Our Family
El Mirage Child Care center was established in 1968 as a provider of childcare services
During the past 32 years, El Mirage Child Care centers has been a leader within the childcare industry. We started as "All Seasons Childcare" in 1968 as a provider of childcare. Our company has evolved into not only a quality childcare provider service, but also a pre-school program that will enhance the educational development of your child. El Mirage Child Care has now built and established more than 48 custom childcare centers across the country.
Much of this success is the result of the values and beliefs of El Mirage Child Care centers founder, Paul J. Emch
Paul's first mission statement was to "provide tender loving care and education too" for each child. Not much has changed over the years. We all share the goal of making sure that your child knows that he or she is someone special, and needs to be educated and prepared for the challenges in life. Paul expected every employee to be an ambassador of company principles -- demonstrating love, integrity, generosity, self-discipline and hard work -- simply treating others as we would want to be treated. The current management team has molded these values into their strategic plans and operating practices. These values, along with a team approach to management, have empowered El Mirage Child Care centers to grow to nearly 200 employees who care for nearly 1,000 children each day. Paul is no longer with us, but his commitments to quality, education, and safety have been passed down to the third generation of family who oversee the operations.
What We Believe
We believe that every child is a precious, God-given being with basic needs - social, physical, emotional and intellectual. We will work to instill proper manners and values, honesty and sharing, respect and self worth in your child. It is our purpose to meet those needs when your child is in our care, by providing a safe and loving environment here at our school.
Our Director Patti Longman
Hello, my name is Patti Longman. I am originally from Louisiana, however my husband Cullen was in the Air Force so we have had the opportunity to live in many different states and countries. Our first duty station was Arizona, so this is our second time living here and we are considering making it our permanent home.
I have two daughters, Emily and Sara. They are exact opposites of each other and keep us on our toes. Emily will be off to college in a few years to study Arts and Theatre. Sara is in elementary school and loves cheerleading.
I have been involved in childcare for over a decade and have found that there is nothing more challenging or rewarding than this career. I started with a licensed child care in my home, where I worked to receive my Child Development Associate credential in family care. I did that for two years until we were reassigned to Washington State. While in Washington I worked as a preschool teacher and then took a position in administration. I also decided to then further my education in Early Childhood. I am now continuing my education through Concordia University and will complete my Bachelors degree in early 2009. Our center is currently in the process of working towards a nationally recognized accreditation from N.E.C.P.A.
I am fortunate to have the opportunity to work with a great company, wonderful staff, caring parents and fun loving kids every day. I encourage you to come in and take a tour of our center! I look forward to meeting you and your family!
Our Mission Is To Make Your Child Smile
