Guardian Childcare & Education Torquay

  • Keeping children safe always comes first. All of our team are committed to uphold the highest standards of child safety. Read our approach here
  • With new lower fees & enhanced CCS benefits it’s the perfect time to join our centre & nurturing community.
  • You need to come and see why local families just like yours say our amazing recently refurbished centre, feels like a home away from home for their children who have fun every single day. Be a part of it.
  • We know you want the best for your child. At Guardian Torquay we are proud of our quality learning, incredible resources, and the care and attention we provide each child. You have to come and see us.

Book a tour today to see what makes our Centre special & have all your questions answered

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HOURS

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

ADDRESS

3-5 Attunga Drive Torquay, VIC, 3228

SPACES AVAILABLE NOW ACROSS ROOMS

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

Welcome to our Centre

Welcome to Guardian Torquay, where each child’s growth is celebrated. You’ll find quality care and engaging learning from our Nursery through to our government-funded Flying Start to School kindergarten program.

What makes our Torquay early learning centre the ideal choice?

• Newly-refurbished indoor spaces filled with quality, age-appropriate resources that engage and inspire
• Expansive outdoor area with a pirate ship, veggie garden, and pet chicken.
• Our To BE Me learning programs meet each child where they are, supporting their individual development.

Families quickly discover a welcoming community with a shared commitment to every child’s wellbeing and safety. We’re proud of our daycare centre – your child will never want to leave!

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Meet our Centre Manager Celine

"With over 10 years of experience in early childhood education across various roles, I bring the same passion and dedication to Guardian Torquay today as I did on my very first day. I am thrilled to step into this role, partnering with you and our amazing team to create a truly special "home away from home" where your children can thrive."

Daily Fees

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

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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

4.2
(16)
Ro1818
Ro1818
10:58 11 Jun 25
We’ve been really happy with the centre. The room educators especially Selvin, Lilli and Corey are nurturing, proactive, and genuinely caring. Our little one has the best time here and we can see how much she’s thriving in her development
Alec B.
Alec B.
06:09 03 Apr 25
I absolutely love this centre. My child has attended Guardian Torquay for two years now and I could not recommend it more highly.Even more so now with the new management team who have been nothing but incredible.The staff are friendly, passionate, well trained. and openly communicate about my child's day.
Mareike G.
Mareike G.
09:03 05 Mar 24
Centre Management is responsiveThe staff are caring and provide regular feedback about how my children are going
Jacquie C.
Jacquie C.
00:34 19 Dec 23
Candice M.
Candice M.
02:04 30 Oct 23
We love being part of guardian family. Tiff and the dream team of educators care for our daughter, help her be independent and lots of educational and developmental activities, she comes home happy and excited to share the day. I am blessed to be part of their community. The educators give great updates daily and get to know us and my daughter and you feel like part of a family. Thank you to wonderful team at guardian.
Jill S.
Jill S.
01:19 16 Jan 23
Great centre, fantastic educators and overall facilities. My kids are so happy here and have experienced so much growth since starting.
Rebecca O.
Rebecca O.
06:18 21 Jun 22
My oldest daughter has attended Guardian Torquay for over 3.5 years and my youngest daughter for 1 year. It feels like our second family! We are always warmly welcomed and the educators take the time to connect with both the kids and us parents!
Aditi C.
Aditi C.
01:36 10 Jun 22
The staff and centre managers are very accommodating, helpful and lovely with our kids. The outdoor spaces for the bigger kids are really engaging and fun. My children love the meals offered and are enjoying their days here.
Charlotte O.
Charlotte O.
01:16 07 Jun 22
My son has been going to Guardian for the past year and absolutely loves it there. The educators are so caring and the programs they put together are fun and educational.My son loves spending time in their outdoor area playing with all the toys and equipment.Couldn’t be more thankful for all the love and care they provide to my son and our family on a daily basis.
Lauren Y.
Lauren Y.
10:57 11 Jun 21
Wonderful centre, the staff, the facilities, everything
Olivia M.
Olivia M.
13:01 21 Aug 19
New outdoor play spaces are amazing. Exceeding rated childcare. Cosy and family friendly centre and the kids are so relaxed and happy. The centre manager is lovely and staff are helpful.
jason M.
jason M.
01:40 23 Sep 16
Hannah O.
Hannah O.
02:34 14 Jun 22
A lovely centre that nurtures and communicates well. My daughter loves the evolving room set up's and delicious lunches :)
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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

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.

Read more here

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) $155.00 $66.65 $37.20
Toddler (2–3) $155.00 $66.65 $37.20
Kinder (3–5) $153.00 $65.79 $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 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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Celine

Our Centre team, led by our experienced Centre Manager Celine, 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 Torquay 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 a sandpit and veggie garden
  • On-site Chef providing fresh snacks and meals daily
  • Highly experienced Educators and degree-qualified Teachers
  • Nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, a hat and bed linen provided
  • Extended hours of care each weekday from 6:30am to 6:00pm

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

No state fee relief information available.

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.

What our families say about the centre

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