Guardian Childcare and the Community
Where Children and Families Feel at Home
At our childcare centres, children learn best when they feel safe, secure and a valued part of their community. That’s why we create warm, welcoming environments where children, families and educators feel like they belong.
Creating a sense of belonging gives children the confidence to explore and develop a love of learning. We want families to feel like our centres are a trusted extension of their home.
Building Strong Communication with families at childcare
We believe families are our partners in their child’s learning journey. Ongoing communication is important, and ensures we can work together to support each childs development and wellbeing.
Our communication at daycare includes:
- Daily conversations at drop off and pick up at our designated pick-up zones
- Regular updates through our secure family app (Storypark)
- Developmental Milestone updates in individual children’s My Learning and Development Book
- Opportunities for families to share feedback, ideas and goals
- Assistance understanding on childcare subsidies and entitlements. Expertise to make your day care journey a breeze.
Storypark: a digital diary
With our secure family app, you can read about experiences your child has enjoyed along with:
- Photos and videos of play and learning
- Stories and reflections from your child’s educators
- Updates on events, daily routines and reminders
You’ll always feel part of your child’s day, even when you can’t be there in person.
My Child’s Learning and Development Book
These personalised books are updated regularly and help us share with you learning milestones for your child against the 7 learning outcomes as part of our To BE Me program.
This two-way partnership means you always know how your child is progressing at each age and stage, and our team gain valuable insights from you at home.
Connecting with the Local Community
Every Guardian centre has a strong presence in its local community. Whether it’s a trip to the park, celebrating cultural traditions, or welcoming a community hero into the centre, we support children to see themselves as part of the world around them.
Exploring the World Around Us
Our local community is an important part of our learning environment. Getting out and about on excursions gives children a chance to experience the world in real and meaningful ways, such as:
- Borrowing books at the library and joining story time
- Exploring local parks and bushland
- Visiting a café, supermarket or post office near the centre
These opportunities build children’s confidence and help them feel connected to their world.
Celebrating Together
Our centres bring together families from many different cultures and backgrounds. We celebrate this diversity through family days, morning teas, celebrating days of significance and and community gatherings – sharing stories, art, music, food and traditions along the way.
At Guardian, community isn’t just something we talk about – it’s the way we welcome every child and family, every day.
“The educators are very supportive, and the communication with families is excellent.” – Pallavi, Guardian Seacombe Gardens
“As a first-time mum, I’m so grateful for the support … the centre’s communication has been fantastic, keeping us updated and reassured.” – Michelle, Guardian Blackwall
“I can’t speak any higher of our Guardian centre. The team go above and beyond, especially with their communication with families.” – Ellyn, Guardian Coromandel Valley
“We’ve had such a wonderful experience; the educators always keep us informed and provide updates that make us feel included in our child’s learning journey.” – Nancy, Guardian South Morang
“As first-time parents, we were quite anxious at the start, but the educators were so reassuring and kept us updated every step of the way. Their communication really put us at ease!” – Jas, Guardian Point Cook South