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Bayside Early Learning Centre And Kindergarten Mentone East

Bayside Early Learning Centre And Kindergarten Mentone East

37 Blackwood Avenue, Mentone, VIC, 3194 view map
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03 8510 5889

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Long Day Care

Hours:

6:30am to 6:30pm

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37 Blackwood Avenue, Mentone, VIC, 3194

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We have had a great experience at Guardian Mentone West starting our little one in care. We are so grateful to Mae, Jess, and Eli in the nursery for helping our son settle in and grow in confidence.

- Madeleine Oshlack

About Bayside Early Learning Centre And Kindergarten Mentone East

Welcome to Bayside Early Learning Centre and Kindergarten – Mentone East, a nurturing and inspiring early learning environment where children aged six weeks to six years feel safe, supported, and excited to learn every day.

Our newly refurbished and spacious centre is thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity and creativity. With six age-specific learning spaces and three separate playground areas, children experience programs tailored to their stage of development in safe, engaging environments. Our team of passionate, highly experienced educators and degree-qualified teachers provide high-quality early childhood education while building strong, trusting relationships with children and their families.

We strongly value family involvement in children’s learning and development and believe that working together creates the best outcomes for every child. We Pride ourselves on maintaining open and supportive communication with parents whenever they need guidance or support.

Our beautiful outdoor environments encourage exploration and discovery, featuring native trees, herb and vegetable gardens, creek beds, water play areas, and nature-inspired learning spaces. Children also enjoy regular excursions within the local community, including visits to Mentone Park Primary School, local supermarkets, the Mentone Fire Station, and the Mentone Aquarium, helping them build confidence and a sense of belonging.

Our centre proudly offers:
• Enriching programs including Joy of Reading, Cooking, and Sustainability
• Fresh, nutritious meals prepared daily by our on-site chef
• Nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, hats, bags, and bed linen provided
• Extended hours from 6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday

Families with children aged three and four will benefit from Victorian Free Kindergarten funding alongside the Child Care Subsidy.

We invite you to book a tour and discover our welcoming community. You can also visit our other centre at 132 Collins Street, Mentone.

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Services Provided by Bayside Early Learning Centre And Kindergarten Mentone East

State Government Approved Programs

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Fresh Meals Prepared On-Site

Children enjoy fresh, nutritious meals and snacks prepared daily by our full-time on-site chef, supporting healthy eating habits and balanced nutrition.

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Free Kindergarten Program

Eligible families can benefit from the Victorian Government’s Free Kindergarten Program, providing funded learning opportunities for three and four-year-old children.

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Qualified and Registered Educators

Our team consists of fully qualified and registered educators and teachers who are dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education and care.

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Weekly Sports Program

Children participate in a fun and engaging weekly sports program, supporting physical development, teamwork, coordination, and confidence.

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Programs

Programs

The centre programs revolve around the interests and skills of the children. The educators take a personalised approach to get to know each child, their needs and what interests them most. They then tailor the program to match.

With a mix of structured and unstructured play, the educators embed important foundational learning and skills throughout the day. What may seem like fun and play to the children or even to an outside observer, the educators carefully plan activities with real learning benefits. Whether it’s counting the chairs to put out at lunch or practising social skills through dress up play, the children are always growing, learning and developing.

Community is also a strong focus in the program. The educators make the most of their community connections to plan engaging incursions and excursions for the children to enjoy. This enhances their sense of belonging as they develop an understanding of the world around them.

Meet the team

Meet the team

The team at the centre is made up of a mix of accredited Teachers, experienced Lead Educators and passionate Educational Leaders. No matter the role they play in the team, each and every person is dedicated to nurturing and supporting the children in their care.

Unique to Guardian Childcare & Education is the role of Baby Ambassador. It is the Baby Ambassador’s role to get to know the youngest children at the centre and ensure their needs are met each and every day. They also liaise with the families to give added peace of mind that their baby is happy and well during the day.

The team is the heart of the centre. Each member is valued for the individual skills they bring to the team and the contribution they make. For this reason, staff turnover is low ensuring a consistent experience for the children.

Parent communication and involvement

Parent communication and involvement

At Guardian Childcare & Education, parents are invited to be directly involved in their children’s time at the centre. Parents can join their children for breakfast when they drop them off or come in at other times to share meals. They are also invited to join the children on excursions or at other events.

In the centre, parents will find Visible Learning Displays. This helps to track the children’s progress and provides a connection point to spark conversations between parents and educators. Parents and educators also use the StoryPark app for communication with the educators providing regular updates via this platform.

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Bayside Early Learning Centre And Kindergarten Mentone East Reviews (52)

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Madeleine Oshlack

Oct, 2025

We have had a great experience at Guardian Mentone West starting our little one in care. We are so grateful to Mae, Jess, and Eli in the nursery for helping our son settle in and grow in confidence.

Response from the owner 23 Oct 2025

Good day, Madeleine! Thanks so much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that your little one has settled in well and is growing in confidence. Mae, Jess, and Eli will be so happy to know their care and support have made such a positive difference. We’re grateful to have your family as part of our centre community!

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N.M

Aug, 2025

Wonderful centre, manager and staff. My daughter absolutely loves going here (This is our second year). They have regular incursions (sports class and music class) which are the absolute highlight of her day. Her confidence, language and fine motor skills have improved immensely since she started and I am so glad I chose Mentone East after touring 4 childcare centres. If you are on the fence about choosing a childcare, I would 100% recommend Guardian Mentone East. The staff are so caring and not full of casual workers like other centres so you always see familiar faces. Thanks for everything

Response from the owner 04 Aug 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing us to support care for your daughter. We’re thrilled to hear how much she enjoys her time with us and that you’ve seen such wonderful growth in her confidence, language, and fine motor skills. It’s fantastic to know that our regular incursions like sports and music classes are a highlight of her day. We’re also so pleased that our consistent and caring team has helped create a familiar and supportive environment for your family. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we’re so grateful to have you as part of our community. Thank you again for your trust and support!

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Kirsty K

Jul, 2025

The staff have been amazing over the years, showing such great care and support of our little ones as they grow. The centre has also had some great updates since we first started attending a few years ago which is lovely too. Thanks for taking such great care of them!

Response from the owner 21 Jul 2025

It means the world to us to hear how supported and cared for your little ones have felt over the years. Watching them grow and thrive has been such a joy for our team — they truly feel like part of our extended family. We're so glad you've noticed the updates to the centre too; we’re always working to create a space that feels warm, safe, and inspiring for the children. Thank you for trusting us and for being such an important part of our community.

Limited offers and promotions

weeks free for the next 10 enrolments

🌟 Special Enrolment Offer for Families! 🌟

We’re excited to offer 5 WEEKS FREE childcare for the next 10 new enrolments at Bayside Early Learning Centre and Kindergarten.

This limited offer starts today 11th of March and will finish at office hours on Friday, 10 April — or earlier if the 10 places are filled.

If you’ve been thinking about enrolling your child, now is a wonderful time to secure your place. Our centre provides a warm and welcoming environment with qualified educators, a weekly sports program, and fresh meals prepared daily by our on-site chef, all designed to support children’s learning and wellbeing.

Places are limited, and we would love for your family to be part of our community.

👉 Visit our website and click “Enquire Now” to get started.
When you submit your enquiry, please mention the “5 Weeks Free Promotion” so our team can apply the offer to your enrolment.

We look forward to welcoming your family and supporting your child’s early learning journey.

✨ Limited spots available – don’t miss this special opportunity!

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