The MSLA Story

Main Street Learning Academy is a privately owned childcare center, created by parents for parents.

 

Main Street Learning Academy was built to be a childcare center by parents, for parents — a place born from love, shaped by experience, and designed to meet the real-life needs of families. We understand firsthand the balancing act of parenting, especially when life throws the unexpected. That’s why we’re committed to offering flexible, supportive, and nurturing care that works with the rhythms of everyday family life.

With the support of our village, what started as a dream turned into a safe, welcoming space where children can thrive and parents can breathe a little easier. Main Street Learning Academy is more than a childcare center — it’s a community rooted in compassion, resilience, and the shared desire to help families grow stronger together.

Our family looks forward to the opportunity to welcome yours at MSLA.

Main Street Learning Academy Founders & Owners

- Alicia and Paul Marden

 

Every lesson is passed down from our family to yours.

Family Testimonials

  • "So grateful for the MSLA teachers taking such great care of our two little kids. They are patient, fun, and set our kids up for success. Our kids love going there (and hardly want to leave!)"

    Brooke DeMoraes

  • “My four-year-old loves MSLA! We were worried it would be hard for her to transition to a new daycare and leave her old friends. However, thanks to Ms. Kim and Ms. Desiree, we did not have that problem. They're so loving, kind, patient, and wonderful teachers. I'm so glad we decided to enroll our daughter in MSLA. Thank you for all that you do!"

    Nisrine Naqqad

  • ”From the owners to the staff, they have hands down been the kindest and most compassionate people I have dealt with when finding childcare for all of my three children.”

    Treva Tolley

  • “Very home like Atmosphere. The teachers are moms themselves. They are amazing. My daughter thrived with Ms Desiree ! She learned so much. She still talks about her. ♡♡”

    Samantha Dibeneditto

  • "Main Street Learning Academy offers a well-kept and maintained learning facility. They have amazing staff with so much heart and a very caring mindset. They take the effort to engage the children and help them develop the skills they should be learning at the appropriate age. All staff are focused to providing the best curriculum for the children and pay attention to detail and needs of children."

    Kristen Hayes

  • "I can’t say enough good things about Main Street Learning Academy. They do an incredible job and have a thorough understanding of child development and the importance of engaging even the youngest children in activities to develop language and social and emotional skills. I would highly recommend!!!"

    Elisa Petruzzelli

  • "Such a great little school. They know my little so well and he has learned so much in the last year and a half. Super easy to communicate with staff as well!"

    Bridget Ritter

  • "If you’re looking for a place for your children, look no further!! The teachers are kind and genuine. They bring so much experience to this environment too! It’s very clean and organized and your kids will love it."

    Lynn McCarthy

  • "Love MSLA ! The teachers & staff foster a healthy/safe and fun environment for children to learn and make new friends."

    Julie OConnell

 

 
 

Our mission is to create a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment where children feel valued and empowered each time they walk through our doors.

 

“A creative education has the power to catapult children into a lifetime of curiosity.”


— Alicia, Founder of Main Street Learning Academy