Quality child care is as important for a parent’s peace of mind as it is for a child’s growth and development. Research has proven over and over that children benefit most from high quality learning environments where teachers interact regularly and positively with all children.
Child Care
How to Find Quality Child Care
- Search Tools to Find Care (Child Care, Preschool, School-Aged, Summer Camps)
- Find all types of child care in Adams County, all in one place: www.childcare-adamsco.org
- Child Care Resource and Referral to help families find child care meeting their individual needs: Call “211” or 1-877-388-CARE (2273) to speak to a Child Care Specialist Monday-Friday (8 am – 5 pm) or email: or chat live online
- What to Look for in a Quality Child Care Program
- Learn How Your Child Care Program is Staying Safe and Healthy for standard operating guidelines for family home and center providers.
- Why Does Preschool Matter?: English, Spanish
- For more help finding child care visit the Colorado Department of Early Childhood website: https://cdec.colorado.gov/find-child-care
Child Care Assistance Programs
- Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP)
Colorado’s Office of Early Childhood offers child care subsidies for families who need help affording quality child care. Families must meet income guidelines. Benefits are available for children under the age of thirteen (13). Learn more about the program and how to apply for assistance in Adam’s County. - Colorado Preschool Program (CPP)
The Colorado Preschool Program is a state-funded early childhood education program administered by the Colorado Department of Education. Children who are eligible for CPP have the opportunity to attend half-day or full-day preschool or full-day kindergarten at a reduced cost. Beginning in July 2023, CPP will be unified with the new Universal Preschool Program (UPK). Once unified with UPK, families who meet risk factors will continue to qualify for state-funded childcare for both three- and four-year-olds. In the case of four-year-olds, this will be in addition to the ten hours provided for all children in their year before kindergarten.- Contact your local school district for information on the FREE Colorado Preschool Program to see if your child is eligible;
- Adams 12 Five Star Schools: 720-972-8761
- Adams 14: 720-322-8130
- School District 27J: 720-685-5490
- Mapleton Public Schools: 303-853-1780
- Westminster Public Schools: 720-542-5093
- Contact your local school district for information on the FREE Colorado Preschool Program to see if your child is eligible;
- Head Start/Early Head Start Program
Head Start promotes school readiness for children from low-income families. From birth to age five, Head Start provides children a learning environment that enhances their cognitive, social and emotional development. For Adams County, call 720-523-4602.