Open 7:00am to 6:30pm
Monday to Friday
Guardian Childcare & Education Kew East
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!!
Russell H.
00:13 28 Jul 22
We love Guardian Kew East! The educators are so attuned to children, and always telling us how our daughters day has been. Our daughter is so happy there and so are we as parents. Thanks team!
Johanna D.
02:15 14 Jun 22
samuel L.
00:22 23 Mar 22
Yin C.
10:40 22 Dec 21
My son has been in Guardian Kew east since May 2021. My son was shy and cried a lot, but the transition in Guardian Kew East for him was quite smoothly under the support of all teachers. They all respect children and try their best to meet their individual needs. The staff are all kind, patient and nice to the children and our family. We are quite happy with Guardian Kew East. We appreciate all they have done for my son. We are really satisfied with the center. The whole team is great! Thanks Amy!
Grace S.
05:57 24 Oct 21
I was really happy working with Amy Reaper, Centre manager and the team, children and families at Guardian Kew East as a casual educator, whilst studying towards my Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. The families and children are at Guardian Kew East's heart. Amy and so many of our team also put their heart and soul into their work, are dedicated, responsible, professional and genuinely care. If I had another baby, (but I don't!) I'd be happy for them to be cared for in this safe, caring, educating, respectful environment! Day to day, I saw the children learn. Its wonderful for them socially, to be with their peers.
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.
Sarah 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.
Aussie M.
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 Cristina (.
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.
- A vibrant, modern Centre offering incredible learning programs including music and sport
- 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
720 High Street
Kew East,
VIC,
3102
Take a Look Around
Welcome to our Centre
Welcome to Guardian Childcare & Education Kew East! Our bright, beautiful and welcoming early learning centre in Kew East provides leading learning programs in a nurturing environment for children aged six weeks to six years.
Read MoreMeet our Centre Manager
Jess Flahive
“You’re lucky enough to be different, never change” – Taylor Swift
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 or with siblings. 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 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
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What we Provide
- Sunscreen, hat and an environmentally friendly bag.
- Five nutritionally balanced meals including: Breakfast, Lunch, Morning and Afternoon tea and a late Snack at the end of the day
- Nappies
- Bibs
- Bedding
- Free drop off and pick up parking zone
What to Bring
- Expressed breastmilk or formula and bottles/cup
- Spare change of clothing
- A family photo
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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.
More about Guardian Kew East expand_more
Kew East is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria – located 8 km east from 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 2 levels, this custom-built and architecturally designed space offers expansive indoor/outdoor play areas
- Commercial grade kitchen with onsite cook who prepares five healthy and nutritious meals per day
- The kitchen is also a learning environment and features and 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 which may be available.
- Our family communication app StoryPark to keep 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!
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Guardian Childcare Kew East services a number of local areas, including: Deepdene, Balwyn, Kew, Balwyn North and Alphington.
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!!
Russell H.
00:13 28 Jul 22
We love Guardian Kew East! The educators are so attuned to children, and always telling us how our daughters day has been. Our daughter is so happy there and so are we as parents. Thanks team!
Johanna D.
02:15 14 Jun 22
samuel L.
00:22 23 Mar 22
Yin C.
10:40 22 Dec 21
My son has been in Guardian Kew east since May 2021. My son was shy and cried a lot, but the transition in Guardian Kew East for him was quite smoothly under the support of all teachers. They all respect children and try their best to meet their individual needs. The staff are all kind, patient and nice to the children and our family. We are quite happy with Guardian Kew East. We appreciate all they have done for my son. We are really satisfied with the center. The whole team is great! Thanks Amy!
Grace S.
05:57 24 Oct 21
I was really happy working with Amy Reaper, Centre manager and the team, children and families at Guardian Kew East as a casual educator, whilst studying towards my Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. The families and children are at Guardian Kew East's heart. Amy and so many of our team also put their heart and soul into their work, are dedicated, responsible, professional and genuinely care. If I had another baby, (but I don't!) I'd be happy for them to be cared for in this safe, caring, educating, respectful environment! Day to day, I saw the children learn. Its wonderful for them socially, to be with their peers.
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.
Sarah 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.
Aussie M.
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 Cristina (.
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.
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