Family-Centered and Inclusive
Since 1973, Central has provided high-quality, affordable child care through its Child Development Center (CDC). The CDC offers a full-day program for children between 6 weeks and 5 years of age whose parents live and/or work in downtown Atlanta.

Dedicated to fostering an inclusive community and supporting the holistic development of children, the CDC strives to provide an environment that honors the racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic diversity of the city. To ensure that as many working parents as possible have access to this service, tuition is competitively priced and some scholarships funded by gifts and endowments are also available.

The Child Development Center incorporates a family-centered approach recognizing and respecting parents as the most important influence in the lives of their children. The CDC works with them in close partnership. Teachers seek to provide a nurturing environment where parents are always welcomed. In fact, those who work close to the Capitol are encouraged to visit often and have lunch with their child or children as their work schedule permits.

Professional Staff and Curriculum
Licensed by the state of Georgia and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the CDC follows national guidelines established for the education of preschool-aged children. Our classroom schedules, learning centers, furnishings and playground allow children to explore, discover, and learn through developmentally appropriate activities.

Under the leadership of a full-time director, the CDC employs professionally trained teachers and staff and maintains low teacher-to-child ratios as recommended by NAEYC guidelines.

The center is governed by a Board of Directors composed of parents, members of Central Presbyterian Church and individuals with expertise in early childhood education. This Board reports to the Session, the governing body of the church. Central Presbyterian Church provides free space, utilities and maintenance services for the CDC.

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