Guardian Childcare & Education Mulgrave East

Guardian Childcare & Education Mulgrave East is conveniently located south-east of the Melbourne CBD, and ideal for families in the suburbs of Notting Hill, Wheelers Hill, Clayton, Glen Waverley and Springvale.

The Centre boasts light and spacious interior and exteriors, including herb and vegetable gardens, a treehouse, a creek bed, water play area, and natural play structures where children are encouraged to explore and learn.

The Teachers and Educators at Guardian Mulgrave East provide wonderful learning programs for the children, including a leading Kindergarten Program for those preparing for the transition to primary school.

At the heart of our Centre is a piazza where parents and children gather for family breakfast each morning, served by our on-site cook who also prepares a range of delicious and nutritious meals in the Centre kitchen. We also offer hands-on cooking experiences for the children to further their nutrition knowledge and to encourage them to try new foods.

We are proud to have such a culturally diverse team of Educators and celebrate a variety of cultures and holidays in our Centre throughout the year. And as part of our community focus, the children enjoy excursions into the local neighbourhood to locations such as local cafes, parks, and visiting the families who work in our complex.

Begin the adventure at Guardian Mulgrave East today by booking a tour or speaking to 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.

  • From 6:30am

    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.

  • From 6:30am

    Breakfast time where families are welcome to stay and enjoy breakfast with the children.

  • Morning

    An opportunity to play and discover with open-plan play in family groups and multi-age groupings.

  • 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.

  • Morning tea

    An opportunity for children to come together for a healthy snack, often they help prepare their food alongside our carers and cook.

  • Mid-morning

    Individually tailored to your child’s needs and curiosity the planned experiences continue, this includes both indoor and outdoor programs.

  • Lunch

    Another nutritious meal expertly prepared by our cook. Families are invited to join the children for meals and excursions if they wish.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • End of day

    Your child is encouraged to grab a light snack before 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

Opening Hours

Open 6:30am to 6:30pm
Monday to Friday

Fee Information

Age Group Daily Fee
Less Than 3 Years $130.00*
Over 3 Years $128.00*

*Price before the government rebate. To calculate what Child Care Subsidy you might get back, click here.

Good to Know - What to Bring

What we Provide

  • Sunscreen
  • Five nutritionally balanced meals, cooked on site, including: Breakfast, Lunch, Morning and Afternoon Tea and a late Snack at the end of the day
  • Bibs
  • Nappies
  • Bedding
  • Water Bottles

What to Bring

  • Soft toy or comfort blanket for nap time
  • Formula
  • Hats
  • Spare change of clothing

Our Educators

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.

You and Your Child

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.

Learn More About Our Centre

About Guardian Childcare & Education Mulgrave East:

Children of all ages will find enjoyment in discovering the light-filled indoor and outdoor learning spaces which will feature:

  • A huge outdoor play area featuring natural gardens, climbing structures, natural play equipment, sand-pits and water play
  • Reggio Emilia inspired floor plan including atelier, art studio, piazza and stage
  • Parent rooms
  • Drop off & pick on ground car parking spots are allocated directly adjacent to the entry
  • Commercial grade, open plan kitchen with onsite cook, providing nutritionally balanced meals catering for all children’s dietary needs

It is within these learning environments that our team of dedicated and passionate educators implement the Guardian curriculum – a Reggio Emilia inspired play-based, child-led early learning philosophy which encompasses literacy, numeracy, science, art, music, and language, underpinned by a focus on social and emotional development.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Guardian community at Mulgrave. To stay updated on the open date and tour times, please make an enquiry or call 13 82 30.

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.

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