Guardian Childcare & Education Richmond

Guardian Childcare & Education Richmond is just 3km from the Melbourne CBD and is a convenient choice for working families.

Bordered by Hawthorn, East Melbourne, Burnley and Southbank, Guardian Richmond boasts two spacious outdoor areas, an art studio, vegetable gardens, a ‘tinker yard’, a STEM atelier, and alfresco dining where children and families enjoyed shared meals prepared by our on-site chef.

Connections to the local community are so important at Guardian Richmond, which was reflected at our open day in 2017, where we opened our doors to the locals to come and meet the team.

Guardian Richmond shares a building with the Victoria Guardian Support Office and our famous Guardian Exchange, which brings our sustainability focus to life, as a home for resources to be shared throughout the Guardian community. Being part of this exciting hub means our team has access to brilliant training programs, and a shared café – including a well-loved barista – that we utilise for family breakfast each morning.

Guardian Richmond also has a leading Kindergarten Program, led by university-qualified teachers. This program is specifically designed to help children get ready for the exciting transition to primary school.

Our on-site chef prepares five nutritionally balanced meals using seasonal ingredients every day. The children and Educators often collect vegetables from the garden to add to the daily meals and use in cooking classes and enjoy lunch in the café once a week.

Begin your adventure at Guardian Richmond by booking a tour to explore the Centre or speaking to one of our 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 7:15am

    Breakfast time where families are welcome to stay and enjoy breakfast or a coffee with the children in the Guardian cafe.

  • 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.

  • 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 chef.

  • 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 chef. 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 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

Opening Hours

Open 7:30am to 6:30pm
Monday to Friday

Fee Information

Age Group Daily Fee
Under 3 Years $140.00*
Over 3 Years $132.00*

*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

  • Hats
  • Sunscreen
  • Four nutritionally balanced meals including: Breakfast, Lunch, Morning and Afternoon tea
  • Nappies
  • Bibs
  • Bedding

What to Bring

  • Formula and bottles
  • Soft toy or comfort blanket for nap time
  • Spare change of clothing
  • Water bottle

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

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. Features include:

  • Spacious outdoor play areas with shade, sand-pits and play-structures
  • A kitchen garden where children will grow and harvest veggies and herbs
  • An art-studio located in a shipping container which will offer pottery, arts and crafts, fostering a love of creative expression
  • A piazza where children can interact with the kitchen and socialise whilst sharing meals
  • Huge windows that allow children to look out onto Hoddle Street and beyond

As well as giving our children a world-class early learning experience, this unique space features a materials centre known as The Exchange which will be the heart of The Guardian Education Project, providing resources and training to Guardian educators from all over Australia.

To find out more about the special experiences at our centre please call us on 13 82 30.

Introducing Guardian’s Summer Rain Program

From November to January, five Guardian Centres – 101 Collins, Kids Time Mckinnon, Rivergarden, Richmond and St Kilda Road – are running a Summer Rain Program with bespoke experiences for children from 0 to 5 years. Run in and around the art ateliers at each of the five centers, the program is designed by Multidisciplinary Artist, Heidi Weatherald. From visual arts, science and technology to dramatic play and literacy, no two days will look the same.

A taste of the experiences in the program

  • Science, sensory, technology and music
  • Science and literacy
  • Puppetry, engineering sculpture, and song
  • Sculpture and Song
  • Science, poetry, and music
  • Visual arts and storytelling

Are you interested in participating in our Summer Rain Program? Book a tour today.

Reviews (15)

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    Andrew Ball

    - 3 months ago

    Great centre with staff that really go above and beyond.

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    Bj Mjassociated

    - 3 months ago

    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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    Sprouts Yoga

    - 10 months ago

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    Kathy Nguyen

    - 1 year ago

    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

    - 2 years ago

    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

    - 2 years ago

    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

    - 2 years ago

    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

    - 2 years ago

    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

    - 2 years ago

    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

    - 2 years ago

    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

    - 3 years ago

    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

    - 3 years ago

    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

    - 3 years ago

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    will chan

    - 4 years ago

    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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    yuchen shi

    - 4 years ago

Begin the Adventure at Guardian

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