Guardian Childcare & Education Montmorency

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  • Keeping children safe always comes first. All of our team are committed to uphold the highest standards of child safety. Read our approach here
  • Proud GOLD winner of the Family Choice Award 2025. As determined by our existing families rating their experience of our Centre via Family Satisfaction Survey and independent Google Reviews.
  • Discover our newly refurbished centre that feels like home and where each day is exciting, from our nurturing nursery to our leading 2-year Preschool program. Your child deserves the best.
  • Choose us, and watch your child explore, learn, and thrive with confidence, guided by passionate Educators and strong family connection.

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HOURS

Mon to Fri 6:30am to 6:30pm

ADDRESS

60-62 Sherbourne Road Montmorency, VIC, 3094

SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS

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Check out our fantastic indoor and outdoor learning spaces your child will enjoy

Welcome to our Centre

At Guardian Montmorency, we build a strong sense of belonging from day one, getting to know you and your unique child. At our early learning centre, you’ll find quality care and engaging educational programs in our Nursery all the way through to our government-funded Flying Start to School kindergarten program.

What makes our Montmorency childcare special?

• Our newly refurbished, modern indoor spaces are beautifully designed with quality, age-appropriate resources that engage and inspire.
• An extensive outdoor area for exploration, featuring vegetable and herb gardens and natural play structures.
• Our To BE Me learning programs meet each child where they are, supporting their individual development. Our team understands and encourages your child at every stage.

We provide a premium daycare where each child’s safety and wellbeing is our priority. Be part of our leading community!

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Meet our Centre Manager Monique and team

"Our approach is to nurture each child and their needs by offering guidance, support and patience."

Daily Fees

Value for quality care. See our daily fees and your CCS-reduced cost

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To Be Me

To BE Me is our exclusive learning program designed for each age and stage of a child’s first years. To BE Me sets the standard for early learning with a contemporary approach tailored to your child’s age, interests and strengths. It sets easy to follow Development Pathways and encompasses our educational programs, room set-ups, daily rhythms and the way we support your child. Read more here!

Our Flying Start to School program provides a specialised 2-year curriculum for children aged 3 to 5. Our unique program has two stages - Becoming Me for 3 year olds and Being Me for 4 year olds. Using developmental milestones and continuous monitoring of your child's progress, this program is designed to make sure your child gets a flying start to school. Read more HERE

Flying start to school

Where children are supported to be brave, curious, and bold in their learning, for the best possible start to life.

Reviews from Google

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Zan N.
Guardian staff are fantastic with the our kids! Especially Nat ( our boys absolutely adore her ) not to say that the other educators aren’t just as good. We’ve always felt very safe with our kids attending and never had any concerns , all staff are very friendly and caring.
The activities that they get the kids doing are great and the kids like teaching me what they’ve learnt that day .
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words and support Zan! We’re so glad to hear that your children feel safe, happy, and engaged at our centre. It’s especially heartwarming to know how much they adore Nat. She’ll be thrilled to hear your feedback. We also appreciate your recognition of all our educators, who work together to create a caring and enriching environment every day. It’s wonderful that your little ones are excited to share what they’ve learned throughout the day. That’s exactly the kind of joy and curiosity we love to see. Thank you for being a valued part of our community!
Lindsay S.
I have two children attending Guardian 5 days a week. The educators are wonderful! So caring and truly invested in my kids' wellbeing. They plan great activities and my kids learn so much! It's also created a great sense of community for us. The other families attending the centre are lovely and we've had lots of great play dates!
Response from the owner:Thanks Lindsay for sharing this! It is fantastic to hear how much your family is enjoying being part of our community. Our educators really do care deeply about the children, so knowing your little ones feel supported and are learning lots is just the best feedback we could ask for. And how lovely that you’ve connected with other families too—those play dates sound like so much fun! We’re so happy to have you with us.
Giselle R
My three children have been coming here for years, and it’s truly a fantastic centre that’s made a real difference in their lives. I love all the experiences and excursions they get to enjoy - such great opportunities for learning and fun! The team is always friendly, and the management is lovely and approachable. Highly recommend! 5 stars for us!
Response from the owner:It’s incredibly rewarding to hear that all three of your children have had such positive experiences with us over the years Giselle! We’re proud to offer engaging excursions and learning opportunities that spark curiosity and joy. Our friendly team and approachable management are always here to support your family, and we’re so grateful for your recommendation. Five stars from you means the world to us!
Kym M.
We are thoroughly enjoying our time at Guardian Montmorency. My children are so settled and love coming to daycare everyday.
The educators are so welcoming and nurturing. The centre itself is very clean and bright with great play spaces inside and out.
We highly recommend this service.
Response from the owner:We’re so happy to hear that your children are loving their time at our centre — that’s exactly what we love to see! Our educators work hard to create a warm and welcoming space, so it’s great to know it’s making a difference. We’re also glad you’re enjoying the centre’s clean and bright environment and the play areas. Thanks again for the recommendation — we really appreciate it! Thank you Kym!
Leanna M.
Highly recommend, my son started going when he was 8months old and we have had a number of exceptional educators and he has had a leap in confidence, independence & chatter!
Management have also been easy to talk with whenever there has been questions and providing information where required.
Response from the owner:Thank you Leanna for your lovely review! We're so happy to hear your little one has been thriving with us — it's amazing to see that boost in confidence, independence, and chatter! Our educators and management team really appreciate your kind words, and we're always here if you ever need anything. It’s been a joy to be part of your family's journey!
Natalie K.
My son loves the Kindergarten program. It has developed his independence & confidence greatly. Monique and the leadership team are warm and welcoming, they always have time to help in any way. I highly recommend Guardian Montmorency for age groups of children.
Response from the owner:Natalie, we are so happy to hear that your son loves the Kindergarten program at the centre. It's heartwarming to know that the program has significantly contributed to his independence and confidence, and is preparing him for the journey to school! Monique and the leadership team are dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming environment, and it's great to hear that their efforts to assist and support your family are making a positive impact. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we are grateful for your kind words. Thank you once again for sharing your experience. We look forward to continuing to support your son's growth and development!
Antonia K.
Highly recommend, as both my daughters have attended this center since the Nursery room. They have formed amazing friendships with their peers as well as all the educators, who have been nothing but amazing.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your wonderful review Antonia! We're thrilled to hear that both your daughters have had such a positive experience at our center since starting in the nursery room. It's heartwarming to know that they have formed amazing friendships with their peers and have had great interactions with our educators. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Thank you again for your kind words!
Notorious A.
Wish I could give 10/10 highly recommend!
My kids love it
The educators are always friendly and my kids love them!
Centre looks amazing
Response from the owner:Thank you for your great review for our centre in Montmorency! We are so happy to hear that our dedicated, warm & friendly staff are providing such a great experience for your little ones! We appreciate your kind words!
Phipps A.
My son attended this centre from baby until he left for school and now our daughter and soon to be baby and it's amazing we have recommended to friends and family members. The staff are always welcoming and have such great relationships with the children. It looks great always clean and well set up we love seeing the updates each day on the app of what they have been up too and the learning taking place! The yards are great; Our kids love it there! Highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your feedback about our centre in Montmorency! We're delighted to hear that your journey at the centre is continuing with your daughter and bub to be! We work hard to create warm and welcoming environments for our families and enjoy sharing all the amazing things the little ones have been up to through the daily updates. We're glad to you hear you have had such a great experience and we look forward to creating many more in the future.
Daniel B.
A beautifully presented centre that has long standing educators, teachers and management that truly care about the children and families. The extra things that the team do for families is very thoughtful and appreciated.
Response from the owner:Thank you Daniel for your wonderful Five Star review of our Montmorency centre. We hope to continue to build on your wonderful experience and continue to support all your needs as we well as your child's needs for more to come.
Jojos L.
Overall experience is amazing.friendly environment,supportive educators, centre is always clean and kids look always calm and happy when I'm there.there is a good structure in the class and toys are always well displayed in little corners of imagination and creativity so that kids can be attracted and show their skills and imagination
Response from the owner:Thank you Jojos, for your feedback about out center in Montmorency! We are so happy to hear such good things about you and your little one’s experience with us. At Guardian, we’re all about partnering with our families to deliver the best quality outcome for our children and really appreciate your review.
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Kaitlyn L.
Extremely happy with the care provided to my son at the center. He loves attending and I always feel comfortable leaving him with all of the educators
Response from the owner:Thank you Kaitlyn for your great review for our centre in Montmorency. We are so happy to hear that we are meeting your expectations. We will continue to provide the best possible care for out families and children 😊
Danni S
Kind and caring centre that is working with a little one that has severe separation anxiety. This centre has tried everything to make the transition smooth for both mum and toddler.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words, Danni! We’re so happy that all went so well.  We are keen to keep providing a great experience for all Guardian families and their little ones 😊
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Ben W.
Nothing but good things to say and would happily recommend to anyone. Our now one year old has been at guardian Montmorency now for 4 months and they’ve all been great. Gemma and Cloe are the two regular staff in Nursery one, the communication, warmth and care is exactly what we where after when touring faculties.
Chloe S.
We've been very happy with Guardian Montmorency. The educators are fantastic, the centre is modern, and most importantly our daughter seems to love it
Mathew P.
My son has attended this centre since he was 1 and he has absolutely loved it the educators are very professional and friendly my son looks forward to his ‘kinder day’ and its great to see him learning so much
Elizabeth H.
Belinda M.
Amazing service and the best staff! I know, as I have been there for nearly 10 years with my 4 children. Over the years it has only become better and better thanks to Kahli, Monique and staff. I would 100% recommend Guardian Montmorency and do, to all my friends for childacare and Kinder! Their kinder program with Donna as Team Leader is just as good as any other! They have also had renovations which makes the centre nice to be in and best of all, my kids love it there. Thank you!
Response from the owner:Thanks Belinda for your awesome review on our Montemorency centre ! We are happy to hear such great feedback, here at Guardian, we are all about partnering with our families to deliver high- quality outcomes for our children and really appreciate your positive response. Once again thank you for your feedback and look forward to seeing you at the centre!
Kristina C.
Both my children have attend Guardian Monty for the last few years. Many of the staff are full time and the children get to know them well. The teams are creative about findings entertaining learning experiences for the children. Highly recommend.
Response from the owner:Thanks Kristina for your review on our Montmorency centre ! Here at Guardian, we are all about partnering with our families to deliver high-quality learning outcomes for our children and really appreciate your positive response. Thanks once again and look forward to seeing you at the centre!
Prudence R.
Response from the owner:Thank you Prudence for your 5 star rating for our Montmorency. We really appreciate your positive review of our centre and look forward to creating a great experience at Guardian in many more days to come. Thank you again.
Melanie L.
Attended this centre for a tour for my son next year and was so impressed! Such lovely, welcoming staff who were able to talk extensively with me about what goes on in the centre and a typical day. Seeing them play and interact with my boy has put my mind at ease knowing he’ll be in good hands.
Would recommend!
Candice B.
Our little one has been attending Guardian Monty since she was 10 months old - she is now 4.5
The staff identified when it was time to move our daughter up to the next room, even before her 'age' meant she was to move. They have been attentive to our individual requirements and all of the educators have been wonderful. Not once have we walked in and been concerned.
Due to Covid stay home rules - our little one is crying as she misses her educators! I know it will be sad when we start school next year!
Tracy J.
Adam W
Excellent childcare
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Rhythm of the Day

We know children (and families) like routine. Whilst no two days of learning are ever the same - here's what a day at Guardian might look like.

Morning

Our friendly Nursery team of familiar educators will be there to greet you and support your baby to settle in for the day.  Breakfast time is available & families are welcome to stay and enjoy with the children. This is also a great chance for conversation to share what is important and how your baby’s night at home was.

Mid-Morning

Our nursery learning environments are set up indoors and outdoors for your baby to engage with a variety of planned experiences while they interact with our team such as exploring picture books, singing songs together. We also offer morning tea.

Middle of the Day

Dependent on the needs of every baby, we time lunch to suit the children. Team members will support your child to eat and/or have a bottle, and when they are ready, are gently settled for sleep or rest. With an open-door policy, families can enjoy lunch/bottle time with your baby if you wish.

Mid-Afternoon

Our nursery planned experiences (both indoor and outdoor) continue and there are opportunities for movement, playing games, more books and songs, or sensory exploration. Afternoon snack is provided.

End of Day

We’ll have your baby’s belongings ready for you at pick up time. The Nursery team will share information about your baby’s day and their learning, preparing you and your child for a smooth transition to your evening. Please grab a piece of fruit or snack on the way out!

What's included in the Guardian Experience

From nutritious meals and engaging learning programs —it’s all covered in your daily rate. No hidden extras, just peace of mind for you and a great day for your child.

Hat, wetbag and sunscreen

Hat, wetbag and sunscreen

5 meals per day

5 meals per day

All incursions and excursions

All incursions and excursions

Nappies, wipes and formula

Nappies and wipes

Storypark parenting app

Storypark parenting app

Long day care hours year around

Long day care hours year around

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Frequently asked questions

What we do to keep children safe

Create Safe Spaces & Practices

  • Nappy change areas are designed to have visibility windows and are set up for maximum supervision
  • Our policies also cater for team members being in sight or sound of another team member at all times.
  • Safety embedded in daily programs – by conducting daily checklists, comprehensive risk assessments, and more
  • personal phones or devices are not allowed in learning spaces.

Safe People Who Follow Safe Policies

  • Working With Children Checks for all team members. Automatic alerts if a WWCC is revoked and team member not eligible for shifts
  • Rigorous reference checks – must provide previous line managers for their past roles
  • Annual compulsory Suitability Declarations to confirm ongoing fitness to work with children
  • Mandatory reporting and speaking up – report concerns immediately and all concerns will be investigated fully
  • Ongoing mandatory training in child safety, including annual refreshers and leadership-specific modules

Controlling Access to our Centres

  • Multiple levels of security in all centres
  • All visitors must sign in and present photo ID before entry
  • All tradespeople must provide a WWCC & complete Guardian-specific induction.

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Daily Fee Information

Daily Rates

Our daily rates are all inclusive and have no additional charges for incursions / excursions or any of our learning programs. The rates shown are an estimate based on using Childcare Subsidy (CCS) subsidised hours. The CCS helps lower your out-of-pocket costs, with subsidy rates dependant on your individual family eligibility levels.

What You Might Pay After CCS
Age of Room Daily Rate 60% Subsidy 80% Subsidy
Nursery (0–2) $179.79 $79.72 $46.36
Toddler (2–3) $179.79 $79.72 $46.36
Kinder (3–5) $178.11 $78.04 $44.68

The Victorian Government offers funding to provide families up to 15 hours of Free Kindergarten a week, in addition to the Childcare Subsidy. The funding offsets the fees for three and four-year-old children that are part of the centre’s long day care Kindergarten program. Families will save up to $2,101 a year for children aged three-years-old and above in eligible long day cares in 2025. Ask for more details when you tour the centre.

What should I bring, and what do you provide?

What we Provide

  • Nappies and wipes
  • Bed linen
  • Guardian hat
  • SPF 50+ sunscreen
  • All nutritious meals and snacks

What to Bring

  • Water bottle
  • Spare change of clothing, labelled
  • Soft toy or comfort blanket for nap time
  • Baby's bottles for formula or breastmilk

Who are the team that will be looking after my child?

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Monique and team

Our Centre team, led by our experienced Centre Manager Monique, prides themselves on creating a great sense of community for all families.

Each role in the Centre is designed to work together to help create a nurturing environment for every child in each of our learning spaces.

In our Nursery Room, the dedicated team has a special role in creating secure attachments, routines, and strong relationships. Unique to Guardian nurseries is our Baby Ambassador, who is your go-to person for you and your baby’s first 12 months with us. They will know every detail about your baby: how breast or bottle milk is managed, how they like to eat, their sleeping routines, the nappies they wear, and more. With babies as young as six weeks in the Centre, it’s the Baby Ambassador’s job to work with families and Educators to help make our Nursery feel just like home.

Our Educators across the age groups work together to create fun, stimulating, and age-appropriate experiences for every child in their care. They are dedicated, experienced professionals who are allocated to a specific room so they can get to know each child individually and support their learning and development.

As part of our 2-year Flying Start to School program, we have degree-qualified Teachers who use the latest teaching practices to help your child build essential practical and social skills, ensuring they’re ready for their next big adventure—school!

Each room has a Lead Educator or Teacher who is responsible for planning and implementing an effective ongoing cycle of planning, documentation, and evaluation of the room’s learning program.

At the core of the Centre is our Cook—make sure you check out their daily menu when you visit. They help make food part of the learning journey and love seeing how children respond to new and exciting flavours.

The team is supported by a strong Leadership Team, including an Assistant Centre Manager and an Educational Leader.

Every role at the Centre is as important as the next.

How will you share updates about my child’s day?

Great communication is vital in our collaborative partnerships with families at the Centre. We have a variety of different ways we communicate with you about your child’s learning and progress:


  1. Storypark app - Stay connected to your child's day with regular updates, including photos and learning insights

  2. Pick-up and drop-off updates – Our Educators will share highlights from their day, including experiences they enjoyed, mealtimes, and naps to support your evening routine.

  3. In-room learning exchange displays make our weekly learning plans easy to see so you know what your child will be learning.

  4. Centre Newsletters – Great for community connection and wider Centre and team updates.

  5. Development documentation and meetings for your individual child’s progress.


But remember our door is always open.

What are the main features of this Centre

Our exciting, resource-rich environments include:

  • Beautifully designed modern indoor learning spaces to inspire wonder and curiosity in every child
  • Located on a main road with convenient on-site parking, families have easy access to Sherbourne Primary School and Briar Hill Primary School. Our Montmorency childcare centre is conveniently located for families living in the surrounding suburbs of Eltham, Briar Hill, Greensborough, Lower Plenty and Viewbank.
  • The Centre features beautifully designed indoor and outdoor spaces including vegetable and herb gardens, natural play structures and a range of age-specific play areas.
  • Leading learning programs such as Joy of Reading, Cooking, Outdoor Learning, Out & About Community Excursions, and Sustainability,
  • Extensive outdoor space for children to explore
  • On-site Chef who cooks fresh, nutritious meals daily in our fully equipped kitchen.
  • Nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, high-quality formula and bed linen are provided.

Our Learning Programs

Learning should be fun! Learning through play encourages children to explore and understand their world at their own pace. It helps build their knowledge, develop confidence, and embrace curiosity.

Learning should be fun! Learning through play allows children to build their knowledge, develop confidence, and embrace curiosity.

Kindergarten Program
Flying start to school

Our Flying Start to School kindergarten program is lead by degree qualified Teachers in a long day care setting. Our specialist two-year program is committed to supporting your child as they prepare for big school. We focus on nurturing their confidence, making friends and social emotional growth while also supporting their abilities in reading, writing, counting, and thinking skills. Whether it’s building with blocks, practicing their first letters, or learning to share with friends, every experience is carefully designed to support your child’s development.

Our Centre is a recipient of funding as part of the VIC Government’s Free Kinder Program. Eligible children aged three years and above will receive up to $2101 in additional subsidies to reduce your out-of-pocket fees. Ask for more details when you tour the centre.

Out and about

Through excursions, children are supported to expand their world, to get to know their community, and have a sense of belonging. Their learning thrives when they feel safe, welcome, and that they belong.

STEM

Children discover the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through age-appropriate activities that are designed to foster curiosity and develop foundational skills like problem-solving and creativity.

Cooking

Cooking experiences teach numeracy by counting ingredients, and weighing and measuring quantities and volume, while managing these tasks supports independence and confidence.

Ella Language

Learning languages through Early Learning Languages Australia (ELLA) supports brain development and social skills and creates opportunities to celebrate cultural diversity.

Joy of Reading

Reading aloud to children each day inspires imagination and supports thinking. Books with rhythm, rhyme and word patterns make stories more playful and memorable.

Sustainability

From growing veggies and foraging in the garden for that day’s meal ingredients to learning about recycling, children learn about being part of a community, connecting to their environment and understanding their impact on the world.

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What our families say about the centre

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