Guardian Childcare & Education Hillside
Centre Highlights
SunSmart Aware
On-Site Car Parking
Parent Communication App
Outdoor Playground
Nappies & Wipes Supplied
Nature-Based Play
Meals Provided
Bottles Supplied
Kindergarten Program
Allergy & Anaphylaxis Aware
About Guardian Childcare & Education Hillside
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Guardian Childcare & Education Hillside, recently refurbished, is located north-west of Melbourne's CBD and a short drive and ideal for families living in or near the suburbs of Calder Park, Sydenham, Taylors Hill, and Fraser Rise. Our daycare centre is an excellent option for local families seeking high-quality childcare close to home.
Our Hillside childcare centre offers:
- Quality learning programs such as Joy of Reading, Cooking and Sustainability
- Engaging indoor learning spaces full of quality educational resources.
- On-site Chef providing fresh snacks and meals daily
- Highly experienced Educators and degree-qualified Teachers
- Nappies, SPF 50+ sunscreen, a hat and bed linen provided
- Extended hours of care each weekday from 6:30am to 6:30pm
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.
We have also launched a community garden which highlights our connections to the local area, teaches the children about sustainability practices and educates them on where their food comes from. This is bought to life with our amazing on-site cook, Kathy.Having been with the Centre for over 10 years, Kathy loves chatting with the children whilst she prepares meals and offers self-serving so the children can customise each dish.
Proud winner of the Family Choice Award 2025. As determined by our existing families rating their experience of our Centre via Family Satisfaction Survey and independent Google Reviews.
Availability & Fees
6 wks to 6 yrs
Availability
Fees for Guardian Childcare & Education Hillside may vary based childcare subsidy eligibility. You may be eligible to a rebate of up to 85% of your childcare fees.
Calculate your subsidy3 yrs to 4 yrs
Availability
4 yrs to 6 yrs
Availability
Fees for Guardian Childcare & Education Hillside may vary based childcare subsidy eligibility. You may be eligible to a rebate of up to 85% of your childcare fees.
Calculate your subsidyReviews for Guardian Childcare & Education Hillside
- Catherine Panzera10 months ago
I am very pleased with this service and also I always say to myself how well we picked ‘The Guardian’ when looking for a centre for our children. My children are always safe, happy, clean and well engaged into the program and have built strong connections with Kinder Teachers, Educators and Peers. All the Educators and Teachers are excellent communicators, as a mum leaving your children for long periods of time throughout the day I love hearing from all the Teachers/Educators about my child/children’s day. The management team is doing an amazing job, supportive with family requests and keeping everything well organised. Thank you Guardian Team.
Response from the owner10 months agoThank you Catherine for your great review for our centre in Hillside. We are so happy to hear that we are meeting your expectations. We will continue to provide the best possible care for out families and children 😊
- Marie Ana11 months ago
Amazing Kindergarden! My son loves going every time the teachers are so caring and patient my son is learning so much highly highly recommend guardian hillside!
Response from the owner11 months agoThank you Marie for your 5-star rating for our centre in Hillside. We really appreciate your positive review and look forward to creating a great experience at Guardian over many more days to come!
- Lyn Sanover 1 year ago
The educators and centre manager Sam at Guardian Hillside had delivered a sensational care for my son. The customer service and great communication I received from them was well above my expectation. The educators developed a great rapport with my son and knowing that he felt safe in the environment and loved by many. The team treats you like a family and I had always felt very welcomed by them. Thank you for helping my son develop many milestone of learning!
Response from the ownerover 1 year agoThank you Lyn for your 5-star rating for our centre in Hillside. We really appreciate your positive review and look forward to creating a great experience at Guardian for all families over many more days to come!
- Bianca Sciberrasover 1 year ago
The educators are friendly, caring and show genuine care towards my child. The activities and opportunities provided to my child are exciting and engaging.
Response from the ownerover 1 year agoThank you Bianca for your great review for our centre in Hillside. We are so happy to hear that we are meeting your expectations. We will continue to provide the best possible care for our families and children 😊
Location of Guardian Childcare & Education Hillside
Hillside suburb information
Hillside is a suburb located in Victoria. There are approximately 13 child care centres in Hillside.
How much is child care in Hillside? On average, the cost of child care in Hillside is $130 per day. This breaks down to $130 per day for babies, $127 per day for toddlers and $120 per day for kindergarten.
Hillside sits just above the national NQS Rating & the average rating of centres is «Meeting NQS».
Number of centres
Child care centres in Hillside
13
Average cost per day
Baby
0-12 Months
$130
Toddler
13-24 Months
$127
Kindergarten
2-3 Years
