Guardian Childcare & Education Langwarrin South

Formerly Platypus Junction Langwarrin South

  • Keeping children safe always comes first. All of our team are committed to uphold the highest standards of child safety. Read our approach here
  • From the moment you step inside, you’ll be part of a community where children feel safe, happy, and you will feel connected every day.
  • At Guardian Langwarrin South, you’ll feel confident that your child is thriving in our great learning spaces which include a spacious outdoor play area with natural structures, sandpits, and water play, along with a vibrant veggie garden!
  • We know it’s hard to choose a childcare. Take a tour with us, and you’ll see why so many families love us. A warm community, quality learning and fun experiences each day for your child – we have got it all.

Book a tour today to see what makes our Centre special & have all your questions answered

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HOURS

Mon to Fri 6:30am to 6:30pm

ADDRESS

200 Warrandyte Rd Langwarrin, VIC, 3910

SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS

Check out our fantastic indoor and outdoor learning spaces your child will enjoy

Welcome to our Centre

Welcome to Guardian Langwarrin South.
Step inside and feel part of a community where your child’s safety and wellbeing is our priority.

Our early learning centre provides a nurturing environment for your child to grow:

• Spacious outdoor play area with a sandpit, water play, and vegetable garden
• A caring and experienced team guiding every child through our personalised To BE Me learning program
• Multiple indoor learning spaces with quality resources tailored to each age group

From six weeks through to six years, we provide high-quality education and care, including our government-funded Flying Start to School kindergarten program.
We can’t wait to welcome your family and support your child’s journey from day one.

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Meet our Centre Manager Tash and team

"At our centre, laughter fills the air as we build a strong community where every child feels they truly belong."

Daily Fees

Value for quality care. See our daily fee and your CCS-reduced cost

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Our Flying Start to School program provides a specialised 2-year curriculum for children aged 3 to 5. Our unique program has two stages - Becoming Me for 3 year olds and Being Me for 4 year olds. Using developmental milestones and continuous monitoring of your child's progress, this program is designed to make sure your child gets a flying start to school. Read more HERE

Flying start to school

Where children are supported to be brave, curious, and bold in their learning, for the best possible start to life.

Reviews from Google

4.0
(16)
Sophie N
Sophie N
00:26 18 Jul 25
isobel B.
isobel B.
23:44 02 Jul 25
Great place! All the staff are so kind and considerate of each child's needs. The programs are great and activities are even better.
Matthew S.
Matthew S.
06:42 14 Apr 25
My daughter loves coming here. The staff are awesome, although some of their sporting teams they follow are questionable. If you can manage to look past that, though, they have great communication with myself and my wife, and we couldn't be happier with how they're helping with my daughter's development
D P.
D P.
08:39 08 Apr 25
My son has been attending for the past three years, and more recently, my daughter joined two months ago. From the very beginning, our experience has been nothing short of amazing.The staff at Guardian are warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in the well-being and development of the children. I would especially like to give a shout-out to Tia, Tilly, Bronte, Simran and Belinda for the outstanding care, patience, and support they’ve shown. They’ve each made a lasting impact on my son and daughters growth and happiness, and I am so grateful for their dedication.A special mention also goes to Shan at the front desk, who is always welcoming, helpful, and an absolute delight to interact with. Her friendly presence sets the tone for each day and reflects the positive and supportive environment that Guardian consistently provides.
Alicia G.
Alicia G.
07:55 25 Mar 25
My daughter attends the “Honey Potts” room and we couldn’t be happier with the care Hayley and her team provide.Tash and the rest of the management team are also extremely pleasant to deal with.Highly recommend.
Styled By S.
Styled By S.
07:13 24 Mar 25
We love the team at Guardian Langwarrin South! Our little one started at just 5 months old and is almost 3 – and we have no plans to leave until it’s time for school.The educators are absolutely incredible – so caring, attentive, and dedicated to helping each child. It’s been wonderful to watch our daughter grow in such a supportive and nurturing environment. The programs are engaging and age-appropriate, and it’s clear that the team genuinely cares about each child’s development and happiness.We feel so grateful to have found Guardian Langwarrin South. Knowing that our daughter is in such capable and loving hands gives us so much peace of mind. We can’t recommend them highly enough!
Brittany U
Brittany U
05:34 03 Dec 24
My husband & I are happy with the care and attention given to our bub in the “honey pots” room. The staff are attentive and understanding especially with our sons (extra) needs. We feel at ease leaving bub in their care and appreciate the in app updates as well as the adorable daily photos! The admin have been helpful from the friendly & informative tour to enrolment, and answering any questions thus far too :) thank you ladies!
Aimee S.
Aimee S.
06:05 08 Oct 24
Absolutely love guardian Langwarrin South! Great educators, clean facilities and my child loves it there!
Ash K.
Ash K.
02:00 10 Oct 23
Our daughter has been with Platypus Junction Langwarrin South for about a year now and I couldn't speak more highly of them. The care they take with her, and the communication we get on her progress has been exceptional. I love how her educators consistently update the Storypark app so I can feel engaged with her daily activities. You guys are doing a great job! :)
Nathan G
Nathan G
00:53 10 Oct 23
We have been attending the Platypus Junction Langwarrin and Langwarrin South services for the past 5 years and couldn't happier with the level of care we have received for our children. Educators have built strong and meaningful relationships with our son and go above and beyond to meet his individual needs daily. Educators and center management are approachable, professional and supportive.
Ashleigh M.
Ashleigh M.
10:35 12 Apr 23
I currently have two children attending platypus junction Langwarrin south (kinder and toddler)and I cannot speak highly of enough of all the staff with whom I come into contact with. We are always updated thoroughly and specifically of our children’s’ wellbeing and activities performed throughout the day.The staff are incredibly warm and supportive of our children’s’ physical, emotional and social needs and I feel incredibly at ease dropping them off :-)
Kim M.
Kim M.
08:15 14 Dec 22
Our son has been at Platypus Langwarrin Sth since they opened earlier this year and we could not be happier with the decision we made in moving here.The standard of care, the curriculum and the updates/communication to parents can only be described as exemplary.Our son LOVES going to his ‘new daycare’ which is a stark contrast to his prior centre. He happily chats about his friends and the fun things he has done that day.
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Rhythm of the Day

We know children (and families) like routine. Whilst no two days of learning are ever the same - here's what a day at Guardian might look like.

Morning

Our friendly Nursery team of familiar educators will be there to greet you and support your baby to settle in for the day.  Breakfast time is available & families are welcome to stay and enjoy with the children. This is also a great chance for conversation to share what is important and how your baby’s night at home was.

Mid-Morning

Our nursery learning environments are set up indoors and outdoors for your baby to engage with a variety of planned experiences while they interact with our team such as exploring picture books, singing songs together. We also offer morning tea.

Middle of the Day

Dependent on the needs of every baby, we time lunch to suit the children. Team members will support your child to eat and/or have a bottle, and when they are ready, are gently settled for sleep or rest. With an open-door policy, families can enjoy lunch/bottle time with your baby if you wish.

Mid-Afternoon

Our nursery planned experiences (both indoor and outdoor) continue and there are opportunities for movement, playing games, more books and songs, or sensory exploration. Afternoon snack is provided.

End of Day

We’ll have your baby’s belongings ready for you at pick up time. The Nursery team will share information about your baby’s day and their learning, preparing you and your child for a smooth transition to your evening. Please grab a piece of fruit or snack on the way out!

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

Hat, wetbag and sunscreen

5 meals per day

5 meals per day

All incursions and excursions

All incursions and excursions

Nappies, wipes and formula

Nappies and wipes

Storypark parenting app

Storypark parenting app

Long day care hours year around

Long day care hours year around

Frequently asked questions

What we do to keep children safe

Create Safe Spaces & Practices

  • Nappy change areas are designed to have visibility windows and are set up for maximum supervision
  • Our policies also cater for team members being in sight or sound of another team member at all times.
  • Safety embedded in daily programs – by conducting daily checklists, comprehensive risk assessments, and more
  • personal phones or devices are not allowed in learning spaces.

Safe People Who Follow Safe Policies

  • Working With Children Checks for all team members. Automatic alerts if a WWCC is revoked and team member not eligible for shifts
  • Rigorous reference checks – must provide previous line managers for their past roles
  • Annual compulsory Suitability Declarations to confirm ongoing fitness to work with children
  • Mandatory reporting and speaking up – report concerns immediately and all concerns will be investigated fully
  • Ongoing mandatory training in child safety, including annual refreshers and leadership-specific modules

Controlling Access to our Centres

  • Multiple levels of security in all centres
  • All visitors must sign in and present photo ID before entry
  • All tradespeople must provide a WWCC & complete Guardian-specific induction.

Read more here

Daily Fee Information

Daily Rates

Our daily rates are all inclusive and have no additional charges for incursions / excursions or any of our learning programs. The rates shown are an estimate based on using Childcare Subsidy (CCS) subsidised hours. The CCS helps lower your out-of-pocket costs, with subsidy rates dependant on your individual family eligibility levels.

What You Might Pay After CCS
Age of Room Daily Rate 60% Subsidy 80% Subsidy
Nursery (0–2) $158.87 $68.31 $38.13
Toddler (2–3) $158.87 $68.31 $38.13
Kinder (3–5) $158.87 $68.31 $38.13

The Victorian Government offers funding to provide families up to 15 hours of Free Kindergarten a week, in addition to the Childcare Subsidy. The funding offsets the fees for three and four-year-old children that are part of the centre’s long day care Kindergarten program. Families will save up to $2,101 a year for children aged three-years-old and above in eligible long day cares in 2025. Ask for more details when you tour the centre.

What should I bring, and what do you provide?

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

Who are the team that will be looking after my child?

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Tash and team

Our Centre team, led by our experienced Centre Manager Tash, prides themselves on creating a great sense of community for all families.

Each role in the Centre is designed to work together to help create a nurturing environment for every child in each of our learning spaces.

In our Nursery Room, the dedicated team has a special role in creating secure attachments, routines, and strong relationships. Unique to Guardian nurseries is our Baby Ambassador, who is your go-to person for you and your baby’s first 12 months with us. They will know every detail about your baby: how breast or bottle milk is managed, how they like to eat, their sleeping routines, the nappies they wear, and more. With babies as young as six weeks in the Centre, it’s the Baby Ambassador’s job to work with families and Educators to help make our Nursery feel just like home.

Our Educators across the age groups work together to create fun, stimulating, and age-appropriate experiences for every child in their care. They are dedicated, experienced professionals who are allocated to a specific room so they can get to know each child individually and support their learning and development.

As part of our 2-year Flying Start to School program, we have degree-qualified Teachers who use the latest teaching practices to help your child build essential practical and social skills, ensuring they’re ready for their next big adventure—school!

Each room has a Lead Educator or Teacher who is responsible for planning and implementing an effective ongoing cycle of planning, documentation, and evaluation of the room’s learning program.

At the core of the Centre is our Cook—make sure you check out their daily menu when you visit. They help make food part of the learning journey and love seeing how children respond to new and exciting flavours.

The team is supported by a strong Leadership Team, including an Assistant Centre Manager and an Educational Leader.

Every role at the Centre is as important as the next.

How will you share updates about my child’s day?

Great communication is vital in our collaborative partnerships with families at the Centre. We have a variety of different ways we communicate with you about your child’s learning and progress:


  1. Storypark app - Stay connected to your child's day with regular updates, including photos and learning insights

  2. Pick-up and drop-off updates – Our Educators will share highlights from their day, including experiences they enjoyed, mealtimes, and naps to support your evening routine.

  3. In-room learning exchange displays make our weekly learning plans easy to see so you know what your child will be learning.

  4. Centre Newsletters – Great for community connection and wider Centre and team updates.

  5. Development documentation and meetings for your individual child’s progress.


But remember our door is always open.

What are the main features of this Centre

Our Langwarrin South childcare centre offers:

  • Quality learning programs such as Joy of Reading, Cooking and Sustainability
  • Engaging indoor learning spaces full of quality educational resources
  • Expansive outdoor play spaces with a sandpit, natural play structures, water play and veggie garden
  • On-site Chef providing fresh snacks and meals daily
  • Highly experienced Educators and degree-qualified Teachers
  • Nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, high-quality formula and bed linen provided
  • Extended hours of care each weekday from 6:30am to 6:30p,
  • Commercial grade, open plan kitchen for the on-site cook to prepare 5 healthy and nutritious meals daily
  • Children socialise over meals shared in the Piazza

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 Program

No state fee relief information available.

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.

What our families say about the centre

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