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Guardian Childcare & Education South Yarra Centre overview
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(03) 9122 8781Guardian South Yarra is a welcoming, light filled centre just four kilometres from Melbourne’s CBD. With play based programs designed to spark curiosity and growth, we provide a safe and nurturing environment for children from six weeks to six years, supporting families across Prahran, Cremorne, Richmond and Toorak. We’re proud of our centre, and we believe this is the best childcare in South Yarra.
Our To BE Me learning program helps you see your child’s learning adventure in a whole new light. Their pathway is personalised, with every milestone captured in a way that makes the link between play and learning clear and memorable.
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.
Our nurturing Nursery spaces are designed to help babies settle quickly, giving families comfort and confidence. Our Baby Ambassador will get to know your child’s personality, preferences and routines.
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.
Safety and wellbeing are our highest priority, giving families peace of mind in the safe childcare we provide.
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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.
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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.
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Level 1, 670 Chapel StreetSouth Yarra, VIC, 3141
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Great space for children to learn and play; indoor and outdoor. Appreciate the dedications and care by the educators at the centre. Great space for children to learn and play; indoor and outdoor. Appreciate the dedications and care by the educators at the centre.
Thank you for your lovely feedback Chris! We’re so glad to hear that you value the learning and play spaces we’ve created, both indoors and outdoors. Our educators are truly dedicated to providing a caring and enriching environment, and it’s wonderful to know their efforts are appreciated. We’re grateful to have your support!
As a profession, I do weekly school and childcare visits throughout Melbourne, so I am able to compare and contrast quite easily. Knowing... As a profession, I do weekly school and childcare visits throughout Melbourne, so I am able to compare and contrast quite easily. Knowing what I know, I can confidently say that my kids are attending one one of the best childcare and education center for several reasons which are important to me: 1) Everyone in the center cares about the wellbeing of the children. This includes the educators, the administration, the management, the chef and everyone else involved in that center. They all know each of my child's temperament, personality, likes/dislikes and are genuinely interested in them and care about them. This speaks volumes to how they all work as a team for the best interest of the child. 2) The educators -- where will we be without them! They go above and beyond for each and every one of children. This center has some of the most loving, talented and smart educators I have seen in any childcare. To them, this is not just a job, you can truly see and experience this when you see them with your kids. Kesia, Gabi, Marianne & Cici, you are our family's guardian angels. The best educators of all time. 3) Feedback - the center are there to listen and care for any concerns you may have. Last year, as a first time mother, my anxiety was as its peak, however, the whole team there were all there to listen, acknowledge, understand and help. 4) They celebrate cultural diversity which is very important to my family. The accept, respect and celebrate! 5) The childcare put a lot of effort into engaging the children in extra-curricular activities which include a soccer coach, music and dance with Happy Feet. They have also put effort into ensuring parents know other parents in their child's class. 6) The facility is top notch amazing. It is clean, the toys all have their pieces (you would be surprised this is not a guarantee in some facilities), very organized, spacious and open. There are a hundred of positive things I can say about the Guardian South Yarra but the most important are the people who work there. I thank you so much. Read more
Thank you Artika for your heartfelt and thoughtful review. We are honoured by your kind words and incredibly grateful that you’ve taken the time to share your experience with us. It means the world to us to hear that our team—from our educators to our chef and admin staff—have made such a positive impact on your family. We deeply value the relationships we build with each child and their family, and your recognition of our team's dedication, care, and teamwork is incredibly affirming. Kesia, Gabi, Marianne, and Cici will be absolutely touched to hear they’ve been described as your family’s guardian angels. We’re so proud to have them as part of our team, and we’ll be sure to pass on your beautiful message. We’re also thrilled that our commitment to cultural diversity, extracurricular engagement, and creating a welcoming community for parents has resonated with you. Your feedback inspires us to continue striving for excellence every day. Thank you again for your trust and support—it’s families like yours that make our centre such a special place.
As a Wayapa Wuurrk Earth Connection Practitioner I have been booked by the South Yarra Guardian Childcare & Education Centre to conduct Incursions... As a Wayapa Wuurrk Earth Connection Practitioner I have been booked by the South Yarra Guardian Childcare & Education Centre to conduct Incursions to teach the children about Earth Connection and caring for the Earth. I have found the staff to be professional and very supportive and the children engaging and happy to learn about caring for the Earth. The Centre has many resources for Earth Care and Indigenous learning spaces and have collaborated with me to provide the most engaging and fun activities to care for the Earth and learn about Indigenous wisdoms. It is always a delight for me to visit the South Yarra Centre. It provides varied opportunities and space for the children to interact and learn with Earth based teachings. #wayapawuurrk Read more
Thank you so much for your kind words and for the incredible work you do with our children Georgina. It’s always a pleasure having you at the centre. Your Wayapa Wuurrk sessions bring such meaningful learning and connection to Country, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with you. We’re proud to support Earth care and Indigenous perspectives in our curriculum, and your visits truly enrich the children’s understanding and respect for the world around them. We look forward to continuing this important journey together.
Absolutely lovely centre, my daughter has been attending since she's 7 months old and now one year has past - kids grow so... Absolutely lovely centre, my daughter has been attending since she's 7 months old and now one year has past - kids grow so fast. staff have been really supportive and communicative. Read more
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're pleased to hear that your daughter has been thriving with us over the past year. It's amazing how quickly they grow, isn't it? Our team is dedicated to providing a supportive and communicative environment, and we're thrilled to know that it has made a positive impact on your family. We look forward to continuing to watch your daughter grow and learn with us!
We’re really happy with the care and support our child receives. It’s a lovely center with great staff, and we appreciate all the... We’re really happy with the care and support our child receives. It’s a lovely center with great staff, and we appreciate all the effort that goes into making it such a positive place. Thank you! Read more
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're pleased to hear that you and your child are enjoying the care and support at our centre. Our dedicated staff strives to create a warm and welcoming environment, and it's fantastic to know that their efforts are making a positive impact. We truly appreciate your kind words
We’ve had a wonderful experience at south Yarra Guardian daycare centre! All staffs are caring especially Ruth, ceeda, Maria. the environment is safe... We’ve had a wonderful experience at south Yarra Guardian daycare centre! All staffs are caring especially Ruth, ceeda, Maria. the environment is safe and nurturing, and my daughter absolutely loves going every day. A special thank you to Bex and her team, who are always so helpful, approachable, and goes above and beyond to support the children and parents. Highly recommended! Read more
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your daughter have had such a positive experience at our centre. Our team, especially Ruth, Ceeda, Maria, and Bex, truly appreciate your kind words. We're dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment for all the children, and it's lovely to know that our efforts are making a difference. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to continuing to support you and your family
I can't say enough good things about Guardian South Yarra. From the moment we enrolled my eldest son (can’t believe it’s been over... I can't say enough good things about Guardian South Yarra. From the moment we enrolled my eldest son (can’t believe it’s been over 2 years now!), it's been such a positive experience. The staff goes above and beyond to accommodate his individual needs, which has made such a difference in his development and comfort. I also love how they embrace cultural diversity and inclusion, making sure every child feels valued and celebrated. The customer service is outstanding — they’re always friendly, responsive, and genuinely care about the well-being of the children. I’ve enjoyed it so much that now my 10-month-old has also joined, and I couldn’t be happier with the attention and care they’ve given him. I appreciate the welcoming, nurturing environment they’ve created, and I feel confident knowing both of my children are in such good hands. Highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for a safe, caring, and inclusive environment for their child! Read more
Thank you so much for your amazing review Sofia! We're delighted to hear that your experience with us has been so positive over the past two years. It's wonderful to know that our staff's dedication to accommodating your eldest son's individual needs has made a significant impact on his development and comfort. We're honored that you've chosen to enroll your 10-month-old with us as well, and we're so happy to hear that you're pleased with the attention and care he's receiving. Creating a welcoming and nurturing environment is our top priority, and we're glad it gives you confidence and peace of mind. Your high recommendation means the world to us. Thank you again for your amazing feedback!
We couldn’t be happier with Guardian! They are not only friendly, flexible, and professional but also truly nurturing and passionate about what they... We couldn’t be happier with Guardian! They are not only friendly, flexible, and professional but also truly nurturing and passionate about what they do. One of the standout aspects of this childcare is its commitment to inclusion, multiculturalism, and diversity. The environment is welcoming to all families and backgrounds, and it’s wonderful to see children learning about different cultures, traditions, and perspectives in such a natural and engaging way. They celebrate diversity and make every child feel valued and included. The range of activities offered is fantastic, there’s always something exciting happening! From creative arts and music to outdoor play and educational experiences, our child is constantly engaged, learning, and having fun. The facilities are modern, clean, and designed with the children’s needs in mind, making drop-offs and pick-ups incredibly convenient. Most importantly, we have complete peace of mind knowing our child is in a safe, loving, and supportive environment every day. We highly recommend Guardian to any parent looking for a place where their little one will thrive! Read more
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you couldn't be happier with Guardian. It's fantastic to know that our friendly, flexible, and professional team, along with our nurturing and passionate approach, have made a positive impact on your family. We're especially proud of our commitment to inclusion, multiculturalism, and diversity, and it's heartening to hear that you appreciate the welcoming environment and the way we celebrate different cultures and traditions. Knowing that your child is constantly engaged, learning, and having fun through our range of activities is the best feedback we could ask for. We're glad that our modern and clean facilities make drop-offs and pick-ups convenient for you, and most importantly, that you have complete peace of mind knowing your child is in a safe, loving, and supportive environment every day. Your high recommendation means the world to us. Thank you for trusting us with the care and early education of your little one!
We’ve been here for more than a year and I cannot thank this team enough for their committed educators! The centre is always... We’ve been here for more than a year and I cannot thank this team enough for their committed educators! The centre is always filled with interesting activities for the kids too. Read more
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, Lareina! Our educators are dedicated to providing engaging and enriching activities for the children, and it means a lot to know that it’s making a difference. We appreciate your support, and we’re grateful to have you as part of our community!
Parents of children with special needs be warned. After a Guardian my daughter was attending shut down, I quickly scrambled to find an... Parents of children with special needs be warned. After a Guardian my daughter was attending shut down, I quickly scrambled to find an alternative & was relieved when the South Yarra branch accepted her enrolment, going so far as taking a bond. When South Yarra realised she had special needs (autism) they instantly revoked the offer, even though she had been attending Guardian for years, including the South Yarra branch when she was a baby, without any incident. When we asked why she was being discriminated against because of her disability, we were told they simply did not have the space, despite having just accepted my bond payment, on their prompt. This caused undue hurt & distress. We didn’t appreciate the gaslighting. It didn’t help that it took over a month & several requests on my part to recover the bond fee. Read more
Frankie, thank you for your review. We really appreciate you taking the time to let us know so that we can work to fix this. In the meantime, rest assured that your feedback will be taken seriously, and we will follow up with you shortly. We are very sorry that we could not provide a positive experience for you this time.