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Guardian Childcare & Education Westgarth

Guardian Childcare & Education Westgarth

26-28 Pearl Street, Northcote, VIC, 3070 view map
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5.0
(02) 7240 3639

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Long Day Care

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6:30am to 6:30pm

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26-28 Pearl Street, Northcote, VIC, 3070

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We looked at several long daycare/kindergartens (10-ish) for our 3 year old who had never been in care before, and the other review(s) here are spot on that it is a new, clean, warm and inviting space. From the moment we brought our little guy in to the tour, he immediately jumped in and partook as if he had been going there for years and we knew it was meant to be. Six months in and he is still enjoying himself immensely, making friends, eating well, and learning new skills, practical, educational and emotional. Big shout out, first and foremost, to our kinder leaders Akkul and Isuri, and the rest of the team, Miss Iris, Ambia, Yuni and Santina, Raffia and Rusha at the front. Absolutely love the (near) daily Storypark updates of pictures of all the fun activities, crafts, exercises and games our little guy gets up to. Just outstanding. Couldn't ask for a better place. If you're looking for care anywhere in the surrounding Northcote area, just include them in your tours. You've got nothing to lose and everything to gain.

- Tyler Pukatch

About Guardian Childcare & Education Westgarth

Welcome to Guardian Childcare & Education Westgarth. Our purpose-built child care centre within the inner-city Melbourne suburb of Northcote features seven beautifully designed learning spaces, two infant sleep rooms, six art rooms, a dining hall, a visual learning room and three libraries! 

  • Guardian’s exclusive To BE Me program creates a unique learning adventure for every child. It demonstrates clearly how play connects to learning and development, offering families new insights and a lifelong record of these important years. 
  • Nursery Rooms are our specialty. Our experienced Baby Ambassador and Nursery team take the time to really know your baby’s routines and personality, supporting them to feel safe and settled. Our Nursery rooms are calm, nurturing spaces that feel like a home away from home. 
  • By focusing on Nutrition for Life, Guardian gives families peace of mind, knowing their children are developing habits that can set them up for a future of exposure to different foods, good eating patterns and healthy eating. Our qualified cook / chef provides 5 healthy foods every day from our in-house kitchen.
  • With a strong focus on safety and wellbeing, we’re proud to be a trusted choice for safe childcare.

    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 2026.

    We’re proud to provide the best local childcare in Westgarth, where every child is supported to thrive. Book a tour today!
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About the Curriculum

About the Curriculum

To BE Me is Guardian’s exclusive learning program specifically designed for each age and stage of your child’s early years.

The program includes resources and tools that support learning and make it easy to see your child’s progress along Learning and Development Pathways.

It groups your child’s learning into seven areas to help you see this progress clearly.​ Each of these areas has behaviours or skills that are generally linked to each age and stage.

Children receive their own My Learning and Development Book, which is updated regularly with their progress.

To BE Me is underpinned by Guardian’s world class teaching program that has been developed over many years of research and thousands of hours observing how children develop. 

Programs

Programs

Our Nursery Program is a partnership with your family to ensure every detail of your child’s care supports a healthy, happy baby.

  • Baby Welcome when you first start. This touches every aspect of their first 12 months in a Centre. 
  • Familiarity with the rhythm of day provides a sense of security and builds self-confidence. 
  • Safe sleep supports physical and cognitive development and emotional wellbeing. 
  • Our Baby Ambassador is your go to person for your baby's first 12 months with us. They will know every detail about your baby. 
  • Specialist Nursery teams are baby specialists and have been trained in Safe Sleep practices for young children. 
  • Nourishing baby menu prepared by our experience Chef / Cook.  
  • Our Nurseries are specially curated environments with age-appropriate resources and a home away from home feel. Dedicated cot areas support sleep time. 
Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Our bespoke To BE Me program has a two-year Kindergarten/Preschool program that meets the National Quality Standard and the National Quality Framework. It offers the support, structure, and inspiration your child needs to thrive. It is called Flying Start to School.

Our unique program for children aged 3-4 and 4-5 years old ensures they are supported to develop the important emotional, social, and thinking skills they need to make A Flying Start to School.  

Our structured educational program across 7 areas of learning has been carefully designed to meet your child’s individual needs and we use our Development Pathways to ensure it is relevant to your child’s age and stage of development. 

A Flying Start to School is implemented by our University-qualified Early Childhood Teachers in a way that is fun and engaging for your child and includes specific. learning experiences in carefully curated environments that inspire curiosity, collaboration and critical thinking.  

Speak to us about state-based government funding in participating states. 

Health and Nutrition

Health and Nutrition

We believe in nutrition for life, supporting children to develop healthy eating habits from an early age. Qualified Chefs and Cooks in our centres create fresh and nutritious meals each day, using seasonal, high-quality ingredients that align with Australian Dietary Guidelines.

Meals are designed to be delicious, introduce children to diverse flavours, and make eating healthy food a positive experience.

Managing allergies and intolerances is part of how we keep mealtimes safe and enjoyable. Every child’s needs are carefully tracked, meals are supervised by permanent educators, and allergens are strictly controlled.

Beyond providing wholesome food, we use mealtimes as learning opportunities. Children practice independence by serving themselves and engaging in conversations about food, building confidence and understanding of healthy choices.

Parent communication and involvement

Parent communication and involvement

We believe open, consistent communication with families is essential to every child’s learning and wellbeing. Our team builds strong, lasting partnerships with each family at the centre.

Personalised ‘My Learning and Development’ books track each child’s milestones and observed behaviours, with opportunities for families to share at-home observations.

Our online Storypark platform shares snapshots of learning and progress when you’re not at the centre.

Learning Exchange Displays in each room show weekly plans, experiences, and focus areas.

At year’s end or school transition, we provide a personalised summary of your child’s learning and development.

Together, we celebrate achievements, support growth, and keep you connected to your child’s learning journey. 

Meet the team

Meet the team

Our passionate, experienced educators are dedicated to supporting every child’s wellbeing and development.

With a focus on personalised care and learning, our teams create warm, inspiring environments where children feel safe and confident to explore.

Our expert educators have access to regular workshops, mentoring, and ongoing training to enhance their skills and stay up to date with the latest early learning practices.

Families can trust that every team member at Guardian is committed to nurturing their child and giving them the best start to life. 

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Guardian Childcare & Education Westgarth Reviews (6)

5.0

Rating Score

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Tyler Pukatch

Mar, 2026

We looked at several long daycare/kindergartens (10-ish) for our 3 year old who had never been in care before, and the other review(s) here are spot on that it is a new, clean, warm and inviting space. From the moment we brought our little guy in to the tour, he immediately jumped in and partook as if he had been going there for years and we knew it was meant to be. Six months in and he is still enjoying himself immensely, making friends, eating well, and learning new skills, practical, educational and emotional. Big shout out, first and foremost, to our kinder leaders Akkul and Isuri, and the rest of the team, Miss Iris, Ambia, Yuni and Santina, Raffia and Rusha at the front. Absolutely love the (near) daily Storypark updates of pictures of all the fun activities, crafts, exercises and games our little guy gets up to. Just outstanding. Couldn't ask for a better place. If you're looking for care anywhere in the surrounding Northcote area, just include them in your tours. You've got nothing to lose and everything to gain.

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Ryan H

Mar, 2026

We’ve had a positive experience with westgarth guardian - the educators we’ve had over the past three years have been warm, attentive, and genuinely care about children’s development. Currently in the four-year old kinder room, Iris, Max, Sophia and Simran have been just so kind, and are always happy to share updates about the day. The environment, team activities (like sports and cultural days) are engaging, and help to build our toddlers social skills. The building itself is modern, inviting, has multiple play areas inside, and a large play space outside on each level.

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Henry Trumble

Nov, 2023

We have had a fantastic experience with Timeout Westgarth this year. The staff are all very sweet and our daughter is clearly very happy spending the day there.

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