Open 7:00am to 6:30pm
Monday to Friday
Guardian Childcare & Education Mentone East
Kate S.
02:31 30 May 23
We chose Guardian Mentone East after visiting 3 other centres and couldn't be happier, it just felt right as soon as we walked in. Claire, Pawan and Charli are so supportive and caring, I felt completely comfrotable leaving our son in their care and he settled in so quickly. The rooms are great, full of light and loads of things to do, books and plenty of outdoor space to play. Sam and Louise do an amazing job running the centre and know everyone by name. The menu rotates regularly and there are lots of yummy, healthy meals for the kids. Plus we get great updates on how his day was and plenty of photos.
Matthew K.
00:54 20 May 23
Lucky to have had our daughter at Guardian Mentone East for the last two years and had no hesitation to enrol our son to start in a few months time. Sam and Louise are fantastic at running the centre, and all of the educators we’ve had to date have also been fantastic. Centre itself is a good size, big enough to be able to secure a place, but small enough to still have a community feel.
Pavlina L.
23:05 30 Aug 22
Andréia L.
10:44 14 Jun 22
Samantha H.
03:44 22 Feb 22
Excellently managed and run centre that my daughter enjoys wholeheartedly. She is so excited at the end of the day to tell me all of the things that se has done. Would highly recommend
Laura W.
04:38 11 Jan 22
I have been fortunate to have had two children spend their formative years at Guardian Mentone East and both kids loved their experience there. The centre is well maintained and brilliantly managed by Sam - the communication has been clear, frequent and I’ve enjoyed seeing pictures & reading about the learning experiences the children have had through StoryPark. The educators are fantastic. They supported my two children to be make friends, learn appropriate play, encouraged them to be curious and creative, but most importantly, fostered the kids to truly be themselves. My two children finished their kindy year very ready and excited for school and both commented on how much they’d enjoyed their time at the centre. Whole heartedly recommend!
tavis B.
06:07 25 Feb 21
This year my 3yo son started unassisted swim lessons (without his parent in the pool). He has a new teacher who is growing into her confidence. Throughout his lesson, my son sits still, pays attention and listens to her instructions, even though she can be hard to hear. When she tells him to adjust what he’s doing during his swimming, he listens immediately.It’s clear to see my son's manners are a direct result of his teaching at Guardian Mentone East. His great behaviour is a testament to the skill, perseverance and diligence of all of his educators in the various rooms he’s gone through. I couldn’t be more proud of my son and happy with the results of his time at Guardian ME so far!The staff are always friendly and welcoming but its the results in my son's behaviour that speaks volumes. Often when we're asking for my son to consider his behaviour, we'll ask how his educators have asked him to behave. Their attentive and knowledgable instruction empowers us to guide our son through everything he has to learn. We're sending our second son to the centre as we're confident all the staff at Guardian Mentone East are equipping both our boys with the best start to their education journey.
Susan T.
21:14 22 Oct 20
Our daughter has been attending this centre since she was 15 months old and she ( and we ) absolutely loves it.Sam and Belinda are always more than happy to help out with any questions you may have and all the careers have been amazing.Highly recommend this centre
Simon S.
23:29 17 Sep 20
As first time parents, looking for a childcare center can seem daunting. Guardian Childcare has been so welcoming and have made the whole experience really positive.Every single worker is happy and bubbly. We get daily communication on how our baby is going. He absolutely loves all the staff, they are brilliant.If your looking for a childcare center! Highly recommend this one.
Lauren M.
00:03 16 Sep 20
My daughter has been attending this centre for a while now and to say I am pleased is an understatement. The building as a whole, is amazing. It's big and bright with seperate rooms for each age group with play spaces and experiences set up accordingly as well as beautiful yards for their outdoor play. The management at this centre is excellent, they are always there to answer any questions I might have and go out of their way to make sure everything runs smoothly for families. The Educators throughout the centre are amazing and friendly, I see a lot of smiling faces daily when we arrive at the centre and they always make my daughter feel welcome. Drop offs are easy as she is familiar with the Equators and will willingly go to them and then off to explore. She absolutely loves attending the centre and that's due to all the staff and their hard work that they put in every single day. Thank you so much for all that you do for my daughter.
Kate P.
22:31 25 Aug 20
The Educators really do care about the children and getting to know families. The quality of care is amazing and my daughter looks forward to coming in and seeing her friends and Educators and what she will be learning.
Melissa H.
00:25 22 Jul 20
Amazing centre! The staff are all so kind and caring. My son has the most amazing time when he goes.
MJ M.
20:24 10 Mar 20
Alice S.
18:17 22 Feb 20
My 20month old son has been there since 9-10months old and we absolutely love the place. The staff are very caring and treat the childrens in such a loving way. They really listen to how you do things at home and do their best to provide a similar enviromemt. We are very happy to cuddle and be with out son while he falls asleep and the staff are very happy to do the same. If needed they will lay down with my son and help him fall asleep which is so lovely. While I am at work I have full condience he is well loved and cared for. The management are very quick to reply to emails or phone queries which is so handy. They have lots of casual days avail at times as well as our perm days so its very handy as I am a Nurse. They always do lots of fun actitivities with the children and the food menu is great.We highly recomend the place
Heather M.
23:47 12 Dec 19
Our first child started at the centre 4.5 years ago and we now have our second child attending there too. The staff there are so supportive and are brilliant with the children. Any questions we have always get answered promtly. I definitely feel happy leaving my children in their care.
Carlie T.
02:42 26 Nov 19
I have had two kids attend this child care of which one is still there. The staff are really friendly and amazing with the kids. I love the fact that I get to see photos every day she attends and frequent feedback about their development. The kids just love being there and interact so well. I would recommend this child care to anyone. The Manager is amazing!!
Revere J.
11:05 14 Nov 19
The Centre has everything that you need with qualified educators and great spaces.
Amanda F.
08:25 11 May 19
I couldn’t be happier with Creative Beginnings Early Learning Centre. The educators are so attentive, caring and thoughtful. Sam and Belinda are a great leadership team. They answer requests and queries promptly and thoroughly.My daughter adores the women in her room; Mel, Kate and Amanda clearly love their jobs and have helped my daughter adjust and love her time at daycare. She’s learning so much and has come so far since she’s joined Creative Beginnings and I know so much of that is due to the team at Creative Beginnings. Thank you!
Michael M.
09:38 25 Apr 16
Sarah H.
11:48 02 May 21
Great centre. Professional and allow children is explore and learn
Korryn M.
05:37 29 Mar 18
We've been at the centre since 2012 and have seen many changes. Many of the educators are beyond fabulous and have always welcomed our girls with big open arms. Sam, the centre manager is the best fit for our centre and is doing a great job. Over the years I've recommended a number of children to the service and will continue to do so.
- Our bright and spacious Centre in south east Melbourne features incredible learning spaces filled with quality educational resources
- Our Centre is rated 'Exceeding' and provides safe and secure environments to support your child's social and emotional wellbeing and development
- A high-quality, two-year funded kindergarten program that prepares children for school, with the benefits of long day care
- Multicultural team of passionate educators and degree-qualified Teachers to support each child's growth through our world-class learning programs
Come and see the Centre for yourself, meet the team and have all your questions answered. Book a tour today.
Our centre has been recognised as ‘Exceeding’ the National Quality Standard. This is the highest rating you can receive from a regulatory authority assessment and we are proud to deliver an exceptional service to the children and families who attend our centre.
Hours
Mon to Fri 7:00 to 18:30
Address
37 Blackwood Avenue
Mentone,
VIC,
3194
Take a Look Around
Welcome to our Centre
Welcome to Guardian Childcare & Education Mentone East! Our spacious, bright and modern early learning centre in Mentone East provides a stimulating environment and leading learning programs for children aged six weeks to six years of age to discover the world in a safe and secure way.
Read MoreMeet our Centre Manager
Sam Holland
“I believe that every child is unique, and that play is an important foundation for valuable learning to take place.”
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 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
- Five nutritionally balanced meals including: Breakfast, Lunch, Morning and Afternoon tea and a late Snack at the end of the day
- Nappies
- Bibs
- Bedding
What to Bring
- Hats
- Formula and bottles
- Soft toy or comfort blanket for nap time
- Spare change of clothing
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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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If you’re looking for the right Mentone childcare and kindergarten then take a tour of Guardian today and discover how we do things differently.
With our centre being well above the Australian national average, we are focused on the outcomes for children along with working closely with parents to help deepen your child’s respect for the local communities along with the other children and their independent development.
While you have many different child care centres to choose from around Mentone, if you take a tour with Guardian you’ll discover why this is one of the preeminent Mentone preschools.
There are currently vacancies available at Guardian Mentone so come by and find out how we can help.
Kate S.
02:31 30 May 23
We chose Guardian Mentone East after visiting 3 other centres and couldn't be happier, it just felt right as soon as we walked in. Claire, Pawan and Charli are so supportive and caring, I felt completely comfrotable leaving our son in their care and he settled in so quickly. The rooms are great, full of light and loads of things to do, books and plenty of outdoor space to play. Sam and Louise do an amazing job running the centre and know everyone by name. The menu rotates regularly and there are lots of yummy, healthy meals for the kids. Plus we get great updates on how his day was and plenty of photos.
Matthew K.
00:54 20 May 23
Lucky to have had our daughter at Guardian Mentone East for the last two years and had no hesitation to enrol our son to start in a few months time. Sam and Louise are fantastic at running the centre, and all of the educators we’ve had to date have also been fantastic. Centre itself is a good size, big enough to be able to secure a place, but small enough to still have a community feel.
Pavlina L.
23:05 30 Aug 22
Andréia L.
10:44 14 Jun 22
Samantha H.
03:44 22 Feb 22
Excellently managed and run centre that my daughter enjoys wholeheartedly. She is so excited at the end of the day to tell me all of the things that se has done. Would highly recommend
Laura W.
04:38 11 Jan 22
I have been fortunate to have had two children spend their formative years at Guardian Mentone East and both kids loved their experience there. The centre is well maintained and brilliantly managed by Sam - the communication has been clear, frequent and I’ve enjoyed seeing pictures & reading about the learning experiences the children have had through StoryPark. The educators are fantastic. They supported my two children to be make friends, learn appropriate play, encouraged them to be curious and creative, but most importantly, fostered the kids to truly be themselves. My two children finished their kindy year very ready and excited for school and both commented on how much they’d enjoyed their time at the centre. Whole heartedly recommend!
tavis B.
06:07 25 Feb 21
This year my 3yo son started unassisted swim lessons (without his parent in the pool). He has a new teacher who is growing into her confidence. Throughout his lesson, my son sits still, pays attention and listens to her instructions, even though she can be hard to hear. When she tells him to adjust what he’s doing during his swimming, he listens immediately.It’s clear to see my son's manners are a direct result of his teaching at Guardian Mentone East. His great behaviour is a testament to the skill, perseverance and diligence of all of his educators in the various rooms he’s gone through. I couldn’t be more proud of my son and happy with the results of his time at Guardian ME so far!The staff are always friendly and welcoming but its the results in my son's behaviour that speaks volumes. Often when we're asking for my son to consider his behaviour, we'll ask how his educators have asked him to behave. Their attentive and knowledgable instruction empowers us to guide our son through everything he has to learn. We're sending our second son to the centre as we're confident all the staff at Guardian Mentone East are equipping both our boys with the best start to their education journey.
Susan T.
21:14 22 Oct 20
Our daughter has been attending this centre since she was 15 months old and she ( and we ) absolutely loves it.Sam and Belinda are always more than happy to help out with any questions you may have and all the careers have been amazing.Highly recommend this centre
Simon S.
23:29 17 Sep 20
As first time parents, looking for a childcare center can seem daunting. Guardian Childcare has been so welcoming and have made the whole experience really positive.Every single worker is happy and bubbly. We get daily communication on how our baby is going. He absolutely loves all the staff, they are brilliant.If your looking for a childcare center! Highly recommend this one.
Lauren M.
00:03 16 Sep 20
My daughter has been attending this centre for a while now and to say I am pleased is an understatement. The building as a whole, is amazing. It's big and bright with seperate rooms for each age group with play spaces and experiences set up accordingly as well as beautiful yards for their outdoor play. The management at this centre is excellent, they are always there to answer any questions I might have and go out of their way to make sure everything runs smoothly for families. The Educators throughout the centre are amazing and friendly, I see a lot of smiling faces daily when we arrive at the centre and they always make my daughter feel welcome. Drop offs are easy as she is familiar with the Equators and will willingly go to them and then off to explore. She absolutely loves attending the centre and that's due to all the staff and their hard work that they put in every single day. Thank you so much for all that you do for my daughter.
Kate P.
22:31 25 Aug 20
The Educators really do care about the children and getting to know families. The quality of care is amazing and my daughter looks forward to coming in and seeing her friends and Educators and what she will be learning.
Melissa H.
00:25 22 Jul 20
Amazing centre! The staff are all so kind and caring. My son has the most amazing time when he goes.
MJ M.
20:24 10 Mar 20
Alice S.
18:17 22 Feb 20
My 20month old son has been there since 9-10months old and we absolutely love the place. The staff are very caring and treat the childrens in such a loving way. They really listen to how you do things at home and do their best to provide a similar enviromemt. We are very happy to cuddle and be with out son while he falls asleep and the staff are very happy to do the same. If needed they will lay down with my son and help him fall asleep which is so lovely. While I am at work I have full condience he is well loved and cared for. The management are very quick to reply to emails or phone queries which is so handy. They have lots of casual days avail at times as well as our perm days so its very handy as I am a Nurse. They always do lots of fun actitivities with the children and the food menu is great.We highly recomend the place
Heather M.
23:47 12 Dec 19
Our first child started at the centre 4.5 years ago and we now have our second child attending there too. The staff there are so supportive and are brilliant with the children. Any questions we have always get answered promtly. I definitely feel happy leaving my children in their care.
Carlie T.
02:42 26 Nov 19
I have had two kids attend this child care of which one is still there. The staff are really friendly and amazing with the kids. I love the fact that I get to see photos every day she attends and frequent feedback about their development. The kids just love being there and interact so well. I would recommend this child care to anyone. The Manager is amazing!!
Revere J.
11:05 14 Nov 19
The Centre has everything that you need with qualified educators and great spaces.
Amanda F.
08:25 11 May 19
I couldn’t be happier with Creative Beginnings Early Learning Centre. The educators are so attentive, caring and thoughtful. Sam and Belinda are a great leadership team. They answer requests and queries promptly and thoroughly.My daughter adores the women in her room; Mel, Kate and Amanda clearly love their jobs and have helped my daughter adjust and love her time at daycare. She’s learning so much and has come so far since she’s joined Creative Beginnings and I know so much of that is due to the team at Creative Beginnings. Thank you!
Michael M.
09:38 25 Apr 16
Sarah H.
11:48 02 May 21
Great centre. Professional and allow children is explore and learn
Korryn M.
05:37 29 Mar 18
We've been at the centre since 2012 and have seen many changes. Many of the educators are beyond fabulous and have always welcomed our girls with big open arms. Sam, the centre manager is the best fit for our centre and is doing a great job. Over the years I've recommended a number of children to the service and will continue to do so.
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.
