Guardian Childcare & Education Oakleigh East

Guardian Childcare and Education Oakleigh East offers the warmth and comfort of a family home, in south-east Melbourne. Our purpose-built outdoor space is accessible from every classroom and has plenty of room in which to run, ride and explore.   

Our spacious day care and child care centre 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. The centre is filled with bright, stimulating materials that encourage children to explore and engage their curiosity to discover more about the exciting world around them.  

Children are supported through those important early years to explore and develop their social and emotional skills through their early learning journey by a dedicated team of university-qualified Teachers and Educators. They create learning experiences in a nurturing environment that fosters creativity and imagination in a safe environment for young age groups.      

Guardian Oakleigh East offers flexible childcare hours from 6:30am to 6:30pm every weekday, making it one of the best daycare options for families in Oakleigh. We encourage parents to stay during drop-off or pick-up times to explore our welcoming learning environment and see why we are a top choice for kindergarten nearby.  

Our Educators and Teachers can show you the various play materials and education spaces throughout the Centre to help you discover our approach to learning as well as support you continue the learning with activities at home. We encourage involving the whole family in their child’s care and education to ensure they are happy as they learn and grow.  

Our family communication app, Storypark, provides you with photos and updates on your child throughout the day, offering you the opportunity to stay informed about your child’s early learning and development. We also set up different learning outcomes for the children through Storypark, which supports them in achieving developmental milestones and understanding new ideas.  

For children aged three and four, we have a kindergarten program led by university-qualified Teachers that can support your child in their preparation for the step up into primary school. Our kindergarten curriculum is based on leading child development research and demonstrates our commitment to providing the best possible start to life for your child through quality child care services.  

Our early childhood education program is led by specialist Educational Leaders who guide teaching and early learning in a flexible and research-supported way. The leading curriculum supports discovery and gives children the best start to life, as well as being aligned with the National Quality Standard.  

Through our high-quality kindergarten program, children can learn some of the skills that are often only introduced in early primary school. We begin learning and exploring shapes, numbers and letters through fun, play-based activities.  

We develop each child’s literacy and numeracy skills to help them feel confident and prepared during the challenging leap into primary school. Our high-quality program supports the needs and routines of each of our families, and we ensure each child’s cultural and family background is supported and encouraged.     

We’re committed to children’s nutrition, and our on-site cook prepares each meal fresh and packed with all the nutrients that children need at their age. We encourage children to engage in food preparation and to ask questions about where their food comes from, why it’s good for them, and how they can eat it. We also encourage exploration of the cultural heritage behind different foods, helping promote diversity and inclusion from an early age.   

As part of our unique Visible Learning Program, families will be able to gain an understanding of their child’s education. Our Learning Exchange Display will provide the opportunity for our Teachers and Educators to share updates on your child’s progress. It will also be a chance for you to have direct input into your child’s learning!      

Our early childhood centre in Clayton South, conveniently located near Oakleigh, is perfect for families seeking exceptional daycare services. As a leading childcare facility serving Clayton and surrounding areas, we prioritise safety and create a nurturing environment that stimulates young minds. At our early learning centre in Clayton, children benefit from a curriculum that combines creativity with structured educational practices. With our dedicated team of educators and state-of-the-art facilities, we ensure every child enjoys a joyful journey of discovery and development. 

Why not come and meet the team and have a look around our Centre today? We’d love to show you why Guardian Childcare and Education Oakleigh East is the perfect learning environment for your child. At Guardian, we believe that together, we can give young children the best start to life. We look forward to welcoming you soon! 

Our Oakleigh East childcare centre offers:

• Quality learning programs such as Joy of Reading, Cooking and Sustainability
• Engaging indoor learning spaces full of quality educational resources
• Expansive outdoor play spaces with four outdoor play areas with a wooden cubby house, herb and vegetable gardens, fruit trees and pet bunnies
• On-site Chef providing fresh snacks and meals daily
• Highly experienced Educators and degree-qualified Teachers
• Nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, high-quality formula and bed linen provided
• Extended hours of care each weekday from 6:30am to 6:30pm