The wait for infant (to 1year old) childcare at the CDC can be up to one year for Category 1 parents (single parents, dual military career). Infant slots with on-base Family Home Daycare Providers or on the local economy are equally tight. 2-3 year old slots come open at the CDC and at FHDC providers usually within about 30 - 60 days. Slots for older children are easier to come by.
The Child Development Program offers two options for childcare, the center-based program and the family child care program.
The center-based program is offered Monday through Friday at three locations, Bldg. 4575 on Virginia Avenue, Bldg. 4783 on San Antonio Boulevard and Bldg. 3725 on Fetchett Avenue. Services offered at these locations include full-day care, before and after school care, half-day preschool and hourly childcare on a space available basis.
Children from 6 weeks to 12 years old are eligible for program services. Central Registration is maintained for all programs at the Central Reservation office at 1398 Menoher Drive. Registration must be accomplished in person and all enrolling children must have proof of current immunizations. For more information, call 301-981-3035 or 301-981-9981. Child care for special events can be arranged by calling the youth support flight chief at 301-981-9717
Other programs available include the Before and After School Programs which are provided through the Youth Activities Center and a Part Day Enrichment Program which is also in the Youth Activities Building. These classes are designed for parents and children who desire a preschool group experience but do not need full day care. Children may attend two days, three days, or five days either morning or afternoon. Children must be potty trained and can be between 3 and 5 years old. There are fees based on salary, ranging from $39 - $140 per month.
Parent's Night Out for children 6 months to age 12 is sponsored at the CDC's once a month. The hours are 1800 - 2400 usually on a Saturday evening; the cost is $4.00 an hour per child. Children must be registered with Child Development Services but do not have to be actively using the program. Call 301-981-9981/82 for more information on this program.
All children using any of the above programs must have proof of current immunizations either with a shot record or medical records. For this reason it is highly recommended that these items be hand carried and not packed with shipments. Contact 301-981-9981 or DSN 858-9981 for questions on the child development centers. Call 301-981-5430 or DSN 858-5430 with questions concerning Youth Programs. Call 301-981-9981 for family day care information. Note all quoted prices are subject to change.
