Guardian Childcare & Education Collins Street
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Guardian Childcare & Education Collins Street Centre overview
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(03) 9122 8783At Guardian Childcare & Education Collins Street, the educators create a nurturing and stimulating environment, catering to children aged from 6 weeks to 6 years. Our centre is a place where children thrive – and families say it’s the best childcare in the heart of the Melbourne CBD!
Families tell us our To BE Me learning program gives them real confidence – it’s a breakthrough in how they see their child learn. Our Development Pathways provide a new way of understanding how your child’s growth, curiosity, and confidence is developing.
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.
Proud winner of the GOLD Family Choice Award 2025. As determined by our existing families rating their experience of our Centre via Family Satisfaction Survey and independent Google Reviews.
Safety and wellbeing are our highest priority, giving families peace of mind in the safe childcare we provide.
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Guardian Childcare & Education Collins Street Service features
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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.
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101 Collins StreetMelbourne, VIC, 3000
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The team at Guardian Collins Street have cared for our son since he was one, all the way through to five years old.... The team at Guardian Collins Street have cared for our son since he was one, all the way through to five years old. They not only are centrally located and have great facilities and are warm and welcoming everyday, but importantly, they have provided an exceptional level of care, learning and education throughout the years. The team has strong principles and values, are great communicators and we are very appreciative of the care, support and nurturing our child has received. Couldn't recommend them enough! Read more
I’m so glad a friend recommended this centre to me. Being able to drop my daughter in on my way to work and... I’m so glad a friend recommended this centre to me. Being able to drop my daughter in on my way to work and being so conveniently located to parking and PT makes it one less thing to worry about in the mornings. But the best bit is the wonderful staff! Pat, Cy, Ritu, Amenah, Jas, Zanoba and Aica are all so wonderful, caring and empathetic. Their kindness makes drop off easy and Glenda’s delicious food fills her tummy. She is so happy to come into daycare and her face lights up when she talks about all her friends and educators there. I could not recommend this centre enough! Read more
Hi Kelly, thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear how happy your daughter is at our centre and that our team has made your mornings a little easier. Pat, Cy, Ritu, Amenah, Jas, Zanoba, Aica, and Glenda will be so pleased to know their care and effort mean so much to your family. It’s wonderful to see your daughter thriving and enjoying her early learning journey with us, your recommendation truly means the world!
We’ve had such a wonderful experience with Guardian Childcare Centre Collins! The educators and the entire team are incredibly caring, attentive, and dedicated... We’ve had such a wonderful experience with Guardian Childcare Centre Collins! The educators and the entire team are incredibly caring, attentive, and dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for the children. My son, Zachary, has absolutely thrived here. He looks forward to attending every day and always comes home excited to share stories about the activities, the friends he’s made, and all the things he’s learned. It’s been so reassuring to know he’s in such capable and compassionate hands. Communication from the staff is always clear, consistent, and thoughtful. It’s evident that they genuinely care about each child’s wellbeing and development. We are especially grateful for the kindness and support they’ve shown Zachary throughout his time at the centre. We couldn’t recommend this centre more highly to any family seeking high-quality early childhood education and care. Thank you for making our son’s early years such a positive and memorable experience! Read more
A good and safe center for kids in the city. The center educational activities, management and staff's are amazing. A good and safe center for kids in the city. The center educational activities, management and staff's are amazing.
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation Athira! We're so glad to hear that you feel our centre is a safe and supportive place for children. Our team works hard to create meaningful educational experiences and maintain a nurturing environment, so it's wonderful to know that this has made a positive impact. We truly appreciate your feedback!
I cannot recommend Guardian on Collins Street enough! As someone who didn’t have any extra help with my child, finding a place that... I cannot recommend Guardian on Collins Street enough! As someone who didn’t have any extra help with my child, finding a place that felt safe, supportive, and nurturing was everything I needed — and Guardian went above and beyond. Our daughter started at Guardian when she was just 13 months old and stayed until we relocated to another country. From day one, the educators made her feel loved, secure, and right at home. It gave me such peace of mind knowing she was in such caring and capable hands. We received regular feedback and updates, which kept us closely connected to her day-to-day learning and development. The team also organised amazing activities which were creative, fun, and educational. Over the years, she blossomed in confidence, communication, independence, and social skills. It was incredible to watch her grow in such a warm and enriching environment. I’m so grateful to the entire team at Guardian for their dedication, support, and the genuine love they showed our daughter. This centre truly became an extension of our family, and we will always look back on our time there with so much gratitude. Read more
Thank you Sukhi & Pinder for your incredibly kind words. It was a true privilege to care for your daughter from the time she was just 13 months old until your family’s relocation. We’re so glad our centre could be a safe, supportive, and nurturing space for her — and for you. Hearing that she felt loved and secure from day one, and that our regular updates helped you stay connected to her learning, means the world to us. Watching her grow in confidence, communication, and independence was a joy, and we’re thrilled our creative and educational activities contributed to that journey. Your description of our centre as an extension of your family is deeply touching. Thank you for trusting us — we’ll always remember your family fondly and wish you all the best in your new chapter abroad.
Great childcare center! Both my children love going here. The staff are so kind and caring and plan great activities and excursions for... Great childcare center! Both my children love going here. The staff are so kind and caring and plan great activities and excursions for all ages. Read more
Thank you for your kind words! We're happy to hear that both of your children enjoy their time at our centre. Our team is dedicated to providing a warm and caring environment, and it's wonderful to know that our activities and excursions are a hit with the kids. We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to continuing to support your family's needs.
An amazing center! We came here off numerous recommendations from friends. We started sending our child here at 12months and the staff made the... An amazing center! We came here off numerous recommendations from friends. We started sending our child here at 12months and the staff made the transition so easy. It’s been almost a year and all the staff have taken the time to get to know our son and his interests. They are responsive in addressing his emotional and social developmental needs. The center has a fun but relaxed feel, the educators are calm and quick to respond to the children. The photos and videos of the children doing the science experiments, cooking or enjoying free time is always a highlight. I have also been impressed at how accommodating they are with requests for one-off casual days to accommodate unexpected work. Read more
Thank you for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your son have had such a positive experience with us. It's great to know that our staff have made the transition smooth and have been attentive to your son's needs and interests. We strive to create a fun and relaxed environment where children can thrive, and it's rewarding to hear that our efforts are appreciated. We're also glad that you enjoy the photos and videos of the activities, as we believe it's important for parents to see their children engaged and happy. Your kind words about our flexibility with one-off casual days are much appreciated, as we aim to support our families in every way we can. Thank you again for your feedback and for choosing our centre. We look forward to continuing to support your son's development and making his time with us enjoyable and enriching.
This centre is wonderful. My child enjoys every day there, and I can pick my child up with peace of mind, always greeted... This centre is wonderful. My child enjoys every day there, and I can pick my child up with peace of mind, always greeted by a smile. The childcare staff are deeply committed to the children, providing care tailored to each child's individual needs, and my child actively engages with them. Although our stay was short-term, the experience my child gained was incredibly meaningful, and I can see how satisfied my child is. I'm grateful for the professional care provided by the staff, and I would highly recommend this centre to other parents. Read more
Thank you so much Asuka for your wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear that your little one enjoyed their time with us and that you felt reassured by our care. Our wonderful educators are truly dedicated to providing care that is supportive to each individual child, and it's heartwarming to know that this made a meaningful impact on your little one's experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are grateful for the opportunity to support your child's growth and happiness, even though it was a short stay. Thank you for choosing our centre and for sharing your positive experience!
I had a great experience at this centre and am sorry to have left due to moving away. Nut, Hannah, Pat, Cher, and... I had a great experience at this centre and am sorry to have left due to moving away. Nut, Hannah, Pat, Cher, and Lily have been so supportive of my daughter's development at the centre. They are warm and caring and always had a welcoming smile when I was there. They would take the children out on regular excursions, hold regular music days, provide cooking sessions and craft activities. The centre itself is very spacious and clean. Mona and Shiva were also lovely on the administration side. Five stars Read more
Thanks for the awesome review, Alison! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and always strive to find ways to improve our centres. Glad to you hear you have had such a great experience!