Welcome to
Milwaukee Child Care of The Arts
Milwaukee Child
Care of The Arts
Located in the heart of Milwaukee, our daycare center is dedicated to providing a nurturing and educational environment for your children. We are committed to fostering growth, learning, and fun every day.
Why Choose Us?
Experienced Staff
Our team of caregivers and educators are highly trained and passionate about early childhood development, ensuring your child receives the best care possible.
Safe and Secure Environment
We prioritize safety and security, offering a safe, welcoming space where children can explore, learn, and grow.
Engaging Curriculum
Our programs are designed to stimulate young minds, with activities that promote creativity, critical thinking, and social skills.
Nurturing Hearts, Shaping Minds
At Milwaukee Child Care of The Arts, we believe in creating a warm, loving environment where children can thrive. Our dedicated staff works tirelessly to ensure each child feels valued and supported. Our philosophy centers on holistic development, blending academic learning with social and emotional growth. We partner with families to provide a seamless and enriching experience for all children in our care.
Enrollment
How to Enroll
Enrolling at Milwaukee Child Care of The Arts is simple and straightforward. Follow these easy steps to get started and give your child the best start in their educational journey.
Schedule a Tour
Visit our facility, meet our staff, and see firsthand the vibrant, engaging environment we offer.
Complete the Application
Fill out our enrollment application to provide us with essential information about your child and your family.
Meet with Our Director
Discuss your child's needs, our programs, and how we can best support your child's growth and development.
Brightwheel Account
We use Brightwheel for seamless communication and updates. Create an account to stay connected with us and track your child's progress and daily activities.
Nutrition
Healthy and Delicious Meals
At Milwaukee Child Care of The Arts, we provide nutritious meals and snacks that fuel your child’s growth and development. Our menu is designed to be both healthy and appealing to young children, ensuring they get the nourishment they need.
Trauma-Informed & Behavior-Informed Childcare
At Milwaukee Childcare Center of the Arts, we provide a safe, nurturing environment where children feel seen, supported, and valued. Our program uses trauma-informed and behavior-informed practices, with special understanding for children in foster care, kinship care, and reunification.
Ages We Serve & Enrollment Availability
- Ages Served: 4 weeks – 12 years old
- Open Enrollment: 4 weeks – 4 years old
- Hours: Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Ready to Enroll?
Reach out to us to start the enrollment process or to learn more about our programs.📌 Currently enrolling children ages 4 weeks – 4 years old 📞 Contact us today to schedule a tour or learn more about enrollment. We look forward to welcoming your family to Milwaukee Child Care of The Arts.
What Trauma-Informed Care Means
Trauma-informed care means we understand that behavior is often a child’s way of communicating stress, fear, or unmet needs – especially in early childhood. Instead of asking, “What’s wrong with this child?” we ask, “What has this child experienced, and how can we support them?”
🧠 Understanding Fight, Flight, or Freeze
When children feel overwhelmed, their bodies may enter a survival response. These reactions are stress responses, not intentional misbehavior.
- Fight: hitting, biting, kicking, yelling
- Flight: running away, hiding, avoiding activities
- Freeze: shutting down, becoming quiet, not responding
🧒 How Our Teachers Support Emotional Regulation
Our teachers are trained and educated in trauma-informed practices that focus on co-regulation—helping children calm before expecting self-control.
We support children by:
- Using calm voices and gentle body language
- Getting on the child’s level to build trust
- Providing consistent routines and transitions
- Offering calming spaces and coping tools
- Teaching age-appropriate emotional language
- Partnering with families and foster care teams
❌ What Our Approach Is Not
We believe discipline should teach, not harm.
We do not:
- Yell, shame, or label children
- Use isolation as punishment
- Expect emotional control beyond developmental ability
💛 Why Trauma-Informed Care Matters
A predictable, emotionally responsive environment helps children:
- Feel safe and secure
- Build trust with caregivers
- Reduce stress-related behaviors
- Develop healthy emotional regulation skills
- Healing begins when a child feels safe.
"Milwaukee Child Care of The Arts has been amazing for my daughter. She loves going there every day and has learned so much! The teachers are incredibly supportive and create a warm, inviting atmosphere. I couldn't be happier with the care and attention she receives."
Jessica M.