Child Development Center

The Child Development Center (CDC) provides a safe and quality environment for children of Southeast Health employees. The CDC was established in 1992 and is licensed by the Alabama Department of Human Resources. It offers a theme base, hands on curriculum. The CDC accepts children from 6 weeks to 14 years old. There is an annual $30 registration fee for all children at the CDC.

The CDC offers:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks.
  • A developmentally appropriate environment in classrooms and on three play-grounds.
  • Quarterly developmental assessments for children beginning at 18 months.
  • CPR/First Aid trained staff.
  • Surveillance cameras, monitored entry system, ID checks and Southeast Health Security assistance.
  • Computer instruction in pre-school through school-age classrooms

Rate schedule and curriculum:

  • Infants, six weeks to 18 months old are provided with a warm, stimulating environment designed to enhance development and nurture growth. $121 a week
  • Toddlers, 18 months to 2 ½ years are exposed to unit themes and play that encourages learning through individual developmental patterns. $115.50 a week
  • Pre-School 2 ½-5 years are in child-centered classrooms where qualified teachers facilitate group and individual activities. Each age level in pre-school builds the foundation of preparedness for kindergarten. $104.50 a week

School-Age programs include after-school and full-time care for holidays and summer.

  • After-school care includes transportation from area schools to the CDC. Children are provided a snack, homework assistance and outside time to play.
  • The full-time summer program includes field trips to museums, parks and entertainment. There are additional weekly activity fees associated with these trips.
  • After-School: $46 a week
    Holidays: $19 per day

Child Development Center Family Guidebook – COVID-19 Guidelines and Produces. Download the guidebook.

Alabama’s nationally recognized First Class Pre-K is preparing for another exciting school year!

The Child Development Center is open 6 a.m. – 8 p.m., Monday – Friday. For more information, please call 334-793-8888.

Child Development Center
302 Haven Drive
Dothan, AL 36301