Open 7:30am to 6:30pm
Monday to Friday
Guardian Childcare & Education Elsternwick
Christie B.
00:19 28 Jan 23
My daughter started here at 6 months old. We have been incredibly happy with all of the staff and the rooms/building/outdoor areas are lovely! I feel very safe and comfortable leaving my now 16 month old here, and she loves it. Communication has been a strong point from all staff, from admin to room leaders and even the occasional casual staff member. They have done so well creating a warm and friendly environment.
Rhi S
03:58 04 Oct 22
My son has been going to this centre for 7 months. In this time the educators have become like a second family. They are so caring and friendly. Their communication is fantastic from the leadership of the centre manager to the educators. I am always comfortable knowing my son is in a safe and caring environment where he can excel.
Theekshna De S.
11:19 03 Aug 22
Excellent childcare centre with wonderful staff. We moved our toddler out to another centre which was closer to home and ended up moving him back to Guardian Elsternwick despite the distance, as it is so well managed, with regular known staff who really care about the kids.Our toddler loves his time at daycare and is happy to be back!
AnaQuesadaEle S.
02:08 26 Apr 22
Our child is very happy, he is learning a lot and building his confidence in a new language with new friends and educators, so we are very proud of him but also very happy with the choice of the centre and everything they are doing to push him through this new experience.
Zena I.
02:18 01 Feb 22
Jade D.
06:31 15 Oct 21
Could not ask for more from a childcare. The staff are wonderful and the facilities are great with open indoor/outdoor play rooms. My son loves going here and we highly recommend it for any family.
Generosity W.
11:09 31 Aug 20
Such caring staff! they know every child individually and the centre is clean, well organised and extremely welcoming. I feel 100% safe leaving my child with them in every way because I know they will be both protected and cared for.
Felicity G.
00:38 31 Aug 20
Moved my baby here after a disappointing experience at another childcare. Could not be happier with the level of care my daughter now has. Great staff and lovely environment.
Lucas M.
09:30 30 Aug 20
Both our kids attend Guardian Elsternwick, we adore the friendly and personable staff. They have always been accommodating, open and warm, very attentive to our kids needs and flexible. Highly recommend them!
Ellen L.
04:16 28 Aug 20
This is the place to send your kids! Our son has been attending since he was about 11 months old and we have had such positive experiences. All the educators and staff are amazing, showing genuine care and interest in seeing the little people grow and develop. My son is now in his final year there and he just loves it. There is a wonderful culture throughout the whole centre and the children learn so much about being a part of a community. Couldn’t be happier that this is where our son has spent his earliest years.
Amy P
11:03 18 Aug 20
Friendly staff and lovely educators , a great child care centre in the community.
Ben R.
08:35 06 May 17
- Leading programs where children aged six-weeks to six years learn and discover through play.
- Highly experienced Educators and degree-qualified Teachers support children to grow and thrive.
- Safe, secure environments that support children’s social and emotional development.
- A specialist two-year kindergarten program that prepares children for school, with the benefits of long day care.
Come and see the Centre for yourself, meet the team and have all your questions answered. Book a tour today.
Our centre has been recognised as ‘Exceeding’ the National Quality Standard. This is the highest rating you can receive from a regulatory authority assessment and we are proud to deliver an exceptional service to the children and families who attend our centre.
Hours
Mon to Fri 7:30 to 18:30
Address
241 Kooyong Road
Elsternwick, VIC, 3185
Take a Look Around
Welcome to our Centre
Guardian Childcare & Education Elsternwick is one of more than 40 high quality Guardian Childcare Centres across Victoria. The Centre boasts a range of exciting, indoor and outdoor learning environments, including a treehouse, water pumps, a creek bed, natural play structures and a range of age-specific spaces and play areas.
Read MoreMeet our Centre Manager
Kate Sampson
"My goal is to ensure all children are respected for who they are and what magical knowledge they bring to the centre."
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 chef.
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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 chef. 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 Elsternwick is nestled in leafy suburbia, in a purpose built early learning facility that is designed to feel like home. The centre is filled with natural sunlight, creating a fresh and inviting environment.
We offer numerous outdoor environments that are developmentally appropriate where the children can explore and interact at their own pace, and create their own spaces. The downstairs yard is littered with trees that offer ample shade, and a lovely expansive deck joins all rooms. Opposite we have an open spacious yard that offers endless exploration in the form of sandpits, outdoor kitchen, river bed and our tree house. Above on the first floor, two natural yards offer endless fun in the form of sandpits, decking, a construction patch for digging and an outdoor kitchen. The children especially love tending to the vegetable patches they created, and having the fruits of their labour included in their daily meals.
We create balanced and nutritious meals inspired by cultures from around the world, with plenty of variety to encourage children to try new foods with their peers. Our menu is signed off by a dietician, and families are encouraged to submit their own ideas on what could be included.
Our connections with the world around us help to enhance the children’s experience. Each year we connect with the local community through fundraising activities that support key charities. We also make the transition to school that much easier through our strong connections with local schools, who allow our children to participate in fun excursions and joint projects.
Our passionate and dedicated educators keep families well informed on their child’s development, and encourage participation in our programs and feedback on how we can do things better.
To speak with one of our educators and find out more about how we operate, please contact us.
Christie B.
00:19 28 Jan 23
My daughter started here at 6 months old. We have been incredibly happy with all of the staff and the rooms/building/outdoor areas are lovely! I feel very safe and comfortable leaving my now 16 month old here, and she loves it. Communication has been a strong point from all staff, from admin to room leaders and even the occasional casual staff member. They have done so well creating a warm and friendly environment.
Rhi S
03:58 04 Oct 22
My son has been going to this centre for 7 months. In this time the educators have become like a second family. They are so caring and friendly. Their communication is fantastic from the leadership of the centre manager to the educators. I am always comfortable knowing my son is in a safe and caring environment where he can excel.
Theekshna De S.
11:19 03 Aug 22
Excellent childcare centre with wonderful staff. We moved our toddler out to another centre which was closer to home and ended up moving him back to Guardian Elsternwick despite the distance, as it is so well managed, with regular known staff who really care about the kids.Our toddler loves his time at daycare and is happy to be back!
AnaQuesadaEle S.
02:08 26 Apr 22
Our child is very happy, he is learning a lot and building his confidence in a new language with new friends and educators, so we are very proud of him but also very happy with the choice of the centre and everything they are doing to push him through this new experience.
Zena I.
02:18 01 Feb 22
Jade D.
06:31 15 Oct 21
Could not ask for more from a childcare. The staff are wonderful and the facilities are great with open indoor/outdoor play rooms. My son loves going here and we highly recommend it for any family.
Generosity W.
11:09 31 Aug 20
Such caring staff! they know every child individually and the centre is clean, well organised and extremely welcoming. I feel 100% safe leaving my child with them in every way because I know they will be both protected and cared for.
Felicity G.
00:38 31 Aug 20
Moved my baby here after a disappointing experience at another childcare. Could not be happier with the level of care my daughter now has. Great staff and lovely environment.
Lucas M.
09:30 30 Aug 20
Both our kids attend Guardian Elsternwick, we adore the friendly and personable staff. They have always been accommodating, open and warm, very attentive to our kids needs and flexible. Highly recommend them!
Ellen L.
04:16 28 Aug 20
This is the place to send your kids! Our son has been attending since he was about 11 months old and we have had such positive experiences. All the educators and staff are amazing, showing genuine care and interest in seeing the little people grow and develop. My son is now in his final year there and he just loves it. There is a wonderful culture throughout the whole centre and the children learn so much about being a part of a community. Couldn’t be happier that this is where our son has spent his earliest years.
Amy P
11:03 18 Aug 20
Friendly staff and lovely educators , a great child care centre in the community.
Ben R.
08:35 06 May 17
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.
