About Us

About Alta Children's Center

Located on-site at the world-famous Alta Ski Resort, you can drop off your child at a safe and fun care center and literally step out the door and hit the slopes. The Alta Children’s Center is a full-service child care facility that caters to children from 2 months old to 12 years old. Infants and young children can play, create and learn in the center.

Alta Children's center works closely with the Alf Engen Ski School to facilitate transitions for private ski lessons. Our center is designed to stimulate curious young minds with areas set up for creative arts, social/emotional learning in the dramatic play area, blocks & physical motor movement area, and a math and science discovery area. We provide 3 nutritious meals throughout the day.

OUR MISSION

At Alta Children's Center, we are committed to providing safe, enriching, and flexible childcare where children experience the joy of play in a nurturing community, fostering a sense of belonging as they explore and have fun. We aim to empower families to enjoy their mountain experience with peace of mind, knowing their children are in a secure and loving environment.

Child Care Provider Team

  • Executive Director / Caregiver

    Ms. Ilse

    Ms. Ilse is a German-speaking, South African-American and a busy mama of 2 boys with 28 years of Early Childhood Experience and Education.
  • Caregiver

    Isabel

    Isabel is a Utah native who fell in love with Alta when she began working at the Alta Children’s Center.
  • Caregiver

    Maryana

    I'm a mom of 3, originally from Brazil, and I'm a Kindergarten Paraeducator during the week.
  • Caregiver

    Jess

    This is my second year with the Alta children’s center. I'm a mom of three, love to ski, and I am an adamant believer in “Alta magic."
  • Caregiver

    Becca

    Growing up in Sandy Utah, I felt like the mountains were my back yard and grew my love for adventure and being in nature.
  • Substitute Caregiver

    Brooke

    Ms. Brooke is a kind, loving teacher who is always ready for an adventure!
  • Yoga Instructor/Substitute Caregiver

    Cameron

    Mom to 2 young girls, who loves skiing, making coffee, and being outside! Certified Kids Yoga instructor and day maker.
  • Substitute Caregiver

    Macy

    I moved to Utah from New Orleans a year ago to be closer to the mountains! I have 10+ years of childcare experience.
  • Caregiver

    Hailey

    I am a recent graduate from Michigan Technological University who enjoys spending time outside and learning more about the environment.
  • Substitute Caregiver

    Isabell

    Isabell (Iza)  is a caring mother of three who enjoys helping young children grow through play, routine, and positive encouragement.
  • Program Director / Caregiver

    Shauntrey

    Shauntrey has been working in childcare for 13+ years, She loves working with children and families to make sure they have the best experience.
  • Caregiver

    Breanna

    Bree has been working in childcare for twelve years and loves spending time on the mountain.

Don't Take Our Word for it. See what others have to say about Alta Children's Center

Miss Ilse and her team were fantastic, providing frequent photo updates and reports on our son's progress through the day. The facility itself was great with bubble machines and projectors and plenty of play and redt options, the staff was delightful, and the location was perfect, right at the base of the mountain with ski-in/ski-out childcare. Thanks so much and we'll be back next season!

Marc Lewinstein 3/6/25

Our son Levi (19 months) attended childcare on Friday, March 29th. It could not have gone better. My wife Lauren and I were incredibly impressed with the organization of the room, and Levi seemed like he could have stayed there to play all night if we would have let him. Isle is incredible and we can tell how much effort she puts into the center each day.

Joel G.

Ms. Ilse and her team are AMAZING!! You can put your complete trust in them to make sure your little one has a fantastic day. I've been using her child care center for two years now. My now 3 year old loves going to play. Sometimes they go sledding, or play dress up, they jump on the bounce toys, or do craft projects, and play with the Paw Patrol toys just to name a few. The care team is wonderful with helping out when your child has "an accident". They have even been known to wash their clothes so you don't have to take home a bad of yucky underwear! We have yet to come across a situation they could not handle. I HIGHLY recommend the Alta Children's Center!!

Rindy R.

Took excellent care of our 2.5 year old daughter. New facility, great teachers and care. Even gave her electrolytes with our permission to help with the high altitude. Love this place!

via Yelp - Rochelle T.

We had a wonderful stay at Alta Childerns Center. We were from out of town and nervous to leave our little one but Mr. Ilse was fantastic. We received great care and look forward to next year. Thank you for all the kindness and fun!

AM from Facebook

First of all, let me just say that I never leave reviews. Ever. However, the experience I had last week at Alta Children's Center was so extremely exceptional that I have no choice but to leave a 5-star+ review! Ilse and her team are competent, compassionate, and completely accommodating...and after just 4 days they feel like family!

via Website - Shauna

Drop your kids off and ski! Food is healthy and homemade. Tons of fun toys and friendly faces!

Nicky M

Alta Children's Center is fabulous! Highly recommended. A safe, loving and fun environment, healthy homemade meals and snacks, and absolutely amazing educators! Thanks Ilse and Molly, we're so grateful for you taking such good care of our little guy!

Via Facebook - SD
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