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The Challenge of Childcare in a 24-Hour City Las Vegas isn’t like other cities—it never sleeps. Between the casinos, entertainment venues, hotels, and hospitals, thousands of Nevadans work overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts. For parents, this reality creates a unique challenge: who cares for the kids when you’re working at 11 p.m. or 6 a.m.? Traditional daycare centers, which operate 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., simply don’t meet the needs of Las Vegas families. This leaves parents scrambling for last-minute sitters or cutting back on work hours. The Solution: 24/7 Childcare That’s where 24/7 childcare centers like Imagination Station come

Nevada’s Focus on Early Literacy In 2026, early childhood education in Nevada is all about literacy and readiness. With new state funding and programs like Nevada Ready! Pre-K, the focus is on making sure every child enters kindergarten with strong reading and language skills. For families in Las Vegas and Henderson, this emphasis couldn’t come at a better time. Studies show that children who read early are more likely to: Perform better in school. Develop stronger communication skills. Graduate high school and pursue higher education. The Role of Parents and Providers Early literacy doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of

Nevada has been making bold strides in early childhood education. In 2025, lawmakers approved significant budget increases, nearly $30 million for FY 2026 and $47 million for FY 2027—to expand preschool access. Programs like Nevada Ready! Pre-K and the Early Childhood Innovative Literacy Program are being funded at higher levels, giving more children access to critical pre-K readiness. The state is also investing in family engagement pilots and provider coaching programs that ensure centers not only expand capacity but maintain high-quality teaching. This means more Nevada families can expect affordable, accessible, and well-structured preschool options in the near future. Yet

Preschool is no longer a “nice-to-have”—it’s an essential foundation for a child’s success. Nevada lawmakers have made it clear that early education will play a larger role in the state’s future, especially as the workforce and economy evolve. For parents in Las Vegas and Henderson, this means exciting opportunities and resources that were unavailable just a decade ago. Funding & Expansion Nevada recently committed tens of millions of dollars in new funding to expand preschool access. By 2030, families can expect: More Pre-K Seats funded by the state, reducing long waitlists. Stronger Literacy Programs to prepare kids for kindergarten. Workforce