If you are a busy parent like us you are probably reading this on your phone from the grocery aisle, or maybe during your five minutes of peace during naptime. With the fall season in full swing, football practice, recitals and more coming up, this season can get a little nutty. Remember during these chaotic times to take a little time for you and just breathe. You are the foundation for your family, and it’s important to work on yourself and make Read More »
Benefits of After School Care
Posted On: 09.15.2016 |
Parents manage a unique balancing act during the start of the school year. New arrival times, conferences, PTO meetings, and football practice completely change the family schedule. Busy work schedules combined with the new routine results in families struggling to take care of everyone’s needs. As a parent, may you have to work long hours, or may have other significant obligations and cannot always be with your child right after school. After school care provides a filler during the stressful afternoon hours. Read More »
Ballwin Kid’s Triathlon
Posted On: 09.14.2016 |
Join us to swim, bike, and run on September 18 for the Ballwin Kid’s Triathlon! We will be sponsoring the event and attending with our party booth. The event starts at 8am and is held at The Point at Ballwin Commons. Come out with your family, visit us, and enjoy some fun during the last warm days of the season. Can’t wait to see you there! See all details below:
August Open House
Posted On: 08.12.2016 |
We’re excited to welcome current and prospective families to ALC’s open house on August 19 from 6:00 – 7:30 PM. We know that drop-off and pick-up can be hectic, so we have scheduled an open house that’s convenient for working families to chat with our faculty and staff or explore the facility. This is a chance to learn more about your children’s daily activities and see some of the great upgrades – like the new playgrounds – at ALC. If you can’t Read More »
How to Cool Down on a Hot Summer Day
Posted On: 08.10.2016 |
Hello, August! While we still love summertime here at ALC, it sure is one hot summer here in Ballwin, MO. We have had a blast this summer with our preschool day care students and campers. We visited the pool, had a splash day, and took a trip to the movies to beat the heat! Camp is always fun at ALC, and we try to make the most of every day despite the sticky or rainy weather. With lots of experience keeping kids busy, Read More »
A Simple Guide to Goodbyes at Daycare
Posted On: 07.30.2016 |
August is here, which means the first day of school (or preschool) is right around the corner. If goodbyes are typically challenging, or this is your first time dropping your child off at daycare, you are not alone in all the emotions. The start of preschool can bring a lot of tears, for children and parents; and that is perfectly OK! We are here to help with a few daycare drop off tips to help lower anxiety for the whole family. Read Read More »
Playground Grand Opening!
Posted On: 07.30.2016 |
Join us for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand opening of our playground on Monday, August 1st! Thank you to ALC for our new state-of-the-art playground equipment which is currently under construction. Once the final pour of the surfacing is complete, the project will be ready for happy playing children. We are anxiously looking forward to the grand opening next week. Join us and celebrate at the ribbon cutting ceremony and an ice cream social, Monday, August 1st at 4:00 pm.
Adventure Learning Center Reviews and Testimonials
Posted On: 07.19.2016 |
We love all the positive feedback we have been receiving from our ALC families. We take pride in our facilities and strive to bring your child the best care possible. If you are looking for a Ballwin MO daycare center, please contact us for more information and read the testimonials below from some of our ALC parents. ALC Parent Reviews “Our family loves ALC. We came from an in home daycare where the kids were loved but ages varied from newborn to Read More »
How to Build Self-Esteem in Preschoolers
Posted On: 07.13.2016 |
Kindness and love from a parent are important to raise a confident child. Parents have to pay close attention to their actions and words to build self-esteem in preschoolers. Confidence is the foundation of their wellbeing, mental health, and social happiness. There is a parallel between how your child feels about him or herself and how he or she acts. Throughout life, your baby will be exposed to positive influences and negative influences, and it’s important for them to be confident to work Read More »
Join us at the Twilight Swim!
Posted On: 06.29.2016 |
We are headed to the North Pointe Aquatic Center for a Twilight Swim! Join us July 9 from 8-10p.m. Members get in free, residents $4 and non-residents $5. Enjoy an evening swim under the stars, games for all ages and special concessions items. Proceeds go to the Ballwin Historical Society. We can’t wait to see you there! More info about the Aquatic Center can be found here.