The Alliance Story
From Mady Robbins, Owner & Director
Back in 1991, my mom, Nikki Robbins, graduated with a degree in Business Entrepreneurship and opened her very first childcare center in Woodbury, Minnesota in partnership with my Dad, Gary Robbins. It was tiny — just a little storefront in a strip mall — but it was filled with big dreams.
What started small grew into two thriving centers in two states, licensed for nearly 400 children, and a private elementary school serving Kindergarten through Sixth Grade. My siblings and I grew up right there in the classrooms, surrounded by learning, laughter, and love. My mom was there every day — later as our principal — and we saw firsthand the incredible impact she and my dad were making on thousands of families.
As I got older, I worked side-by-side with my parents, watching them build not just a business — but a community. A place where every child was known, valued, taught, and cherished. Somewhere along the way, I realized:
✨ This isn’t just what my family does. This is who we are.
So when the opportunity came to bring our legacy to South Carolina, I packed up my life and moved to Mount Pleasant to create a new chapter — Alliance Childcare — built on everything I learned from Peace of Mind Early Education Center and Footprints Academy… plus my own big dreams.
Alliance is a beautiful blend of:
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Time-tested excellence from 30+ years of family experience
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A modern, innovative approach to curriculum, nutrition, and classroom design
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A true partnership with parents — the “alliance” that helps children thrive
Our values remain constant:
❤️ Love & relationships first
📚 Meaningful learning through play
🌱 Individualized care for each child
🥗 Nutritious meals made with intention
👩🏫 Amazing teachers who feel respected and supported
Every day, I get to walk into a place where magic happens — where babies take their first steps, toddlers grow into curious explorers, and preschoolers leap confidently into the next stage of life. And I still can’t believe… I get to do this.
When families ask what makes Alliance special, the truth is — the answer doesn’t fit in a sentence.
But you can feel it the moment you step inside.
We would be honored to partner with your family.
We’ll love your little one like our own, celebrate their milestones, and give them the strongest foundation for life ahead.
Call us, visit us, come meet the team — we can’t wait to welcome you home to Alliance. 💛
Warmly,
Mady Robbins
Owner & Director, Alliance Childcare
About Us
Since opening in May, 2025 we are proud to be providing quality childcare to families of Mount Pleasant. We are family owned & operated with Madelyn, our owner, on-site daily to ensure the highest level of care is being consistently given to all enrolled children. We use Creative Curriculum, an individualized approach to learning that uses hands on, engaging activities to ensure each child's success and ultimately, preparedness for Kindergarten. Keep reading to learn more about our story below!
Our Philosophy
We are a service driven team of qualified individuals, dedicated to providing quality, worry-free educational care for our communities children. We partner with you in common values & work by your side to raise educated and kind children by building with you an Alliance!
The Alliance Guarantee
Individualized Care
Attentive Staff
Safety is #1
Kindergarten Readiness
Exceptional Education
Working in Partnership
Madelyn radiates a genuine warmth and love for both her work and the people she interacts with. Her ability to connect with others on a personal level fosters a sense of belonging and camaraderie that enhances the overall school experience for everyone involved!
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FAQ
We are open from 6am to 6pm! We are also open one Saturday/month from 5-10pm for parent's night out!
Alliance has both full time and part time schedules available as well as drop in care options! We really are happy to accommodate any schedule needs, as availability allows. We know that each family has their own unique schedule and we are happy to work with you!
Yes! We have an in-house chef and provide breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack each day. We serve whole foods and eliminate seed oils & processed foods. Our chef is able to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies. We are a nut-free facility.
We want you to be worry free when it comes to bringing items to school with you each day so we provide diapers, wipes, and formula as well as 3 meals/day! All your child will need for the day is diaper ointment (if used), a change of clothes, and any comfort items (pillow, blanket, pacifier) for nap time, if they'd like. Your child will also need weather appropriate clothing for outdoor activities, including a swimsuit and towel.
Our teachers have obtained either their 2 or 4 year degrees in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or a related field. There is simply no substitute for educated, dedicated, passionate teachers. Our commitment to retaining staff has led to low staff turnover and allowed them to foster relationships with our families. This has created a very tight-knit community and a safe and friendly environment for your children.
All of our staff is certified in First Aid and CPR shortly after they begin employment with us. This training is updated yearly.
Our facility is equipped with several safety measure to keep your child safe during the day. Our facility is locked 24/7 with security cameras in every classroom, hallways & on the playground. Children always remain within sight and sound of a caregiver. Check out our emergency procedures in our handbook for more information.
We have clear policies in place regarding sickness in order to keep all of our children happy and healthy.
In the event of a weather related closure, we will notify you via our parent app.
Still have a question? Don't hesitate to reach out!