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Guardian Childcare & Education Lilyfield

Guardian Childcare & Education Lilyfield

64 Charles Street, Lilyfield, NSW, 2040 view map
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5.0
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Top Rated Centre

(02) 9072 0554

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Long Day Care

Hours:

7:00am to 6:30pm

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Address:

64 Charles Street, Lilyfield, NSW, 2040

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About Guardian Childcare & Education Lilyfield

At Guardian Lilyfield, highly qualified and committed teachers and educators deliver leading play-based care and educational programs. Our centre takes a personalised approach to nurture healthy social, cognitive and emotional development for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years old. We're proud to be awarded Exceeding in our most recent independent rating and assessment.

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.

We understand how big those first steps into childcare are, and our Baby Ambassador and expert Nursery team is here to make the transition calm and reassuring for both you and your baby.

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.

The NSW Government offers funding to subsidise the cost of preschool in long day care. For 3-year-old’s this is between $423-$769 and for 4-year-olds between $1,783-$2,563. This support is in addition to the Child Care Subsidy and can help to lower your out-of-pocket fees. Ask for more details when you tour the centre.

Safety and wellbeing are our highest priority, giving families peace of mind in the safe childcare we provide.

We’re proud to provide the best local childcare in Lilyfield, where every child is supported to thrive.

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Services Provided by Guardian Childcare & Education Lilyfield

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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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Guardian Childcare & Education Lilyfield Reviews (31)

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Aug, 2025

We cannot recommend this centre enough! From day one, the educators have made us feel so welcome, and our daughter has truly thrived since attending. Everyone is warm, caring, and approachable, and it’s clear how much they value each child. Switching to this centre was the best decision we ever made! Thank you to Sara, Vanessa, Lily, Isabella and Ellie + team for being so amazing!

Response from the owner 29 Aug 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words and heartfelt recommendation. We’re so glad to hear that your daughter has thrived since joining our centre and that you’ve felt welcomed and supported from day one. It’s incredibly rewarding to know that our team’s care and dedication have made such a positive impact. A special thank you for recognising Sara, Vanessa, Lily, Isabella, Ellie and the entire team. Your appreciation means a lot to us, and we’re so grateful to be part of your family’s journey. We look forward to continuing to provide a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment for your little one!

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Lauren Alvarado

Aug, 2025

I really love this centre, and so do my two daughters. We have been here for just over a year and all of the staff, especially the ducklings and butterfly educators and Sunflower and Kookaburras educators where my daughters have attended are wonderful. The center management are excellent and do a great job running the centre. The class sizes are perfect, there's always stimulating and educational activities planned and my one year old already sings her ABC's and comes home having learnt so much. Really grateful for the staff at this centre who make it so good.

Response from the owner 04 Aug 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words and for being part of our centre for over a year Lauren!. We’re thrilled to hear that both of your daughters are enjoying their time with us and that you’ve had such a positive experience across the Ducklings, Butterflies, Sunflower, and Kookaburras rooms. It’s wonderful to know that our educators and management team have made you feel supported and confident in your choice. We’re especially proud of the engaging and educational activities that help children grow and thrive, and it’s amazing to hear that your one-year-old is already singing her ABCs! We truly appreciate your trust and support. Thank you for being a valued part of our community!

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Sofia Maniam

May, 2025

I usually don't like to leave reviews and will only do so if a business truly shines in what they do. I am an older mother and have been anxious about having to navigate outside care for my child. Like many of us seeking childcare options in the inner west, there are long waiting lists to contend with and it requires a lot of forward planning. More unneeded stress. Well, I couldn't believe my luck when I got my child into Guardian Lilyfield. To be honest, this centre initially wasn't my first pick. But the last two years have proven that this accidental choice, was such a great decision. I should have made this centre my first choice. This is a hidden gem of a centre, tucked away in the inner west. The class sizes are just right, the overall vibe of the centre is joyous, the layout of the rooms and play areas are ideal, the other children attending and their parents are lovely and respectful and there's onsite parking. And, above all, the Guardian Lilyfield staff are superb and children centric. Their administration team are responsive, supportive, easy to talk to and caring, which makes my life easier. And I have become more attached to the carers than my child has, and my child is pretty attached. This has made all the difference for those transitions and drop offs. In terms of the learning curriculum for my toddler, it is interactive, playful and thoughtful. My husband and I love the transparency of the day to day activities, where parents get to see the learnings via an app. We are always asked feedback on what to improve and every carer will give us an update at the end of the day on how our little one went without prompting - very telling on how much they care about the children. Thank you Guardian for relieving my nerves and making our child's first years special. I cannot recommend this centre enough.

Response from the owner 21 May 2025

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and generous review Sofia. We are truly touched by your kind words and incredibly grateful that you chose us for your little one’s early learning journey. We understand how daunting it can be to find the right care, especially as a parent navigating long waitlists and the many unknowns of early childhood education. It means the world to us that we’ve been able to provide a space where you feel supported, reassured, and confident. Your reflections on our team, the learning environment, and the daily communication really affirm the values we hold close—creating a nurturing, joyful, and transparent space for both children and their families. We’re especially delighted to hear that the bonds formed with our educators have made transitions easier and more comforting for both you and your child. Thank you again for your trust and for calling us a “hidden gem”—we’re so glad that what started as a second choice has become a place you now wholeheartedly recommend. It’s families like yours that make our community so special.

How Guardian Childcare & Education Lilyfield Compares

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Exceeding

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Educational Program and Practice Exceeding
Children's Health and Safety Exceeding
Physical environment Exceeding
Staffing Arrangements Meeting
Relationships with children Meeting
Collaborative partnerships with families and communities Exceeding
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