Open 7:30am to 6:30pm
Monday to Friday
Guardian Childcare & Education Richmond
Rated from Google
- Leading programs where children aged six-weeks to six years learn and discover through play.
- Highly experienced Educators and degree-qualified Teachers support children to grow and thrive.
- Safe, secure environments that support children’s social and emotional development.
- A specialist two-year kindergarten program that prepares children for school, with the benefits of long day care.
Hours
Mon to Fri 7:30 to 18:30
Address
67-81 Hoddle Street
Richmond, VIC, 3121
Entry access via Hoddle Street & Regent Street
Take a Look Around
Welcome to our Centre
Welcome to Guardian Childcare & Education Richmond, a spacious and inviting centre. Our childhood education programs are focused on play-based learning, where our spacious day care and child care in Richmond provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged six weeks to six years of age, supporting them to discover the world in a safe and secure way.
- Passionate Educators who focus on relationships with children and families
- Modern, light-filled learning spaces including an art studio, a STEM atelier, and alfresco dining, designed to inspire curiosity, fun, and a sense of belonging
- Engaging outdoor play areas with sand pits, community gardens and play structures, sparking imagination and exploration
Meet our Centre Manager
Amber Bramdaw
"Children are so very competent, capable, independent and have a strong sense of their own wellbeing. Seeing these moments and being part of a child’s learning journey is an absolute joy".
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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From 7:30am
Breakfast time where families are welcome to stay and enjoy breakfast or a coffee with the children in their room.
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From 7:30am
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.
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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 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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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 Richmond can be accessed by both Hoddle Street via the main road entry, and Regent Street through our community garden from the Centre’s back entrance. Each entrance has parking options to ensure safe drop-off and pick-ups.
Custom designed to enhance learning, the architecturally designed space references the history of the area and the building’s former service as an Australia Post distribution centre.
Reviews from Google
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Diane Jacobs
We love attending Guardian. The staff are super welcoming and friendly. Great care taken. Thanks
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Charlotte George
The staff at Guardian Richmond are all lovely and I trust they are providing my son with the highest level of care. The facilities are also terrific - large, open ... Read More
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Ali Baldas
My daughter has been attending Guardian Richmond since she was 11 months. She’s now in 4 year old kinder. Guardian has been a fabulous start for her learning and development. ... Read More
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Andrew Ball
Great centre with staff that really go above and beyond.
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Bj Mjassociated
Finally a childcare centre that is well run!!! The carers are amazing and so knowledgeable... but it really feels like this is a really well organised place. I think that’s ... Read More
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Kathy Nguyen
Thank you to the most amazing, hard working carers for looking after my little ones, they have loved attending this centre for 2 years. Yes, they do come home ... Read More
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Hetal Sanghavi
My son has been attending the centre since almost 6 months now and he absolutely loves the space. It is an open plan facility, with loving carers and amazing activities ... Read More
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Jen Berean
My son and daughter both have attended Guardian for 4 months and I have nothing but good things to say. The staff there go above and beyond to understand my ... Read More
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Rushabh Sanghavi
Great experience for our son and everyone at the centre is so helpful and friendly!! Very happy with our choice.
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Paayal Chew
My daughter has been attending since Feb, It's a bit far for me to driver her to but I just can't imagine changing centres even though there are ones closer ... Read More
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Rach McGee
Loved this place!! My son attended this centre for 2 years and also loved the place. The educators were all super friendly, nurturing and approachable and had a genuine love ... Read More
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Forest Toime
The calibre of educators here is absolutely exceptional, fresh facilities and approach to learning is on par. I feel fortunate to have found this place, my daughter loves it and ... Read More
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Chloe Cheslett
Being a first time mum, I was so nervous sending my son into care fulltime. The staff are fantastic, there is a sense of warmth and positivity. They are approachable, ... Read More
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Susie Quinones
My 3 year old started childcare hitting and very unsettled, just a few weeks later he had stopped hitting and is so happy and well mannered now. It's been such ... Read More
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Nancy Wang
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will chan
Great childcare centre with amazing staff who genuinely cares for the kids. They have a great facility and such a welcoming community, always looking forward to morning breakfast and even ... Read More
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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.
