FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
New Life Community Alliance (NLCA)
Contact: Michael Bryant, CEO
Phone: 770-570-0354
Email: [email protected]
Bridging the Early Learning Gap: New Life Early Learning Academy Now Enrolling in Decatur
A Collaborative Effort Between New Life Church and NLCA
DECATUR, Ga. (March 19, 2025) — Access to quality early childhood education is a growing challenge in Decatur, but families now have an alternative solution. New Life Church and New Life Community Alliance (NLCA) are excited to announce the official opening of New Life Early Learning Academy in early March 2025. Designed to fill the gap in affordable, high-quality early learning options, the academy provides a nurturing, academically rich environment for infants to preschool-aged children.
“Early education is critical, but too many families in our community struggle to find a high-quality, accessible option,” said Pastor Marlin Harris. “The New Life Early Learning Academy is our response to that need—ensuring that every child, regardless of their financial circumstances, has the opportunity to start strong.”
The academy is now accepting enrollments and will operate from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, providing breakfast, lunch, and snacks for all enrolled children. To ensure accessibility, the academy accepts private tuition as well as families receiving assistance through the Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) program.
“The launch of the New Life Early Learning Academy demonstrates our commitment to fostering the growth and development of young children in our community,” said Michael Bryant, CEO of NLCA. “Through this collaborative effort with New Life Church, we aim to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment that lays a strong foundation for lifelong learning.”
Program Offerings:
- Infants: 6 weeks – 12 months
- Toddlers: 13 months – 2 years
- Preschoolers: 3 years – 4 years
Why Choose New Life Early Learning Academy?
- Safe, nurturing environment led by experienced educators
- Full-day care to support working families
- Nutritious meals and snacks included
- Social, emotional, and academic development focus
- Affordable tuition with CAPS program acceptance
For more information and to apply, please visit www.newlife-atl.org/ela or call 770-570-0354.
About New Life Church
Founded in 1995 by Pastor Marlin Harris, New Life Church in Decatur, GA, is dedicated to being a Christ-led, growing, and loving force in Greater Atlanta. Committed to following Christ, fostering community growth, and loving people where they are, New Life Church aims to equip individuals to become all that God has called them to be.
The church is renowned for its impactful outreach and mission programs. Pastor Marlin Harris founded the New Life Community Alliance (NLCA) as the outreach extension of New Life Church, which has since grown into a full-service social services agency. New Life Church is the largest donor to NLCA, contributing over $1 million annually. Additionally, church members support the outreach Dignity Services with more than 800 volunteers each year. For more information, visit www.newlife-atl.org.
About New Life Community Alliance (NLCA)
New Life Community Alliance (NLCA) exists to erase the legacy of poverty in South DeKalb and Greater Atlanta neighborhoods by revitalizing them into thriving, safe, and economically prosperous communities for new and legacy residents.
For more than two decades, NLCA has been building a foundation of community trust and impact by addressing urgent needs through dignity and life-stabilization services. These services distribute groceries, clothes, beauty and barber services, alongside case-managed services in employment assistance and housing as well as mental health counseling and educational programs for adults and youth.
In 2024, NLCA served 7,000 people, provided more than 62,000 meals, distributed 25 tons of clothing, prevented over 125 families from homelessness, and provided more than 2,000 clients with employment assistance. For more information about NLCA, visit www.nlca-atl.org.
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