MATC Child care Services
MATC Children's Centers - Licensed Child Care Providers
Departmental contact phone number and email address:
414-297-7880 | matcchildcare@matc.edu
Hours of operation (specify virtual or in-person):
Downtown Milwaukee campus: 6:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Mequon, Oak Creek, West Allis campuses: 7:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m.
Expected response time:
less than 24 hours
MATC offers quality, reliable care to children of the students and staff/faculty of MATC, and our communities. Child care is available at all four campuses for children ages six weeks through 12 years, from early morning through late afternoon. The centers do not provide before and after school care, but do provide care for registered school age children on days off of school. Evening child care is not available.
The MATC Children's Centers offer a wide variety of learning experiences that encourage children's emotional, social, intellectual and physical development. All four centers have professional, educated staff and modern facilities. Lunch and snacks are provided.
Parents must register their children, complete all enrollment paperwork and have an agreed upon schedule, prior to attending. Drop-in care is generally not available due to licensing regulations. Enrollment for the Summer and Fall semesters opens in mid-April and for the Spring semester in mid-November. Returning families and new student parents are given first priority during these enrollment periods. New children are accepted throughout the year as space allows.
Fees vary depending on the age of the child and the requested schedule. Child care tuition rates for students are calculated at a lower rate than those charged to non-students. Non-student rates are comparable to many other local child care centers. Students may use unencumbered financial aid to pay for their child care. Child care funding options through community agencies may also be available to students. More information on these options is available through the child care centers. Child care fees may also be paid by cash, check or credit card at the cashier’s office on campus or on-line.
MATC Children's Centers are licensed by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families. The teacher-to-student ratio meets or exceeds the state requirements. The centers are also accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, which assures that the child care programs are meeting high quality standards in all areas of care.
For more information or to arrange a visit, contact us at:
Downtown Milwaukee Campus Children's Center
Melissa Frankiewicz, Coordinator
414-297-7880
frankiml@matc.edu
Mequon Campus Children's Center
Tracy Ruska, Coordinator
262-238-2456
ruskat@matc.edu
Oak Creek Campus Children's Center
Tracy Ruska, Coordinator
414-571-4690
ruskat@matc.edu
West Allis Campus Children's Center
Samantha Stern, Coordinator
414-456-5419
sterns5@matc.edu
Little Stormers Village
matc's new free drop-in childcare
Vision
To provide drop-in care for children ages 6 months to 10 years of age of current or prospective MATC students.
Mission
As MATC remains committed to finding innovative ways to serve students; LSV ( Little Stormers Village) embraces its mission to continue to transform lives, through supporting student parents/legal guardians by providing a safe space for their children while they prepare to make a difference in the lives of their families and the community.
About Us
Here at Little Stormers Village (LSV), we continue to serve our student parents/legal guardians with a safe, fun and environment for the child/children. While they are conducting MATC related business, your child(ren) can learn through play. Our staff is passionate about working with children and look forward to making a difference.
Little Stormers Village (LSV) welcomes MATC Student parent/legal guardian's children from 6 months to 10 years of age. Our drop-in center is designed for children to learn through play and has specific activities and areas for the following stages:
- 6 months-24 months
This space is designed to help 6 to 24 months of age to explore life, whether your child is on their tummy, a crawler, or beginning walker. - 2-5yrs old
This space is designed to help toddlers/preschoolers learn through play while continuing to develop social skills by sharing with others and learning independence. - 6-10 yrs old
LSV designed this space for school aged children to be creative through arts and crafts, journaling, and games that encourage learning and social interactions.
Location
Downtown Milwaukee Campus
Main Building - M172
Hours of Operation
Monday thru Friday 9am - 3pm.
* See MATC Calendar for closings for Holidays, Weather, etc..*
Contact Information
414-297-6689 | littlestormers@matc.edu
Forms
Registration form (Google doc) - completed once per semester
Waiver (pdf) - completed once per semester
How to Complete the LSV Waiver form (Google doc)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does drop-in childcare mean?
Drop-in childcare allows you to have a safe space for your kiddo so that you can attend to business on MATC’s downtown campus. It’s a first-come first-served service with no reservations or pre-scheduling.
How do I use the service?
Before the first time you use Little Stormers Village, you’ll need to complete our registration form & waiver (found under “forms” up above). These only need to be done one time per semester and can be completed before you drop your kiddos off the first time or at drop off (please allow extra time if you’re doing them at the site).
How much does it cost?
Nothing! Little Stormers Village is free to current and prospective MATC students. At this time, MATC staff are not permitted to use LSV.
How long can I leave my children in Little Stormers Village?
The maximum time per day is 3 hours. It is the parent or guardian’s responsibility to ensure they return prior to the 3 hour mark. Failure to return by the 3 hour mark could result in loss of use of the center.
What can I use Little Stormers Village for?
You must remain on MATC’s Downtown Campus while your children are at LSV. Little Stormers Village is here so that you can do important things at MATC’s campuses like: meet with a staff member (tutor, advisor, retention coach, financial aid, etc), take a placement test, attend an orientation, or complete the MATC application for financial aid application.
What can’t I use Little Stormers Village for?
LSV is not to be used for recurring things such as on-campus employment or while you attend class.
If you need childcare during those hours, please work with MATC’s licensed childcare provider to see if they have openings for the semester (414-297-7880).
Please note: MATC’s licensed childcare provider is not drop-in – so you would need to arrange scheduled childcare with them before bringing your children.
How did we do?
Little Stormers Village Feedback Form (link)