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Guardian Childcare Sydenham

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  • Safety always comes first at Guardian Childcare. Every member of the team is fully committed to upholding our child safety approach,ensuring a safe environment for all children.
  • We’re the proud winner of a Family Choice Award 2025. based on ratings from the Family Satisfaction Survey and independent Google Reviews.
  • Our Sydenham centre has newly refurbished indoor spaces, with an expansive outdoor area, complete with a bike track, sandpit, and a veggie garden.
  • Our centre feels like home, where each day is exciting, from our nursery to our leading 2-year kindergarten program.

354 Sydenham Road Sydenham, VIC, 3037

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

Limited Spaces Available

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Meet our Centre Manager Cary and team

"At Sydenham we role model positive relationships with children and families by being supportive, approachable and acknowledging everyone as individuals."

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At Guardian Sydenham, your family is at the heart of all we do. Our daycare centre offers a nurturing environment and high-quality education for the communities of Sydenham, Taylors Lakes, and Keilor Lodge.

From our nursery through to our government-funded Flying Start to School long daycare kindergarten program, we provide a place where your child’s learning and growth are celebrated.

The families of Sydenham and surrounding suburbs choose our centre because of our inspiring indoor spaces, filled with quality, age-appropriate resources, and our personalised, sector-leading To BE Me learning milestones program.

We provide a premium daycare where your child’s safety and wellbeing is our priority.

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We Care More. The Guardian Difference.

A new era in early learning.

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Premium Learning Spaces

Inspiring environments for curious minds.

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Where care meets peace of mind.

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Building lifelong healthy habits with every bite.

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2 year Preschool / Kinder program for school readiness.

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Partnership with families & community

Stay connected, every step of the way.

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What Learning Looks Like at Different Ages

Babies 0-2
Toddler 2-3
Preschool/Kindergarten 3-5
To Be Me

A new era in early learning. To BE Me is our exclusive learning program designed for each age & stage of a child’s first years, tailored to their age, interests & strengths. Their pathway is personalised, with every milestone captured to makes the link between play & learning clear & memorable.

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Kristina S.
I absolutely love that this facility has pretty much all the same staff and centre manager from 12 years ago from my nieces attending and now my own 2 boys. The staff are dedicated and caring to all the children. Freshly cooked meals on site, multiple areas of play and learning experiences. Thank you for being a wonderful support for my boys.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Kristina! We’re so pleased you’ve had such a positive experience and appreciate the continuity of our dedicated team over the years. It’s wonderful to hear you value the freshly cooked meals, multiple play areas, and learning experiences. Thank you for trusting us with your boys and sharing your kind words!
Rob J.
This centre is amazing, the center manager runs a tight ship and as a result her staff members have been hand picked to up hold a high standard in child care. You only just need to stroll thru the centre to notice the staff here don't leave, they are all long term, which indicates a great environment and a great centre for the kids and the staff.
After 7 yrs dealing with this centre, its gonna be sad to say goodbye to the lovely staff, because they truly has been like family tasked with looking after and raising our kids !
Response from the owner:Thank you, Rob, for sharing such a heartfelt review. After 7 years with us, your words mean so much. We’re thrilled to hear you value the centre manager’s leadership and the stability of the long-term team, creating a consistent, caring environment is something we prioritise. Knowing the educators have felt like family and played such an important role in your children’s lives is incredibly special. Thank you for your trust and support over the years. We’ll miss your family and wish you all the best in the next chapter.
Shafi H.
Our daughter loves going to her kinder and she returns happy every time big thank you to whole team especially Amanda,Neha and Natalie
Response from the owner:Thank you, Shafi, for your lovely feedback. We’re so pleased to hear your daughter loves attending and comes home happy every time. Your recognition of the whole team, especially Amanda, Neha, and Natalie, means so much, we’ll be sure to share your kind words with them. Thank you for your support!
Stacey S.
Great place to take your children
Great healthy food 😋
Highly rate this center
Response from the owner:Thank you, Stacey, for your lovely feedback. We’re thrilled to hear you highly rate the centre and appreciate the healthy meals provided. Creating a safe, nurturing environment with nutritious food and engaging experiences is always our goal, and we’re so glad this has been your experience. Thank you for your support!
Jessica D.
Highly recommend! My first son went there 10 years ago and now my second child goes there and they have been amazing with both children. Always welcomed as soon as you enter by someone at reception and so many friendly faces greeting you as you walk in. I love that so many of the staff there now are the same as 10+ years ago. It made starting my second child there so much easier. Their activities and education for the children are always interesting and there’s always something new to do and learn. I really like the new program they’ve brought in that keeps you in the loop of how your child is progressing, their strengths and areas for improvement. Thank you for the daily updates and photos on the app so I can see what he is up to each day. You guys have been amazing 😊
A special mention to the pink room educators ❤️
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jessica, for sharing such a wonderful review. It means so much to hear that you’ve trusted us with both of your children over the years. Knowing that the familiar faces and warm welcome made starting your second child easier is exactly what we hope to provide for families. We’re thrilled that you enjoy the engaging activities and educational experiences, as well as our new To BE Me program that keeps you updated on your child’s progress. Your appreciation for the daily updates and photos is truly valued, and we’ll make sure to pass on your special mention to the pink room educators, they’ll be delighted to hear this. Thank you again for your continued support and recommendation!
Jacinta P
I cannot speak more highly of Guardian Sydenham. We travel 25 minutes each way to attend this centre, and honestly, we wouldn’t go anywhere else. They’ve set the standard for what great care looks like.

I was really anxious when my son first started in the nursery room, but the educators made me feel at ease straight away. They’ve always treated him with so much care and kindness that it feels like he is being cared for by loved ones. Over the last year and a half, every educator he’s had has been nothing short of amazing, from his regular educators to those filling in during breaks, who have gotten to know him so well. They all know him by first name and are always greeting him when crossing paths in the hallways.

I would especially like to recognise educator, Tina, who has been especially incredible. Her genuine empathy, patience and commitment to her role has been unmatched. She truly goes above and beyond, not only for my son, but for all the children. All of my sons past and current educators have been nothing short of amazing, and we feel so incredibly lucky to have them in our lives.

Centre management, Carey and Bianca, have also been fantastic. They’ve always been approachable and quick to respond to any questions or small issues, which gives us real peace of mind.

Overall, a truly amazing centre! Can’t recommend it enough!
Response from the owner:It means so much to us that you choose to travel 25 minutes each way just to be part of our centre—that kind of commitment speaks volumes, and we’re honoured to be your chosen place of care. Knowing that we’ve set the standard for what great care looks like for your family is the highest compliment we could receive. We understand how emotional and nerve-wracking it can be to leave your little one in someone else’s care, especially in those early nursery days. We’re so glad our educators were able to ease your anxiety and make you feel supported from the very beginning. Your son is such a joy to care for, and it’s been wonderful watching him grow and thrive over the past year and a half. A special shout-out to Tina—your words about her empathy, patience, and dedication are spot on. She truly embodies the spirit of Guardian Sydenham, and we’ll make sure she sees your kind recognition. And of course, Carey and Bianca will be so touched to hear how their approachability and responsiveness have given you peace of mind. We feel incredibly lucky to have families like yours in our community. Thank you again for your trust, your kind words, and for being such an important part of our centre. We look forward to continuing this journey with you and your son.
Deran A.
Great Center. They very welcoming of my 5 yo son. Definitely 5 star service
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your review! We're pleased to hear that you and your son had a great experience at our centre. Our team takes pride in creating a welcoming environment for all our families. Your kind words and 5-star rating mean a lot to us!
marina H.
Both my children attended guardian childcare Sydenham and I have nothing but positive things to say. From the day we toured until our children finished attending childcare the staff have been nothing but fantastic to us and our family. Our children loved going to childcare and it was so nice to have our children enjoy childcare. A massive thank you to everyone at guardian for being so wonderful.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your heartfelt review Marina! Our team strives to create a welcoming and nurturing environment, and it’s wonderful to know that our efforts have made a difference for your family. It’s especially heartwarming to hear that your children loved coming to our centre, their smiles and enthusiasm brighten our days! Your kind words mean the world to us and inspire us to continue providing the best care possible. We wish your family all the best and hope to see you again in the future!
Indika M.
liz S.
Very happy. One of the best experience so far in regard of child care, Teacher Amreet is amazing lovely and so much caring.
My child never get too dirty like other places i have previously experienced.
Thanks to Amreet Supreet Ayesha for your amazing care to my kid.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your feedback about our centre in Sydenham! We are 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 outcomes for our children and really appreciate your review.
Rachel O
I am very pleased with the care my son has received at this service. From the initial visit , orientation and first few days of care I felt at ease knowing he was in safe hands. The educators were very loving and genuine and this hasn't change as he continues to attend. I would highly recommend this service. Your child will be well looked after by caring and well knowledgeable educators.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the awesome review, Rachel! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and always strive to find ways to improve our centres. Glad to you hear you have had such a great experience!
Natasha S.
cinthia C.
We are very happy with the care and welcoming environment for both our sons in nursery 1 and prekinder rooms. The team is lovely, welcoming and friendly to talk to. The management team always try to assist in anything they can. I recommend this centre to everyone.

Thank you to all the guardian team you are amazing 👏
Response from the owner:Thanks for the awesome review, Cinthia! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and always strive to find ways to improve our centres. Glad to you hear you have had such a great experience!
Charlene G
I would like to personally thank both of you and to the whole team at Sydenham Guardian. You girls go above and beyond with your families, and I will never forget your center as it really has become a second home for my boys.

Both Josh and I always felt that the boys were well taken care of and that they have thrived so much during their time there.

We wish you nothing but the best in the future and a very Merry Christmas and New Year!
Response from the owner:Thank you Charlene for your great review for our centre in Sydenham. 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 😊
Renee G.
My child always enjoys her time here. Activities are educational and engaging, and the atmosphere in the room is calm, controlled and happy. They have routine and rules which greatly helps prepare children for the future (prep)
Response from the owner:Thank you Renee for your 5-star rating for our centre in Sydenham. We really appreciate your positive review and look forward to creating a great experience at Guardian over many more days to come!
Rinki A.
Helena N.
Son has been with them for 2.5 years and he's flourishing. Feels like having a sleeper agent in the house, I'll say a random word and all of a sudden he's dancing and singing a song I've never seen or heard. Love it so much XD
Response from the owner:Thank you for your 5-star rating of our centre in Sydenham. We really appreciate your positive review and look forward to creating a great experience at Guardian for many more days to come! ​
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Carina B.
I was lucky enough to have my daughter cared for by the staff at Guardian Childcare Sydenham. Not only did they care for my daughter, but they treated me as part of thier extended family. As a first time mum, they supported us both. We started there when my daughter was 5 months old until she left after Kindergarten. I never had to worry that my daughter wasn't getting proper care and love. We still now (2 years on), go and visit the educators, who always welcome us with open arms.
Response from the owner:Carina, thank you for the review! We’re so happy you loved your experience and can’t wait to have you back at our centre with your little one. Until then, we’re here if you need anything 😊
Mia N.
My son has been attending here since 10 months old. Have always had such a great experience. The communication is great, always get updates with his day and photos of what he did. If they are ever concerned about him they call. I can always call also to get any updates. He has just moved to the older room and it’s been an easy transition. Would highly recommend this centre, he’s had the same staff from day 1 and only just changed now as he’s moved rooms.
Response from the owner:Thank you Mia for your great review for our centre in Sydenham. We are so happy to hear that we are meeting your expectations. We will continue to provide the best possible care for our families and children 😊
Sarmad A.
Tania R.
The staff are amazing, very caring and friendly. Always easy to deal with and to talk to. The centre is clean and filled with displays of art from the children which is always nice to see. Would recommend the centre to everyone. Also love the excursions and incursions they have for the children.
Cyndi Z.
The educators at Guardian Sydenham are second to none. The care they provide on a daily basis to my two girls is just amazing. Specifically Grace, Nat, Kahliah, Emma, Christina the list goes on. We are kept involved and informed as parents with newsletters . Nothing is ever too much trouble. The rooms are filled with artwork and happiness. My older daughter previously went to another childcare centre and they just do not compare! My only regret is I didn’t move her sooner!! Thank you Cary, Bianca and all the Guardian Sydenham team
Response from the owner:Thank you for your feedback about our centre in Sydenham! We are 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 outcomes for our children and really appreciate your review.
Michela P.
Sarah C.
Fantastic educators that take an interest in my child’s learning and development. I can tell that each educator has made the effort to develop a bond with my child and that she feels connected to her educators.
Vera, Manisha & Aimee go above and beyond to ensure every child in their care get the attention and support they need and encourage each child’s individuality and interests.
amninder K.
My daughter has settled in very smoothly in the green room. She loves coming to the centre and enjoy everyday activities with her friends.
Wel C.
No doubt my daughter loves this place, she never stops telling stories about her day at the childcare. My daughter likes Karen and Aaron, she told us how caring and friendly her educators are. In general, all the Staff from reception, manager, and other educators are accommodating.
The facility is spacious, clean, and modern. I highly recommend this centre.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your feedback about our centre in Sydenham! We are 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 outcomes for our children and really appreciate your review.
karamjeet kaur S.
I am so grateful to guardian Sydenham .Jayan love his teachers Karen and arron they are so helpful and professional .they always provide the updates regarding jayan progress and helped him achieved the goals .All the educator and manger of this centre are very friendly and supportive.I highly recommend this centre.thanks a lot for support and love given to jayandeep.
Jennifer H.
Faye M.
My daughter started in the blue room at the centre about 4 months ago, and had a lot of trouble settling in. The staff are so nurturing, understanding and kind and over the past 4 months she has come such a long way in settling and and constantly talks about how happy she is at daycare when she comes home! The fact the centre also offers different experiences for the kids such as a library and light room experience, along with lots of outdoor space and activities was a huge tick!
Response from the owner:Thanks for the awesome review, Faye ! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear that we met your expectations. We strive to find ways to improve our centres as we play a vital role in lives of our families and children. Thank you again.
Tanja C.
When choosing a childcare centre both myself and my husband were really drawn to this centre and I guess energy and the vibe we got didn't do us wrong in our decision.
The staff and management are all amazing they go above and beyond and my children really enjoy attending the centre.
I have to send a very special shout out to KRISTY and her team for your regular feedback and keeping me in the loop with Nikola's progression your an amazing women and nothing is to hard for you.
My boys have come a long way since attending the centre and are striving and its all thanks to the wonderful and professional team at Guardian, keep up the amazing work, much appreciated Cubela family.
Response from the owner:Hi Tanja and thank you so much for your great feedback on our Sydenham 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!
Dinusha P.
I am so grateful for the care, love and understanding that the entire team at Guardian Sydenham has shown towards my daughters.
Kristy & her team @ Pink room has been amazing, shows genuine care & support.
Also Karen & her team @ Kinder room has been so great. Kinder program helped my daughter develop confidence and a love for learning in creative and fun approach. Highly recommend this place.
Response from the owner:Hi Dinusha and thank you so much for your great feedback on our Sydenham 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!
Jeannette H.
Response from the owner:Thank you Jeannette for your 5 star rating for our Sydenham centre. 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.
Simon H.
Kristy and the rest of pink room have been amazing with my daughter. She has had so many ups and downs, but the girls really know how to acknowledge what she needs and keep her on track.
Response from the owner:Hi Simon , thank you for your valuable feedback on our Sydenham centre. Really glad to hear that your experience with Guardian is of a positive one. We'd love to continue providing great experience to all Guardian families as our children are what matters most. Thanks again.
Lyn W.
We honestly love this centre! I have been sending both kids since they were 6months old and it’s been close to 4 years, so I can defiantly say we have made some great relationships with the amazing carers. My little one is in Jess and Kristy’s room which she absolutely adores and my eldest is in the kinder room with Karen and Amrit which he speaks very highly of. If you’re a parent looking into this centre please don’t hesitate because I can guarantee you they’ll be in fantastic hands!
Response from the owner:Thanks for the awesome review, Lyn on our Guardian Sydenham! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear that we met your expectations. We strive to find ways to improve our centres as we play a vital role in lives of our families and children. Thank you again.
Kieran S.
Facilities are fantastic. Staff are friendly and and the activities they do with the kids are engaging and educational. Keep up the great work!
Response from the owner:Kieran, thank you for the great review! We’re so happy experience with our Guardian Sydenham is of a positive one and can’t wait to have you back at our centre with your child/ren. Until then, we’re here if you need anything. Thank you again.
z E.
Great management, professional in dealing with kids, very friendly and honest re performance and improvement of your kid.
Karen and her team in the orange room are amazing and have a lot of patient and experience.
Very grateful.
After trying multiple daycares, I highly recommend Guardian
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words! We’re so happy your experience at our Sydenham centre is going went so well. We’d love to continue providing great service to all Guardian families as our children are what matters most. Look forward to seeing you back at the centre . Thanks again!
jamila C.
As a first time mom, I felt guilty enrolling my then 4 months old son in a childcare so that I can come back to work. Looking back, I realized that it's one of the best decision my husband and I made. Our son is nearly 8 months old now and we never had any problem. The educators and staff have always been wonderful! I can see how much they love and care for the children and families. They always ask for my consent first before introducing anything to my son especially food. I love how spacious the rooms are for it enables kids to move around and explore. Equipment and toys were always clean and well maintained. The centre follows government guidelines on preventing spread of virus. It also makes my husband and I feel happy and proud whenever they share photos of our son doing fun and educational activities through story park. Our son has definitely progressed well with the help of the educators and he seems very happy! All we have are just positive feedbacks for Guardian Childcare Sydenham and I am happy to recommend it to anyone.
Nicole B.
My son is currently in Pink room.
The team are wonderful with my son and he asks each morning if he is going to see them that day.
Drop off with Kristy/ Sarah or Amy goes so smoothly. My son happily waves goodbye as he goes off into their care.
He comes home talking about all the wonderful things he has done each day.
They are amazing!
Mai G.
My son has been attending this Centre since he was in baby room but he has really started to grow in the orange room. Karen has always been caring and will always keeps me updated on how my son does. Keep up the awesome work 😉
Amy J.
Such an amazing place, my son enjoys learning while playing. He learnt and developed so much this year in Kinder/ Orange Room thanks to the wonderful educators who are so loving and caring
Yasmin T.
My son at the end of last year changed centres and he was settled in really well by the educator Karen, she really helped him make friends and feel included. She helped him settle in and until now she has really been supportive and focuses on his educational needs to grow and succeed. She has been reporting back to me about any issues that arise. I’m truly grateful he has a wonderful kinder teacher as there aren’t many good ones around! The centre is big and plenty of space for kids to play.
Neha V.
Both my daughters love to come here. Karen, Amrit and Aaron welcome my children with respect, love and a big smile on their faces everyday.
Julie F.
What a fabulous group of caring educators in the entire centre but specifically in the orange room, my son Lennox has been attending this centre since he was 11 months the support and investment by the educators has been amazing and I can’t thank everyone enough!
bianca G.
The educators at sydenham road are loving, caring and very friendly I have sent both my children to this centre, and the staff in the aqua room and babies room have gone above and beyond for my children, my children look forward to going to care and seeing their friends and educators, both my children have formed trusting relationships with their educators which makes me happy knowing there safe, cared and loved. highly recommend this centre.
Lyndon B.
Our son has now been attending the centre for over a year and we couldn’t be happier. In the PINK room currently with Sarah, Kristy and Co. He has the best fun and runs into the centre each morning. Some days it is hard to get him to come home. They have been so helpful and flexible especially during the COVID-19 dramas. They also accommodated out daughter for her work experience at short notice which was greatly appreciated. Highly recommended.
zeina Y.
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Rhythm of the Day

We know children and families like routine, so you will always receive a warm welcome each morning and an invitation to stay for breakfast. At the end of the day, a smooth transition is assured with your child’s belongings ready for you after a day that fulfils your child's interests and curiosity. In between, the day is filled with new and exciting experiences to engage young minds as part of their early childhood education. Here’s a glimpse of what a day of play-based learning at our childcare centre often looks like.

Morning

Breakfast time provides a great chance for you to share what is important and how your baby’s night at home was.

Mid-Morning

Your baby will enjoy engaging in both our indoor and outdoor nursery environments with planned experiences like songs and story time, followed by morning tea.

Middle of the Day

Your baby’s lunch times will suit their needs, and with our open-door policy, families are welcome to enjoy lunch/bottle time with your baby. When your baby is ready, they are gently settled for sleep and rest.

Mid-Afternoon

Our planned indoor and outdoor nursery experiences continue with the chance for movement, games and more books and songs, with an afternoon snack provided.

End of Day

The Nursery team are eager to share information about your baby’s day and their learning, preparing you and your baby for a smooth transition to your evening.

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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) $155.55 $66.89 $37.33
Toddler (2–3) $155.55 $66.89 $37.33
Kinder (3–5) $152.98 $65.78 $36.72

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 do you provide?

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

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.

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.

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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Guardian Centres Nearby

Bright and spacious classroom at Guardian Childcare Hillside VIC featuring diverse play areas designed for play-based learning and early childhood development.

Hillside

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Hillside VIC 3037

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