With festive scissors in hand, the Alba family snipped the ribbon in front of their new Islamorada Child Care location on Sept. 2
Formerly located on Upper Matecumbe Key, Islamorada Child Care’s move to 288 Gardenia St. on Plantation Key is making it a little easier for parents who are dropping kids off at the nearby Plantation Key and Coral Shores schools as well as at the child care business owned by Alexis and Linsey Alba.
“Most folks have another child to drop off, so it makes it more convenient,” Alexis said.
A celebration marking Islamorada Child Care’s new location on Sept. 2 welcomed members from the community, from parents who enrolled their kids to business and education leaders. Islamorada Child Care staff were also on hand, eager to welcome the community to the new place for child care and learning.
Inside, spacious rooms provide children a cutting-edge learning environment that sparks their imagination and curiosity.
“We are more than just a day care. We are a learning center dedicated to early childhood development,” Linsey said. “Our program follows the Creative Curriculum with our own unique approach, making learning fun, engaging and entertaining for every child.”
Computer and Spanish lessons are also available.
There are also two playgrounds, one designed for toddlers and another for preschoolers and older children to ensure safe and age-appropriate play for all.
“Above all, our priority is to keep children happy, safe and continuously growing through meaningful learning experiences,” Linsey said.
Islamorada Child Care is enrolling infants to kids age 5. They’re introducing a half-day option for children ages 3 and over, and offering after-school care for kindergartners and up.
Linsey said they accept financial assistance through Florida’s School Readiness program, giving eligible low-income families the ability for their kids to receive early education and care.
The Albas opened Islamorada Child Care in 2017 shortly before word reached the community regarding Island Christian School’s impending closure. Pastor Tony Hammon and the late Mike Forster talked to the Albas about opening a facility for children to attend and learn.
More information is at Islamorada Child Care on Facebook or 305-741-7438.
JIM McCARTHY/Keys Weekly
