Licensed Childcare Center
Where Quality Care and Early Learning Matter
Meet Mrs.Bre & Mrs.Mellah
We are the Owners & Directors
Legacy Learning Center is led by Mrs. Bre and Mrs. Mellah, co-owners and co-leaders committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and dependable early childhood education. Together, they bring experience, education, and a shared vision to the center’s continued growth and success.
Mrs. Bre brings 11 years of experience in early childhood education and childcare leadership. She began her journey as the owner and operator of Bre’s Joyful Tots, a licensed home childcare program that earned a 5-Star quality rating. During this time, Mrs. Mellah worked alongside her and contributed to the quality improvement efforts that led to earning the 5-Star rating. After closing the home program, Mrs. Bre transitioned those standards and practices into the development of Legacy Learning Center. Mrs. Bre holds a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Children and Family Studies, earned from University of Michigan
Mrs. Mellah brings 5 years of experience in early childhood education and leadership. Her work at Bre’s Joyful Tots supported the achievement of the 5-Star quality rating, and her continued leadership has strengthened programming, classroom practices, and inclusive learning environments. She holds a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts with coursework in Early Childhood Education, and a Bachelor’s Degree in African American Studies, also earned from the University of Michigan.
Together, Mrs. Bre and Mrs. Mellah lead Legacy Learning Center as a unified team. Their collaborative leadership reflects a shared commitment to quality, intentional growth, and early learning excellence. They remain dedicated to providing a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment where children and families thrive.
Our Goals
At Legacy Learning Center, our goal is to provide high-quality, inclusive childcare in a structured, supportive, and developmentally appropriate environment. We are committed to:
• Providing a safe, clean, and secure inclusive learning environment for all children
• Fostering a nurturing, respectful, and inclusive atmosphere where every child feels valued and supported
• Supporting social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development across all abilities
• Implementing developmentally appropriate, inclusive curriculum and learning experiences
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive behavior while honoring individual differences
• Building strong, collaborative partnerships with families to support each child’s unique growth and success
Legacy's Philosophy
At our childcare center, we believe that every child is unique, capable, and full of potential. We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where children feel valued, respected, and supported as they grow and learn. We understand that children learn best through play, exploration, and meaningful interactions, and we intentionally create experiences that support their social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
We believe learning goes beyond academics. Along with early literacy and problem-solving skills, we focus on building confidence, independence, kindness, and respect for others. Our educators serve as guides and role models, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and positive relationships while honoring each child’s individual pace and interests.
Family partnerships are at the heart of our program. We value open communication and collaboration with families, recognizing that children thrive when caregivers and educators work together. Through consistent routines, responsive caregiving, and intentional teaching practices, we strive to foster a love of learning and prepare children for lifelong success in school and in life.
