ALBERT LEA CHILDREN'S CENTER

An idea sparked over four decades ago, is now a successful and very unique reality for nearly 400 children in our community every year... In the fall of 1969, a dream was realized when The Albert Lea Community Child Care Center, Inc. opened its doors. A concerned group of citizens noted the need for child care. In a response to a survey, conducted at the Skyline Mall in February 1969, 62% interviewed stated they would use a child care center. The community based Board of Directors then founded the Center. The Children's Center opened its doors at Christ Episcopal Church on September 2, 1969. At that time, the Center served three to five year olds at a cost of only $4.00 for a full day of care!... The Children's Center believes each child is a very special and unique person. The philosophy behind our curriculum is that young children learn best by doing. Learning isn't just repeating what someone else says; it requires active thinking and experimenting to find out how things work and..

Primary location: Albert Lea United States