Guardian Childcare & Education McKinnon
Centre Highlights
Reggio Emilia Approach
Parent Communication App
On-Site Car Parking
Kindergarten Program
Incursion Programs & Activities
SunSmart Aware
Nappies & Wipes Supplied
Meals Provided
Educational & Developmental Programs
Allergy & Anaphylaxis Aware
About Guardian Childcare & Education McKinnon
Welcome to Guardian Childcare & Education McKinnon! Our recently refurbished McKinnon early learning centre boasts an engaging range of indoor and outdoor environments, including water play areas, a vegetable garden, and natural climbing structures. Our daycare centre in McKinnon is an ideal choice for families in the surrounding suburbs of Bentleigh, Brighton East and Ormond.
The first five years of your child’s life are incredibly important when it comes to social and emotional development and setting them up with a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. Our McKinnon education and care centre is full of world-class learning resources and also offers an outdoor music space, French lessons, and weekly cooking classes.
Our on-site cook prepares five nutritionally balanced meals using fresh seasonal ingredients every day. The children and Educators at our childcare in McKinnon often collect vegetables and herbs from the garden to add to the daily meals and use in hands-on cooking classes!
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.
If you’re looking to begin the adventure, start your child care search here and book a tour today at our Guardian McKinnon childcare!
We’re Exceeding! What does that mean? Every six months, our Centres are assessed by . A rating of means that you can be assured that this Centre is providing an exceptional level of care and attention for your child.
Availability & Fees
Availability
Fees for Guardian Childcare & Education McKinnon may vary based childcare subsidy eligibility. You may be eligible to a rebate of up to 85% of your childcare fees.
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- Olivia Herdiman29 days ago
Amazing center for your child. Highly recommended!
- Shannyn Millsabout 1 month ago
- Raj Sandhuabout 1 month ago
I have enrolled my 3.5-year-old daughter, Amber, at Guardian McKinnon, and I am extremely pleased with the experience. From the moment we arrived, Amber was immediately drawn to the welcoming and nurturing environment, which has made a remarkable difference in her overall well-being. The educators, Beth and Pawani, are exceptional in their care and dedication, and Leigh, the Director, consistently goes above and beyond to ensure Amber feels comfortable and secure, greeting her each day with a warm smile. The level of care at Guardian McKinnon is unparalleled. At her previous center, Amber often experienced distress, but here, she eagerly looks forward to attending each day. She shares with me every evening how much she enjoys her time at the center, consistently expressing that she had a "good day." What stands out most is the center’s ability to recognize and nurture Amber’s individual interests, encouraging her to develop and grow in meaningful ways. Since enrolling, I have observed a significant improvement in Amber’s communication skills, manners, and social interactions. I am deeply grateful to Guardian McKinnon for providing such outstanding care and fostering Amber’s growth and development. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to her well-being and for all that you do.
- Joy Sandhuabout 1 month ago
This is the happiest centre where my child is truly flourishing and reaching new heights! The care and attention Amber receives here are beyond what I could have hoped for. Centre Manager Leigh and Step have done an incredible job in creating a team that genuinely cares about each child. I’m especially grateful to Beth and Pawani for making my child's learning experience so amazing. Their dedication and passion for early childhood education shine through in everything they do. I couldn’t be more thankful for the positive impact this centre has had on my child’s growth and development. Highly recommend!
Location of Guardian Childcare & Education McKinnon
Mckinnon suburb information
Mckinnon is a suburb located in Victoria. There are approximately 16 child care centres in Mckinnon.
How much is child care in Mckinnon? On average, the cost of child care in Mckinnon is $164 per day. This breaks down to $164 per day for babies, $162 per day for toddlers and $162 per day for kindergarten.
Mckinnon sits just above the national NQS Rating & the average rating of centres is «Meeting NQS».
Number of centres
Child care centres in Mckinnon
16
Average cost per day
Baby
0-12 Months
$164
Toddler
13-24 Months
$162
Kindergarten
2-3 Years