James Rushton Early Learning Center
In the fall of 2006, James Rushton I Foundation opened a full-day, year-around, zero-to-three child development center in downtown Birmingham to accommodate parents in search for high-quality, affordable childcare accessible from work and home. The center’s goals and objectives not only included providing high-quality care to children but also to give young parents the opportunity to work, build careers and provide healthful home environments for their families. Young children living in environments optimal for growth and development learn better and live better. That is what James Rushton I Foundation believes and that is why it now supports the James Rushton Early Learning Center serving families of Woodlawn and surrounding communities. What began as Woodlawn Foundation’s vision in 2011 is a reality today. For families with young children, James Rushton Early Learning Center serves as an entry point to Woodlawn’s cradle-to-career education pipeline. The center’s vision is to be a recognized leader in providing the best care for infants, toddlers and preschool children. Striving to be known for exceptional education programs, talented teams and community relationships, James Rushton Early Learning Center prides itself on providing a unique blend of learning and play in a safe, engaging, nurturing environment.