aug 20
My daughter has attended Guardian Doncaster East since April 2020, after transferring from another Guardian centre to be closer to home. Nilu and the educators made us instantly feel welcome, and my daughter loves the time she spends there! All the educators are nurturing and take a keen interest in her growth and development. My husband and I are so thankful for the care and education she receives at the Centre and couldn’t recommend it more highly!
Veronica B
03:19 24 Aug 20
My child has been attending Guardian Doncaster East for over 3 years, since he was 11 months old. All the educators are friendly, caring, compassionate and knowledgeable. I am confident sending my child to this centre as I know he will be well cared for and supported to reach all his milestones. Each day he is excited to tell me all the wonderful, amazing things his educators have taught him that day. The large, bright, open rooms highlight the centres location amongst beautiful bushlands, in which the children learn about the environment.
Christine S.
00:00 19 May 17
Very good staff
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