Where children learn, play, and grow together.

We’re here to help your children thrive

Thank you for considering South Highland Child Development Center for your child's early care and education!

South Highland Child Development Center (SHCDC) strives to provide meaningful Christian childcare for growing children. We create a safe and happy learning environment where all children, ages six weeks through five years, can receive full-day care five days a week. 

Comprehensive safety and health regulations are followed and nutritionally sound meals and snacks are provided. To ensure superiority of our program, we support continued staff education and established curriculum, community involvement, multi-cultural studies, and family participation. The Center is a 501(c)3 licensed by the Alabama Department of Human Resources and is governed by a board of directors.

Our Curriculum

"Teaching children how to learn is more important than teaching children what to learn."

Creative Expoloration

Engaging in play with manipulative materials such as paints, clay, crayons, scissors, glue, puzzles, and other crafts

Problem Solving

Ensuring your child not only learns but thrives in an environment that fosters critical thinking and creativity

Physical Development

Using play equipment to engage physical activities, fostering a healthy and active lifestyle."

Growing Together since 1971.

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Mission

Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centered environment where children flourish under the guidance of exceptional educators. We are committed to cultivating professional, consistent, and transparent partnerships between our staff and the families we serve

Vision

Values

To be the foundational stepping stone that empowers every child to realize their full, God-given potential.

  • Safety: We prioritize the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of every individual in our care.

  • Quality: We pursue excellence in our curriculum, our facility, and our professional standards.

  • Relationships: We build a community rooted in trust, respect, and open communication.

  • Joy: We celebrate the gift of childhood and foster an environment of positivity and grace.

Worship at South Highland

South Highland Presbyterian Church is a dynamic, welcoming, and historic congregation located on the Southside of Birmingham, Alabama. People from all areas of the city and its suburbs attend SHPC for a Christ-centered community of worship, study, belonging, renewal, growth and outreach.