Open 6:30am to 6:30pm
Monday to Friday
Guardian Childcare & Education Oakleigh East
Vicky T.
13:57 26 Feb 23
Caring nurturing environment for kids to grow and thrive. My son has been attending the centre for under a couple of years now and hearing him talk about his day in the car on the way home with enthusiasm puts a smile on my face.
Liz M.
23:43 13 Jan 23
Guardian Oakleigh East has been a fantastic center for my 1 year old daughter. The staff in the babies room are so loving and caring towards all the children and were always beyond patient and gentle with my daughter who doesn't like transitions!Sammy, the center manager is simply outstanding. She couldn't be more accommodating, always happy to answer questions and coordinates a high standard of care across the center. Sammy greets the children every day with such warmth and instantly made us feel part of the center.
Jess F.
02:12 06 Dec 22
Guardian Oakleigh East are fabulous. The new management team with Sammy and Tash have been so supportive and implemented so many great initiatives for the families and the educators seem genuinely happy to be there ❤️
Evangelia S.
11:29 11 Oct 22
M W.
10:10 25 Oct 21
The staff at Guardian Childcare & Education Oakleigh East are absolutely amazing. Our daughters love attending the center as they feel safe, supported and loved. We couldn't have asked for a better setting for our children to be in. The educators have become part of our family too. I have no worries leaving my little one in the nursery as I know and trust she is getting the care and love from everyone there as if she were being looked after by a family member. Highly recommended!
PaikYee O.
06:22 13 Apr 21
Definitely one of the best childcare centres in this neighbourhood! Both my sons have grown and learnt a lot since the day they join the Centre. Well done to all educators. Keep up the good work!
Neha M.
22:14 31 Mar 21
It has been the best experience for my child. Ive seen incredible growth in him guided by the fantastic and highly experienced and friendly staff.Highly recommend for both babies and toddlers.
Lena M.
21:58 31 Mar 21
My kid loves this centre. Stuff is very professional and friendly.
ASHISH S.
05:44 31 Mar 21
All the teacher are really professional and responsive. Management is so good and straight forward. My daughter really enjoy here and we are really happy with childcare
Renee M.
04:06 30 Mar 21
I have nothing but praise for the team at Guardian Oakleigh East. From the day my daughter started here (a little over a year ago) they have been absolutely wonderful. I have seen my daughter grow and flourish here. She adores the whole team and looks forward to her daycare days. She has recently moved into the pre kinder room and just adores her new educators.Every single team member I have encountered has gone above and beyond to work with me to find solutions, no matter the problem. They are caring, empathetic and nurturing and have been a wonderful support to my daughter and I during the last year. It is so much easier to leave her when I know how much she loves daycare and she is so well cared for.
koutro V.
01:17 16 Nov 20
Have had my son enrolled in the nursery since January this year. The staff has been nothing but supportive at all times. My child has thrived in this environment . As am essential worker during a pandemic the facility has been excellent. Highly recommended!
Lisa J.
06:43 30 Jul 20
Really happy with the support, communication and feedback that is provided at Cocos (Guardian). All questions are answered in a timely manner. Most importantly my child is happy here and has been since day 1 in the nursery.
Uyen T.
10:44 22 May 17
Staff are friendly, and the facilities are clean and vibrant. My son loves going there as there is always something new to explore
Johnny Moto Events C.
21:24 28 Dec 16
Our children go here and they enjoy it, as parents we have complete confidence in the staff. We couldn't ask for more. Highly Recommended
Chloe C.
23:59 24 Mar 21
During the orientation process, i found that the information provided to me of what would occur on the day was very vague. Upon reflection, i think it's due to the childcare service being led by your routine for your child. The good thing was we could go as many times to orientation as we saw fit. I'd prolly put some magazines out or encourage parents to bring a book as we have to stay in the waiting room while the child is in the classroom.I found that the educators were very friendly and happy to answer your questions. As a first time mum, the educators have definitely helped ease my anxieties about returning to work especially after having stayed at home with bubs for his first year and pretty much doing it on our own.My husband and i love the app used to tell us what they do at childcare and we cant get enough on seeing how much our boy has flourished in many ways since being at care. We have been blessed to have a good team in our lil boy's nursery.
Robin B
08:52 29 Apr 16
nice place for kids
- Large, spacious and modern Centre featuring beautiful learning spaces and four outdoor play areas with a wooden cubby house and vegetable garden
- A funded two-year Kindergarten program to support children in their transition to school, along with Mandarin lessons and yoga
- A short walk to Amsleigh Park Primary School and Christ Our Holy Redeemer Primary School
- Incredible learning programs with a diverse team of passionate Educators and Teachers
Come and see the Centre for yourself, meet the team and have all your questions answered. Book a tour today.
Hours
Mon to Fri 6:30am to 6:30pm
Address
82 Ferntree Gully Rd
Oakleigh East,
VIC,
3166
Take a Look Around
Welcome to our Centre
Welcome to Guardian Childcare & Education Oakleigh East, a modern and inviting centre. At our Oakleigh East early learning centre, childhood education programs are focused on play-based learning, and we provide 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
- Beautifully designed learning spaces, Mandarin lessons and weekly yoga to inspire curiosity, fun, and a sense of belonging
- Four outdoor play areas with a wooden cubby house, herb and vegetable gardens, fruit trees and pet bunnies
Meet our Centre Manager
Sammy Nightingale
“I am Sammy and I am the new Centre Manager for Oakleigh East. Book in for a tour and come and see all of our amazing changes”
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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Guardian Childcare & Education Oakleigh East provides a warm and welcoming environment that enhances early learning for children through meaningful play-based learning experiences. Your child will run smiling through our doors each morning – and greet you excitedly every afternoon with tales of what they’ve done that day. Because at Guardian, it’s all about fun, play and what they learn along the way.
Guardian Childcare & Education Oakleigh East boasts:
- Friendly educators with low staff turnover
- Music and movement programs
- Yoga
- Multicultural programs and events
- Cooking classes
- Herb and vegetable garden
We foster children’s learning through a rich array of experiences that caters to each child’s unique interests. And we offer a range of additional benefits to help support you day-to-day.
Regular communication with you – The transparency between educators and parents is important, so we use an app called Storypark. It enables the centre to provide real time updates to families, which is important for you but also supports open communication between the educators and the families. The focus is on providing children with plenty of opportunities and set them up for a lifelong love of learning. You’ll be kept up to date on our unique Visible Learning Program, which gives you a great understanding of your child’s learning for the day at pick up. It will give you plenty to talk about with them on the drive home!
Community connections – Fun and confidence-boosting local excursions for all ages, plus a wide range of cultures represented in our Centre to help you feel welcome.
Learn through play – With great resources and amazing indoor and outdoor spaces, your child will have the room to explore and flex their curiosity and creativity.
The best care at every age and stage – We welcome babies as young as six weeks, and work with families through the age stages until finally preparing our older children for the exciting transition to primary school with our leading Preschool Program. In fact, we have an amazing Nursery Team that includes a ‘Baby Ambassador’ who specialises in the developmentally appropriate care and learning of babies. One-on-one time and cuddles are prioritised for your baby, with the security of always having a familiar Educator close by who knows your baby.
Easy for families – Ample on-site parking, bus stops on our doorstep and a short walk to Caringbah train station, all adds up to convenience for those busy mornings and afternoons.
All the extras – Long care hours, support with the Child Care Subsidy and an on-site chef who prepares fresh and delicious meals each day.
We invite you to book a tour to meet our friendly staff and to see the centre for yourself!
Guardian Childcare & Education Oakleigh East is an early learning centre that services a number of local areas, including: Springvale, Moorabbin, Glen Waverley, Camberwell, Malvern, Prahran and St Kilda.
Vicky T.
13:57 26 Feb 23
Caring nurturing environment for kids to grow and thrive. My son has been attending the centre for under a couple of years now and hearing him talk about his day in the car on the way home with enthusiasm puts a smile on my face.
Liz M.
23:43 13 Jan 23
Guardian Oakleigh East has been a fantastic center for my 1 year old daughter. The staff in the babies room are so loving and caring towards all the children and were always beyond patient and gentle with my daughter who doesn't like transitions!Sammy, the center manager is simply outstanding. She couldn't be more accommodating, always happy to answer questions and coordinates a high standard of care across the center. Sammy greets the children every day with such warmth and instantly made us feel part of the center.
Jess F.
02:12 06 Dec 22
Guardian Oakleigh East are fabulous. The new management team with Sammy and Tash have been so supportive and implemented so many great initiatives for the families and the educators seem genuinely happy to be there ❤️
Evangelia S.
11:29 11 Oct 22
M W.
10:10 25 Oct 21
The staff at Guardian Childcare & Education Oakleigh East are absolutely amazing. Our daughters love attending the center as they feel safe, supported and loved. We couldn't have asked for a better setting for our children to be in. The educators have become part of our family too. I have no worries leaving my little one in the nursery as I know and trust she is getting the care and love from everyone there as if she were being looked after by a family member. Highly recommended!
PaikYee O.
06:22 13 Apr 21
Definitely one of the best childcare centres in this neighbourhood! Both my sons have grown and learnt a lot since the day they join the Centre. Well done to all educators. Keep up the good work!
Neha M.
22:14 31 Mar 21
It has been the best experience for my child. Ive seen incredible growth in him guided by the fantastic and highly experienced and friendly staff.Highly recommend for both babies and toddlers.
Lena M.
21:58 31 Mar 21
My kid loves this centre. Stuff is very professional and friendly.
ASHISH S.
05:44 31 Mar 21
All the teacher are really professional and responsive. Management is so good and straight forward. My daughter really enjoy here and we are really happy with childcare
Renee M.
04:06 30 Mar 21
I have nothing but praise for the team at Guardian Oakleigh East. From the day my daughter started here (a little over a year ago) they have been absolutely wonderful. I have seen my daughter grow and flourish here. She adores the whole team and looks forward to her daycare days. She has recently moved into the pre kinder room and just adores her new educators.Every single team member I have encountered has gone above and beyond to work with me to find solutions, no matter the problem. They are caring, empathetic and nurturing and have been a wonderful support to my daughter and I during the last year. It is so much easier to leave her when I know how much she loves daycare and she is so well cared for.
koutro V.
01:17 16 Nov 20
Have had my son enrolled in the nursery since January this year. The staff has been nothing but supportive at all times. My child has thrived in this environment . As am essential worker during a pandemic the facility has been excellent. Highly recommended!
Lisa J.
06:43 30 Jul 20
Really happy with the support, communication and feedback that is provided at Cocos (Guardian). All questions are answered in a timely manner. Most importantly my child is happy here and has been since day 1 in the nursery.
Uyen T.
10:44 22 May 17
Staff are friendly, and the facilities are clean and vibrant. My son loves going there as there is always something new to explore
Johnny Moto Events C.
21:24 28 Dec 16
Our children go here and they enjoy it, as parents we have complete confidence in the staff. We couldn't ask for more. Highly Recommended
Chloe C.
23:59 24 Mar 21
During the orientation process, i found that the information provided to me of what would occur on the day was very vague. Upon reflection, i think it's due to the childcare service being led by your routine for your child. The good thing was we could go as many times to orientation as we saw fit. I'd prolly put some magazines out or encourage parents to bring a book as we have to stay in the waiting room while the child is in the classroom.I found that the educators were very friendly and happy to answer your questions. As a first time mum, the educators have definitely helped ease my anxieties about returning to work especially after having stayed at home with bubs for his first year and pretty much doing it on our own.My husband and i love the app used to tell us what they do at childcare and we cant get enough on seeing how much our boy has flourished in many ways since being at care. We have been blessed to have a good team in our lil boy's nursery.
Robin B
08:52 29 Apr 16
nice place for kids
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