Open 6:30am to 6:00pm
Monday to Friday
Guardian Childcare & Education
Torquay
- You need to come and see why local families just like yours say our amazing 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.
- Choosing us will give you the reassurance that your child will be with a leading team who will help them be creative brave and curious in their learning
Book a tour today to see what makes our Centre special & have all your questions answered
HOURS
Mon to Fri 6:30am to 6:00pm
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 Childcare & Education Torquay, a beautifully situated centre near the beach, offering a spacious and welcoming environment for children. Our centre focuses on play-based learning through early childhood education programs, providing a nurturing, secure space for children aged six weeks to six years. With an emphasis on discovery and exploration, we ensure that each child can safely and confidently engage with the world around them.
- 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
Meet our Centre Manager Olivia
I genuinely believe that the early years of a child’s life are the most formative, and I am committed to creating an environment where your child can thrive, learn, and grow. With a personal touch and sincere dedication, I aim to foster a sense of belonging and security for both you & your little ones.
Where children are supported to be brave, curious, and bold in their learning, for the best possible start to life.
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.
With endless possibilities, there’s never a dull moment and no two days are the same.
Handover time with children, families and our friendly Educators. There's a chance for conversation to share what's important for the day/what's happened the night before at home.
Breakfast time where families are welcome to stay and enjoy breakfast with the children.
As children are arriving and families are coming and going, there's an opportunity for play as well as family grouping, open-plan play and multi-age grouping.
There's an opportunity for children to come together and enjoy morning tea.
Following morning tea, the planned experiences continue. This includes both indoor and outdoor programs.
There's an opportunity for children to come together for lunch. With an open-door policy, families are able to join the centre for meals and excursion if they wish.
For children who want to, or need to, there's an opportunity to sleep, rest or relax. For children who don't need to rest, there are planned experiences, which are more likely to be outdoors.
Children come together for afternoon tea in small groups or with siblings (they can also rest and play together, too). This time also presents an opportunity to reflect on the day.
As families arrive to pick up children, there's an opportunity to speak to Educators and share information about the day.
Some centres offer early tea or light snack at the end of the day, which they can grab as they leave the centre. We’re mindful of how routines vary at home, so if throughout the day, we notice children look tired, food will be provided.
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
5 meals per day
All incursions and excursions
Nappies and wipes
Storypark parenting app
Long day care hours year around
Helpful Information
Opening Hours
What to Bring
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
Learn More About Our Centre
Your child will love their day at Guardian Childcare & Education Torquay with our friendly and passionate team of Educators.
Here at Guardian Childcare & Education Torquay your child will get to experience a home away from home. We pride ourselves in ensuring we build beautiful trusting relationships, not only with your children but with all of our families. We strive to make you and your child feel supported from the moment you begin your journey with us and aim to provide a positive transition into the Centre where your child will feel safe and nurtured, so that you feel confident and relaxed to leave your child in our care.
Our Educators take the time to provide families with up to date information on their child´s day and development progress. Our Educators are selected for their qualifications and expertise in the early childhood field and we pride ourselves on the quality of our care and the warm and secure learning environment we provide.
Your child’s learning and development will benefit greatly from the interaction with educators and other children at the centre. We make sure that our curriculum and school readiness program fits within the Commonwealth Government’s Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards.
We cater our services at the centre to make life easier for our busy families. We provide nutritionally balanced meals prepared by our own chef in our centre kitchen. We also provide necessities such as nappies, sunscreen and bedding for nap times.
Centre Highlights
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
Our specialist two-year kindergarten/preschool program is led by degree qualified Teachers in a long day care setting. Children explore and understand their world in an environment of safety and security. It’s where they develop the foundational literacy and numeracy skills to thrive.
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.
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.
00:34 19 Dec 23
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.
Ally S.
10:16 28 Mar 23
We love being part of the Guardian Torquay family. Centre Manager Tiff and team leaders Jess and Leonie have been brilliant with our two boys. All the support educators are also fantastic. We love the daily updates we get via the Storypark app, keeps us well informed on the activities and learnings. Our boys have learnt so much and have thrived under their care.
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.
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.
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.
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.
10:57 11 Jun 21
Wonderful centre, the staff, the facilities, everything
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.
01:40 23 Sep 16
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 :)