Guardian Childcare & Education Maidstone

(Formerly Explorers Early Learning Maidstone)

Guardian Childcare & Education Maidstone NQS Rated Exceeding by ACECQA

Our centre has been recognised as ‘Exceeding’ the National Quality Standard. This is the highest rating you can receive from a regulatory authority assessment and we are proud to deliver an exceptional service to the children and families who attend our centre.

Guardian Childcare & Education Maidstone is located only 8km north-west of the Melbourne CBD. The Centre is a convenient choice for families seeking high-quality care close to home, or on the way to the city for work. It is also a great choice for families living in bordering suburbs, including Braybrook, Maribyrnong, Avondale Heights and Footscray.

Guardian Maidstone boasts a range of exciting, resource-rich environments, including a ‘light and reflection’ room, expansive community garden, pets, and a worm farm and compost system. The light-filled Centre also has three large outdoor spaces specifically designed for each age group, as well as an art piazza.

All of our indoor learning environments have direct access to lovely, natural outdoor areas. Our indoor/outdoor program gives children the opportunity to choose whether they’d prefer to play indoors or outdoors.

Children and families at Guardian Maidstone also have the benefit of a Kindergarten Program led by quality Teachers who are there to help prepare your child for the exciting transition to school.

We’re also fortunate to have a dedicated on-site chef who prepares nutritionally balanced meals using seasonal ingredients every day. We also host regular cooking classes for the children to help them extend their knowledge of good nutrition and to try new foods and flavours.

Begin the adventure at Guardian Maidstone today by booking a tour to explore the Centre, or chat with our team of Educators to learn more about our high-quality curriculum.

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Rhythm of The Day

With endless possibilities, there’s never a dull moment at Guardian and no two days are the same. Here’s what a day at Guardian might look like. Please note, this will vary depending on centre opening hours.

  • Morning

    Handover time with children, families and our friendly Educators. There's a chance for conversation to share what's important for the day/what's happened the night before at home.

  • Morning

    Breakfast time where families are welcome to stay and enjoy breakfast with the children.

  • Morning

    As children are arriving and families are coming and going, there's an opportunity for play as well as family grouping, open-plan play and multi-age grouping.

  • Morning

    As the children come together, planned experiences begin. This is where the Guardian programs and practices come to life. Examples of learning include numeracy, literacy, language, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, social skills, technology, science, creative arts, curiosity and more.

  • Morning

    There's an opportunity for children to come together and enjoy morning tea.

  • Mid-morning

    Following morning tea, the planned experiences continue. This includes both indoor and outdoor programs.

  • Afternoon

    There's an opportunity for children to come together for lunch. With an open-door policy, families are able to join the centre for meals and excursion if they wish.

  • Afternoon

    For children who want to, or need to, there's an opportunity to sleep, rest or relax. For children who don't need to rest, there are planned experiences, which are more likely to be outdoors.

  • Afternoon

    Children come together for afternoon tea in small groups or with siblings (they can also rest and play together, too). This time also presents an opportunity to reflect on the day.

  • End of the day

    As families arrive to pick up children, there's an opportunity to speak to Educators and share information about the day.

  • End of the day

    Some centres offer early tea or light snack at the end of the day, which they can grab as they leave the centre. We’re mindful of how routines vary at home, so if throughout the day, we notice children look tired, food will be provided.

Helpful Information

Opening Hours

Open 6:30am to 6:30pm
Monday to Friday

Our Educators

Our team of Educators are committed and passionate about ensuring your child will be safe, nurtured and cared for every day. At Guardian, children are encouraged to engage in interest-led play that creates learning and meaningful experiences.

Our Educators seek to optimise diverse learning opportunities and implement the Curriculum as framed by the Early Years Learning Framework.

You and Your Child

All Guardian Centres provide a Centre-to-Family communication platform so families can maintain contact with their children’s experiences through photos, stories and learning outcomes.

Our Centres use Storypark and each family is provided with a secure login to access on their computers, mobiles or apps.

Reviews from Google (11)

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    Danielle Cooper

    - 2 years ago

    I highly reccomend this childcare centre. The staff go above and beyond to take care and educate my children. Nothing but postive vibes!!! 110% saticfied :-)

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    Emma-lea Laity

    - 2 years ago

    Great facilities and beautiful play spaces for children to play in. All staff are very friendly and prompt in dealing with questions/concerns regarding our children. Our children love their teachers, ... Read More

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    Emily O'Hara

    - 2 years ago

    I am so glad that we were referred to Explorers, now Guardian, 2 years ago. As a teacher, I was looking for an educational facility, not just baby sitting; that ... Read More

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    Lauren Cameron

    - 2 years ago

    Cannot recommend Guardian Maidstone high enough - they are fabulous and they have the upmost trust from me caring for my children on a daily basis. I have had my ... Read More

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    KerbyFonthal

    - 2 years ago

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    stacy mylrea

    - 3 years ago

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    Sarah Bianca

    - 5 years ago

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    Andre Cheah

    - 5 years ago

    Great staff. Great facilities. I have moved to other closer centres but I still send my kids to this one.

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    Sharon Oxlade

    - 5 years ago

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    peanut101z

    - 6 years ago

    The facility of this place is great!! Did an orientation as we're looking to send our daughter here. The playground is grand, lots of classes and friendly staff. Loved it

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    Sengor Kusturica

    - 5 years ago

Begin the Adventure at Guardian

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