Lilyfield Early Learning Centre
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Lilyfield Early Learning Centre overview
Welcome to Lilyfield Early Learning Centre, proudly owned by Guardian Childcare & Education!
Our warm and inviting child care centre in Lilyfield was originally a church and is located on a heritage site in inner west Sydney. Each space is designed around stages of children’s development to enable age-appropriate learning and play, with architecture that creates a flow and connection to the outdoors.
If you’re looking for childcare in inner west Sydney, our early learning centre in Lilyfield is an ideal option for families. Lilyfield ELC is located a short drive to Orange Grove Public School with easy access to public transport.
At our Lilyfield daycare centre, our play-based learning programs have been designed to engage curious minds, supporting the growth and development of children from six weeks of age through to six years.
Children attending our daycare in Lilyfield will have access to incredible, resource-rich environments, with:
- Beautifully designed learning spaces to inspire curiosity, imagination, and a strong sense of belonging.
- High quality programs such as All Weather Play & Excursions, Bush Kindy, Artist in Residence, Music, Yoga and Dance, Junior Parliament, Sustainability and Bonjour Babies.
- Expansive outdoor play spaces to promote discovery and exploration
- Leading Preschool Program to support your child make a smooth transition from early learning to primary school.
The New South Wales Government offers funding to provide families fee relief of up to $2174 per child aged three and above, and up to $515 per year for children aged three. 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.
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Location
2-6 Justin StreetLilyfield, NSW, 2040
Centre Reviews

We love this centre, our almost 4 and almost 2 year olds have been here since they were both 8months old. The carers... We love this centre, our almost 4 and almost 2 year olds have been here since they were both 8months old. The carers are wonderful and consistent - yes there are changes, as there are everywhere but the new staff settle in quickly and get to know the children and their individual needs and quirks rapidly. The takeover from guardian was absolutely clunky yes, but we’re coming out the other side and we can now see improvements to the centre. We love the family atmosphere with lots of interaction between the age groups - which my kids particularly love. I always have and will continue to recommend this centre. Happy kids who ask to go to ‘school’ on a Sunday and want to stay on ‘for 5 more minutes’ at the end of the day Read more
Our experience of the nursery and toddler rooms at LELC has been positive. Our toddler really enjoys his days at childcare with his... Our experience of the nursery and toddler rooms at LELC has been positive. Our toddler really enjoys his days at childcare with his mates. The lead educators and support carers in these rooms are wonderful and have provided tailored care. Genuine care and support has always been shown when our child has needed settling at drop off, has been unwell, or needed support to engage with new activities. Communication is clear and consistent with comprehensive updates daily, activities are considered, educational and fun, and there are quality meals throughout the day including breakfast club. Investment has been made to refresh the centre. New toys and play equipment, furniture, garden beds have all been introduced, and the better use of space so it feels accessible and calm. We have found the current centre manager and administration team have been open to parent group feedback to navigate the challenges faced during the transition to a Guardian Centre. When we provided feedback, sustainable change was made, and we have seen real improvement and benefits. Feedback is now actively requested. Overall, our experience is positive. I can recommend the nursery and toddler room at LELC. Read more
LELC used to be an amazing place where I would drop my son off with complete confidence he was safe and in the... LELC used to be an amazing place where I would drop my son off with complete confidence he was safe and in the best place he could possibly be. The changes were almost instantaneous as soon as Guardian took over. Whilst the majority of the experiences we had with the educators was great, they were never given the chance to truly succeed. It was sad to see them continually hamstrung by Guardian's continual cost cutting. The worst for me though was the leadership at Guardian who never fronted up to address the parents concerns properly and show they really cared about our kids. They prayed on our reluctance to not move our children knowing uprooting daycares is tough, not to mention the high occupancy rates elsewhere. My only recommendation is, if you have a choice avoid Guardian daycares at all costs. Read more