Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Child Care Provider in Anchorage, AK
Imagination Station has been nurturing young minds since April 1998, founded by Pete and De Cyril. Our Anchorage-based centers provide safe, educational care for up to 192 full-time children across two locations, serving ages six weeks to twelve years. We emphasize social skill development through consistent manners, conflict resolution, and collaborative play while maintaining age-appropriate educational standards. As a faith-based center, we incorporate non-denominational values through music and storytelling while respecting diverse beliefs.Our programs adapt to individual learning styles through flexible lesson plans that ensure positive, productive experiences for every child. With structured routines mirroring school schedules, we prepare preschoolers for kindergarten success while offering comprehensive before-and-after school care with transportation services. Our summer programs combine educational activities with field trips to zoos, parks, and science centers to maintain year-round engagement.
Services
Infant Care
Toddler Programs
Preschool Education
School-Age Care
Summer Enrichment
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Established in 1998 with proven childcare expertise
- Offers faith-based values without religious affiliation
- Provides structured learning environments mirroring school schedules
- Includes transportation services for local schools
- Maintains low staff-to-child ratios for personalized attention
Services
Infant Care
Our infant program serves children 6 weeks to 12 months with specialized care including formula feeding, breast milk management, and developmental activities. We provide a family-friendly environment with flexible visiting hours and sign language instruction. Each infant receives personalized attention through daily routines that promote early learning and social development.
Toddler Programs
Designed for 13-month to 3-year-olds, our toddler program focuses on potty training support and foundational learning through circle time, art activities, and outdoor play. We implement structured lessons covering colors, shapes, and basic social skills while maintaining a nurturing environment that encourages independence and exploration.
Preschool Education
For 3-5 year olds, our preschool curriculum prepares children for kindergarten with individualized lesson plans covering numbers, letters, and social skills. Daily structured activities include science experiments, cooking projects, and dramatic play that develop cognitive abilities and creative expression through hands-on learning experiences.
School-Age Care
We provide before-and-after school care for 5-12 year olds with transportation to local schools. Our program includes homework assistance, community service projects, and structured activities during school breaks. Summer care features weekly field trips, computer time, and outdoor recreation to maintain educational engagement year-round.
Summer Enrichment
Our summer program offers full-day care with educational field trips to zoos, parks, and science centers. Children participate in structured centers for STEM activities, arts, and physical development while maintaining academic skills through reading and math-focused games in a fun, engaging environment.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We care for children from 6 weeks through 12 years across our infant, toddler, preschool, and school-age programs.
Do you offer summer care programs?
Yes, our summer program includes field trips, educational activities, and structured outdoor play for school-age children.
Are meals included in tuition?
Yes, all meals, snacks, and beverages are included in our tuition rates for all age groups.
Do you provide transportation to local schools?
Yes, we offer transportation services to Taku, Chinook, and Sand Lake schools for enrolled children.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday-Friday from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM with closures on major holidays.
Is potty training required for toddlers?
Children must be fully potty trained by age 3, with exceptions for special needs children requiring accommodations.