Open 7:00am to 6:30pm
Monday to Friday
HOURS
Mon to Fri 7:00am to 6:30pm
ADDRESS
720 High Street Kew East, VIC, 3102
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 Childcare & Education Kew East! Our bright, beautiful and welcoming early learning long day care centre in Kew East provides leading learning programs in a nurturing environment for children aged six weeks to six years. Our Kew East child care centre is an excellent choice for local families wanting high-quality education and care for their child in a nurturing environment.
- 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, bike track 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 7am to 6.30pm
Meet our Centre Manager Agnes
"I am passionate in building positive relationship with children, families and staff to provide the best environment and support for our children's care and education. I believe children are unique individuals who thrive and grow when they feel secured and supported. I'm looking forward to meeting all of you and starting our partnership soon."
Where children are supported to be brave, curious, and bold in their learning, for the best possible start to life.
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.
With endless possibilities, there’s never a dull moment and no two days are the same.
Handover time with children, families and our friendly Educators. There's a chance for conversation to share what's important for the day/what's happened the night before at home.
Breakfast time where families are welcome to stay and enjoy breakfast with the children.
As children are arriving and families are coming and going, there's an opportunity for play as well as family grouping, open-plan play and multi-age grouping.
There's an opportunity for children to come together and enjoy morning tea.
Following morning tea, the planned experiences continue. This includes both indoor and outdoor programs.
There's an opportunity for children to come together for lunch. With an open-door policy, families are able to join the centre for meals and excursion if they wish.
For children who want to, or need to, there's an opportunity to sleep, rest or relax. For children who don't need to rest, there are planned experiences, which are more likely to be outdoors.
Children come together for afternoon tea in small groups or with siblings (they can also rest and play together, too). This time also presents an opportunity to reflect on the day.
As families arrive to pick up children, there's an opportunity to speak to Educators and share information about the day.
Some centres offer early tea or light snack at the end of the day, which they can grab as they leave the centre. We’re mindful of how routines vary at home, so if throughout the day, we notice children look tired, food will be provided.
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
5 meals per day
All incursions and excursions
Nappies and wipes
Storypark parenting app
Long day care hours year around
Helpful Information
Opening Hours
What to Bring
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
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
Kew East is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria – located 8 km east of Melbourne’s CBD. Its local government area is the City of Boroondara.
Guardian Kew East is one of more than 40 Guardian childcare centres in and around Melbourne. The Centre boasts a number of features:
• Spread over two levels, this custom-built and architecturally designed space offers expansive indoor/outdoor play areas
• Commercial-grade kitchen with an onsite cook who prepares five healthy and nutritious meals per day
• The kitchen is also a learning environment and features an open servery, giving visibility to the process of food preparation and promoting interaction with the cook
• Meals are shared together in the piazza, where children assist in setting the table, serving their own food and cleaning up afterwards.
Plus, the Centre has a long-standing and passionate Centre Manager, Janene – read more about Janene and her approach to childcare at Guadian Kew East.
What are you most excited about working with children on/teaching children about and why?
“Most of the excitement about working with children for me is the care aspect of what we do. Building bonds and relationships with children and their families is so special to me. I also love watching the children explore, learn and make connections both with people and with their development. I think people often underestimate children and their abilities, so I love showing families and Educators what the children are capable of and how important the process of that learning is, rather than the end product.”
At Guardian Kew East The children also have the opportunity to participate in our regular Out and About Program, which with the luxury of our Octopram, means children of all ages can be a part of these exciting excursions. The children make regular visits to build on our connection to our local community to places such as the local fruit shop, local cafes, local parks and travelling on the tram to The Kew Library.
At Guardian Kew East we prioritise working with families, not just children because we understand that a true family childcare service should focus on childhood education as well as connecting your young ones to the community and preparing them for school.
We value the role of families as a child’s first teacher and we’re committed to developing trusting relationships by listening and responding to families about all aspects of their child’s learning and development. So, our approach is focused on the latest research and insights into how children learn best, and the specific skills they will need to thrive in the 21st Century.
With extended standard hours and a goal to create the best educational programs for children in the country, we’re here for you during those crucial Kindergarten years.
We also offer a number of additional benefits for busy families, such as:
• Designated drop-off and pick-up zones to assist with those busy mornings and afternoons.
• Casual care days where possible.
• Assisting you with government subsidies and entitlements to help you make the most of the financial support that may be available.
• Our family communication app StoryPark keeps you informed throughout the day.
• We hold parent and educator sessions to keep you informed of your child’s individual progress.
Come and experience the difference at Guardian Kew East by booking a tour today!
Areas that this Centre services
Guardian Childcare Kew East services a number of local areas, including: Deepdene, Balwyn, Kew, Balwyn North and Alphington.
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
Our specialist two-year kindergarten/preschool program is led by degree qualified Teachers in a long day care setting. Children explore and understand their world in an environment of safety and security. It’s where they develop the foundational literacy and numeracy skills to thrive.
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.
Aaron T.
00:26 25 Jul 24
My boy has gone to Guardian Kew East since he was 4 months. He is nearly 2. My oldest child went to 3 different day cares so this is our 4th and this by far the best experience we have ever had. The staff are absolutely incredible! Most importantly such little turnover and that always says a lot about a business! Cannot recommend enough if you want your child to be happy and under great care.
Jessica J.
06:32 18 Jun 24
My partner and I have two girls at Guardian Kew East and each night we look forward to getting updates and photos on what they got up to that day, it’s the best! We also love the “What I saw today”stories that their educators send.Management are very hands on and the staff are always so friendly, helpful and generous with their time. It is always a lovely and welcoming environment to walk into for the children and their families.
m n
00:35 17 Jun 24
My child is thriving, happy, social and loves going each day. He is enjoying experiences with music and instruments, excursions around the neighbourhood, and broad based learning. I love hearing about his day on the drive home and being able to catch up on his activities through the story park app. The educators are lovely and truly care about the children.
Dylan T.
08:50 07 Jun 24
We would not hesitate to recommend this centre and the team! Our son started here at 8 months and 2 years later we are very happy with his development. The whole team is very understanding, caring and kind. The care has always been tailored to him and his needs and all staff take time to build relationships with all children and parents!
Brittany H.
02:45 03 Jun 24
The staff at Guardian Kew East are dedicated to fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. They genuinely care for the kids and create their own relationships. Every day parents are provided updates on meals, sleep and photos of their daily activities. My favourite part has to be the excursions they have, baby chinos and passing construction sites! During pick ups, educators greet me with conversation and updates on what my son has been up to.
Alex T.
01:47 13 Feb 24
I was picking up my son and some of the new staff members didn’t recognise me, so had to go through a complete identify proof 😁. Very impressed with this place security standards ☺️☺️☺️
mark B.
02:25 08 Jan 24
Staff are very lovely and accommodating to me and my partner and most of all my daughter we love the team there at Kew east
Roxanne T.
23:35 20 Dec 23
Beautiful place for our baby, we love everyone in there ⭐️
Zoe C.
22:28 19 Dec 23
Over span of four children, all utilising different forms of care (the three oldest only in sessional Kinder only), this child care centre was by far the best experience we have had. It felt as though my daughter was recognised for who she was and how she best learnt and played. I picked my daughter up at varied times of day, and work near by so would drop in occasionally, every time I attended Guardian, Kew East, I found a room full of happy children, who were engaged in an activity with the educators. I was sad to say goodbye to this home away from home for my youngest.
23:54 20 Sep 23
Been coming this specific Kew East Guardian since my baby was 1 year old. I'm so grateful and happy that it is close to my house and all the educated staff and everyone here are so careful and always listening to our words . Again, I really recommend Parents and children to this particular Childcare and Kinder . . Especially now they are under awesome management. ❤️
Calvin I.
11:35 12 Sep 23
I would rate 6 stars for this center. My child goes here and she absolutely adores all the educators in the centre. The care that she receives is priceless. The whole process from tour to enroll to have orientations, is fabulous.Nothing feels better than knowing you child loves to go to care and the educators’ 110% efforts and love in your child. The learning is amazing and that I know that 80% of that is from the Guardian curriculum program and maybe 20% is from home.Highly recommend this place to you all.
Tenille M.
10:37 13 Aug 23
We are so happy with the level of care our kids are provided at this centre! The staff are all wonderful and the centre director is fantastic. The centre has beautiful facilities and my kids love going! ☺️
Deirdre De F.
11:09 15 May 23
We have had our two girls enrolled in Guardian both since under a year old. All of the carers are incredible, and the center is warm and friendly. There is always great communication on the learning programs, routines, meals etc through the app. Management have recently stepped up with the extras like incursions, family days, and bringing the community together. I trust that my children are in wonderful care and I would highly recommend the centre to other families.
Sylvia Q.
17:23 28 Apr 23
My son attended this day care for roughly 3.5 years, over this time the love, care and attention to details in his learning and development was expectational. The team took so much time to understand his challenges and strengths as well as any issues that arose such as toilet training, general accidents grazing his knees in the play area were always handled with the greatest level of sensitivity, professionalism and respectfully to my parental wishes and instructions. All the team worked so hard and as a result I saw my son gained momentous amount of confidence, understanding and beautiful friendships within the centre. I was so emotional to pull him out of the centre but as we moved to a different part of Melbourne I was unable to continue his preschool education here. I highly recommend this centre with the greatest confidence.
Katrina A.
12:13 03 Apr 23
Guardian Kew East is a wonderful childhood and early education centre populated by excellent staff, management, educators and kids. My son has been with Guardian since he was a 1 year old and he is now 4 and well into the kinder program and thriving. He is enrolled 3 days a week and genuinely looks forward to seeing his friends and educators every time. He is engaged, socialised, eats well and receives creative and interesting education and experiences. The team at Guardian put a lot of effort into the kids and take the time to understand individual needs. Special shout out to Amy and Lili for always taking time to work through challenges and to offer insight and praise with kindness and understanding. I highly recommend Guardian Kew East and thank you all for taking such good care of my beautiful boy!
Karla C.
10:19 30 Mar 23
My daughter has attended Guardian since November 2021 and has really thrived in the environment. She adores the educators and has learnt so much in her time there - she is always surprising us with what she has learnt. Most importantly though she feels safe and secure. I barely score a wave goodbye as she enters the centre too excited to see her educators and friends, and enjoy the wonderful activities planned for the day. The staff are all wonderful and communication with families is excellent. They have created a really fantastic community. I feel reassured that my son will also thrive when he starts at the centre later this year. It makes the mum-guilt of going to work so much easier knowing they will be loved and cared for. Thank you Guardian!!
Emily E.
09:19 30 Mar 23
The best! Our two have been attending Guardian Kew East for 3 years. The team is lovely and caring for the children. I love to read the daily summaries of what each group have been learning and seeing the pics of the day. The best thing about Guardian Kew East is the community spirit. Parents are very welcome at the centre. The team are approachable and happy to customise things for you little ones, like sleep times, bottles, food and dietary requirements. The teachers are qualified and have a great way engaging with each age group. Great work!
Shaley I.
02:15 30 Mar 23
I would recommend this center to everyone!!Amazing center manager and the team is so passionate and caring. The best part of the centre? Jess the center manager is the best!!! I can see there are more community events, more team building events and lots of more!!
Johanna D.
02:15 14 Jun 22
samuel L.
00:22 23 Mar 22
Sonya C.
03:58 01 Jul 21
I have had my daughter enrolled with the Kew east Centre from 6 months of age. The staff couldn’t have been more supportive with the transition from my full time care to theirs. Every staff member has been so attentive to my daughters every need through every developmental stage.My daughters smile every morning at drop off speaks louder than any review. I can’t recommend this Centre any more highly.
Amelia M
09:58 04 Mar 21
We love this centre. It's our third guardian centre (we have moved several times in the last couple of years) and our little one is now in her second year there. Amy is a wonderful manager and her passion for quality education and care is evident. Nghi does a wonderful job with the kinder kids and clearly cares about the children in her kindergarten program, taking the time to reach out to all the parents to build those relationships. The carers greet my child by name each day and she leaves there happy and covered in dirt and paint and water and all the things that kids love doing. Guardian follow Reggio Emilia approach and the environment full of natural materials, child-led learning and opportunities both in and outside the classroom are truly valuable. If you're looking for a wonderful childcare I'd check them out.
Dale R.
09:31 01 Mar 21
We love this centre! My daughter has been there for nearly 2 years now. She always goes in happily and has a wide variety of learning experiences offered to her throughout the day. (Which we get to see each day on the Storypark App).We have been impressed with the level of care and communication. And appreciate the smiling faces when we drop off and pick up. I can’t recommend this centre highly enough.
S C
08:39 08 Feb 21
My son has been attending for two years now. And yes, like some of the reviews in the last year, management had really gone down hill. But, Amy the new centre manager, has really turned the centre around in the last few months. The centre is better than when I first enrolled. She has really put her heart and soul into the space and children. The permanent staff also seem much happier and it really shows with the kids.Spaces are cleaner and brighter and upgrades are taking place. My child eats more now with the new chef. Updates to parents are much better and the kids have so much fun.I have another little one about to join the babies group and I have complete faith in the team.
Keet
00:51 06 Feb 21
Now under fantastic management. The centre manager goes out of her way to help with questions. My 2 girls love the new center manager.
Felipe B.
05:38 02 Aug 20
Oana C.
22:16 17 Sep 19
My baby boy was with the centre for almost a year last year. And I’m bringing him back in January. (I transferred him for this year to Guardian FoxKids Brighton East due to my work).I’m very pleased with the level of care, cleanliness and professionalism that Guardian has to offer.Kew East centre is also modern looking and great space for kiddies to run around, which is a plus for me.I’m looking forward to next year, as I know my boy is in good hands.
Anna B.
06:09 01 Apr 19
Natalie W
17:31 22 Mar 19
The staff at Guardian are friendly and hard working. The building and facilities are incredible, there is so much space for the kids to explore. The center has been very well planned and designed. We love the open-plan environment.
Arash A
04:53 01 Mar 24
Gulsen has been a blessing for our children at the Kew East Early Learning Center. Her warmth, care, and approach to nurturing their curiosity have made their early education a joyous journey. we’re thankful for her communication and the positive impact she’s had on our family.