Before/After School School Age (5+) 69 children

Gadsden Early Learning Center #166

4815 Cedar Ln, Salem, AL 36874

69
Capacity
3 years - 5 years
Age range
1:5
State infant ratio
$820/mo
Alabama avg infant
License in good standing

License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.

About Gadsden Early Learning Center #166

Gadsden Early Learning Center #166 is a before/after school located in Salem, Alabama (36874). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division. Licensed capacity is 69 children.

Cost & subsidies in Alabama

Statewide averages: $820/month infant, $660/month preschool. Most Alabama families qualify for assistance through Alabama Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 528-1694).

Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.

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Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Gadsden Early Learning Center #166 and any other licensed provider:

  • Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
  • Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
  • Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
  • Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
  • Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
  • Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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Frequently asked questions about Gadsden Early Learning Center #166

Is Gadsden Early Learning Center #166 licensed?
Yes — Gadsden Early Learning Center #166 holds a current Alabama child-care license in our records (status: Active), sourced from Alabama Department of Human Resources — Child Care Services Division. Always confirm current status before enrolling.
What ages does Gadsden Early Learning Center #166 accept?
Gadsden Early Learning Center #166 serves 3 years - 5 years. Confirm current openings for your child's age group by contacting the center directly — infant spots in particular fill fastest.
How much does Gadsden Early Learning Center #166 cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, Alabama averages about $820/month for infants and $660/month for preschool. Contact Gadsden Early Learning Center #166 for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can Gadsden Early Learning Center #166 enroll?
Gadsden Early Learning Center #166 has a licensed capacity of 69 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

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