Guardian Angel Learning Center

For the past 72 years, Guardian Angel Learning Center has served the child-care needs of the Milwaukee Community.  Established in 1933, it is owned and operated by the Sisters of Charity of St. Joan Antida, a religious and educational congregation.  (Read more about the Sisters of Charity of St. Joan Antida.) 

This Learning Center provides an equal opportunity for people of all racial, cultural, religious and economic backgrounds to make use of the facility and the services offered.  (Mission Statement, Philosophy, Objectives)  Its downtown location makes it convenient to families from most geographic locations. (Directions through mapquest)

Guardian Angel is licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Health and Human Services for children ages six weeks through 11 years. (Additional certifications)  Currently, due to space limitations, Guardian Angel serves children ages six weeks through six years.  Children are grouped by age.  The Center's capacity is 85 children.  Guardian Angel is also accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). (What is accreditation?)  The Director and Assistant Administrator have completed the Administrator's Credential Program.  In addition, Guardian Angel provides quality instruction by licensed teachers. (Teacher/Staff qualifications)  Curriculm is theme-based and age/development appropriate (Curriculum).

Parents are encouraged to take advantage of the Center's open-door policy for observation and participation. Tours are available for prospective parents. (General Guardian Angel Learning Center Handbook)

Guardian Angel Learning Center is open from 6:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 12 months a year.  Full and part-time (minimum of three days per week) registration is available (Download an application). 

Guardian Angel Learning Center is located at:
1540 North Jefferson Street
Milwaukee, WI   53202

Further information can be obtained by calling (414) 277-9474 or e-mailing the Center at gschool1@wi.rr.com.

Director of Guardian Angel Learning Center:
Sr. Marie Louise Balistrieri, SCSJA

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