Open 7:30am to 6:30pm
Monday to Friday
Guardian Childcare & Education Collins Street
Mona Golestan F.
00:04 04 Oct 22
Wonderful caring team. As a parent I feel very good when seeing my son joins educators and kids happily and he is happy when I pick him up. The strength of the team can be recognised better when there is a difficult situation. We always had a great support from Guardian 101 Collins street.
Ali M.
23:31 03 Oct 22
A welcoming and fantastic daycare and kinder. The educators have a caring nature, and helped our son to develop. The team are looking after individual kid needs and tailor the program to suit all children. They are very attentive with our son and inclusive. It always felt like a second home for our Son! We have been extremely happy with Guardian Childcare & Education Collins Street, and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a warm, friendly and genuinely caring and educational environment for your kids.
Barbara L.
04:57 20 Sep 22
We love Guardian at Collins. The team has been amazing from day 1 and our two children are so well cared for at the centre. We love the staff and the program plus the food is amazing. We are so happy with this centre and kudos to the amazing team of staff.
Nicole T.
11:28 15 Sep 22
The educators @ Guardian Collins Street are amazing. We are extremely happy with Shiv and all her team of educators on level 8 and level 9. Most importantly our kids are happy, comfortable and feel safe at the centre.
masoom P.
03:12 14 Sep 22
Faultless kindergarten, the center manager and entire staff are amazing. Special thanks for the flexibility offered.A lot of genuine care for the children :) . Our daughter has been in little explorer for 6 weeks and the team has helped her settle in very well.
Adela B.
09:45 19 Dec 21
My first child spent 3 wonderful years at Guardian 101 Collins as we both work nearby. The location is excellent for us. The centre provided everything for us so we literally walked in with the child and walked out. The staff was always lovely and the management team was very responsive to our emails. We were happy with the meals provided and the range of curriculum/activities they offered.My child made a seamless transition into sessional kindergarten and we are grateful for our positive experience with Guardian 101 in his early years.
India S.
09:17 16 Oct 20
Our little one has been going here 3 days per week for over a year. The educators are top notch and really care about the kids as individuals. Our daughter has learned so much, and absolutely loves attending. They learn about yoga, art, aboriginal culture, numbers, and international topics. The food is amazing too. I can't praise Guardian enough, it is a little more pricey than some other centre's but well worth it.
Sprouts Y.
04:18 22 Jun 20
Jennifer M.
11:16 24 Mar 20
Amazing childcare at the top end of the CBD in Melbourne. Sprawling play areas and lots of educational games and lessons provided for the babies and older children. The carers are genuinely interested in ensuring the kids are happy and occupied. Have been very pleased with the centre’s communication, both directly, and via the StoryPark app. Would not hesitate to recommend the centre, our little one loves it.
Syd
01:49 22 Jan 20
A great child care centre in the heart of the city. The girls that work here are all passionate, lovely educators who take a genuine interest in your child. Their app (Storypark) with daily updates is a great way to see what they have learnt that day. Highly recommend.
Wendy Di F.
07:46 06 Jan 20
Today was the last day my son Elias (9 months old) spent in this centre as we are transitioning him to a centre near home. My husband and I can’t appreciate enough for the love and care my son have received from the educators. Huge thank you to Sophie, Gemma, Neri - You guys are AMAZING. You show genuine love and care to the babies and because of you my husband and I could walk out the centre comfortably knowing that our son will have a good day. Thank you thank you thank you xx ! Sad to say goodby as we have no idea if the new centre will match to this one!
James F.
07:39 06 Jan 20
The staff for the babies room are excellent. Our son loved to see the educators in the morning, and we always knew he was well looked after. Thank you.
Michael A.
09:02 19 Dec 18
- Large, friendly centre with 104 places, based in the Melbourne CBD.
- Located close to offices, shops and cafes.
- Walking distance to multiple tram stops and Parliament Train Station.
- Experienced team of passionate Educators and degree-qualified Teachers from diverse backgrounds who support children’s growth and development.
Come and see the Centre for yourself, meet the team and have all your questions answered. Book a tour today.
Hours
Mon to Fri 7:30 to 18:30
Address
Level 9 , 84 Flinders Lane
Melbourne,
VIC,
3000
Entry via 84 Flinders Lane, Please proceed to reception located on Level 9
Take a Look Around
Welcome to our Centre
Guardian Childcare & Education Collins Street is conveniently located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, which means families can access the highest quality education and care in close proximity to work. All with less rushing around and more time with your child!
Read MoreMeet our Centre Manager
Shivalika Sundriyal
"I am excited and passionate about being part of their amazing learning process and seeing them grow from babies to transitioning to school"
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
- Mandarin speaking classes for ages 2+
- Hats
- 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
- Nappies
- Bibs
- Bedding
- Formula and bottles
What to Bring
- 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 Centres provide over 11,000 families across Australia with the peace of mind and confidence that their child is receiving the best education and care every single day. Providing long day care as well as vacation care, Guardian Collins Street is no different.
Staffed by a team of highly professional and experienced Educators, we provide a bright and inspiring space that caters to all interests and levels of development. Our multicultural Educators bring a range of languages into the Centre including Mandarin, Arabic, French, Greek, Pilipino, Indonesian and Indian.
We offer delicious, seasonal and nutritionally-balanced meals that are specially crafted by our in-house chefs to give children all the nutrients that growing minds and bodies need. Our family dining area encourages families to have breakfast with us (we provide a selection of cereals, toast, spreads and fruit) to help bridge the gap from home to care, creating quality family time and a smooth transition to the start of the working and learning day ahead.
Our unique curriculum prepares children for successful lifelong learning, and our specially designed indoor and outdoor environments have been created to promote learning, curiosity and adventure, as well as provide the space for all-important quiet time and rest.
We love taking our children out on daily excursions into the CBD and surrounds in our eight-seater prams. For these children, the city is their teacher and they love indulging in the culture and creativity on offer. Excursions include visits to the library, art gallery, gardens, playgrounds, museum, cafes and even the graffiti covered lanes of the CBD.
We’re passionate about building relationships with all of our families, and believe that two-way communication is of paramount importance. So whether you have questions, feedback, or suggestions on how we can make the Guardian experience even better for you and your child, we’re always happy to have a chat and develop something that works for you. Our open door policy means that families are welcome to come in at any time throughout the day to play, feed or just to say hi.
To find out more about the special experiences at our Centre, please call our friendly team today on 13 82 30.
Mona Golestan F.
00:04 04 Oct 22
Wonderful caring team. As a parent I feel very good when seeing my son joins educators and kids happily and he is happy when I pick him up. The strength of the team can be recognised better when there is a difficult situation. We always had a great support from Guardian 101 Collins street.
Ali M.
23:31 03 Oct 22
A welcoming and fantastic daycare and kinder. The educators have a caring nature, and helped our son to develop. The team are looking after individual kid needs and tailor the program to suit all children. They are very attentive with our son and inclusive. It always felt like a second home for our Son! We have been extremely happy with Guardian Childcare & Education Collins Street, and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a warm, friendly and genuinely caring and educational environment for your kids.
Barbara L.
04:57 20 Sep 22
We love Guardian at Collins. The team has been amazing from day 1 and our two children are so well cared for at the centre. We love the staff and the program plus the food is amazing. We are so happy with this centre and kudos to the amazing team of staff.
Nicole T.
11:28 15 Sep 22
The educators @ Guardian Collins Street are amazing. We are extremely happy with Shiv and all her team of educators on level 8 and level 9. Most importantly our kids are happy, comfortable and feel safe at the centre.
masoom P.
03:12 14 Sep 22
Faultless kindergarten, the center manager and entire staff are amazing. Special thanks for the flexibility offered.A lot of genuine care for the children :) . Our daughter has been in little explorer for 6 weeks and the team has helped her settle in very well.
Adela B.
09:45 19 Dec 21
My first child spent 3 wonderful years at Guardian 101 Collins as we both work nearby. The location is excellent for us. The centre provided everything for us so we literally walked in with the child and walked out. The staff was always lovely and the management team was very responsive to our emails. We were happy with the meals provided and the range of curriculum/activities they offered.My child made a seamless transition into sessional kindergarten and we are grateful for our positive experience with Guardian 101 in his early years.
India S.
09:17 16 Oct 20
Our little one has been going here 3 days per week for over a year. The educators are top notch and really care about the kids as individuals. Our daughter has learned so much, and absolutely loves attending. They learn about yoga, art, aboriginal culture, numbers, and international topics. The food is amazing too. I can't praise Guardian enough, it is a little more pricey than some other centre's but well worth it.
Sprouts Y.
04:18 22 Jun 20
Jennifer M.
11:16 24 Mar 20
Amazing childcare at the top end of the CBD in Melbourne. Sprawling play areas and lots of educational games and lessons provided for the babies and older children. The carers are genuinely interested in ensuring the kids are happy and occupied. Have been very pleased with the centre’s communication, both directly, and via the StoryPark app. Would not hesitate to recommend the centre, our little one loves it.
Syd
01:49 22 Jan 20
A great child care centre in the heart of the city. The girls that work here are all passionate, lovely educators who take a genuine interest in your child. Their app (Storypark) with daily updates is a great way to see what they have learnt that day. Highly recommend.
Wendy Di F.
07:46 06 Jan 20
Today was the last day my son Elias (9 months old) spent in this centre as we are transitioning him to a centre near home. My husband and I can’t appreciate enough for the love and care my son have received from the educators. Huge thank you to Sophie, Gemma, Neri - You guys are AMAZING. You show genuine love and care to the babies and because of you my husband and I could walk out the centre comfortably knowing that our son will have a good day. Thank you thank you thank you xx ! Sad to say goodby as we have no idea if the new centre will match to this one!
James F.
07:39 06 Jan 20
The staff for the babies room are excellent. Our son loved to see the educators in the morning, and we always knew he was well looked after. Thank you.
Michael A.
09:02 19 Dec 18
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