Child Care
& Preschool
in a Family Home
​Family child care homes operate from the provider’s home and offer child care and preschool programs in a small-group setting. Family child care homes are licensed and monitored for safety by the State of Colorado.
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Many families choose to have their child in home-based programs until their child enters kindergarten.
Benefits of a Family Child Care Home
Small Group Sizes
Family child care home providers usually care for 6 to 8 children at a time. This allows the provider to spend more time with each child. Research shows that small group sizes have a positive impact on child development and safety.
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Calmer, Comfortable Environment
Family child care homes provide a warm and welcoming environment that is often calmer than child care centers. This can make the transition for a child easier as they leave their own home for a child care setting.
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Consistent Caregiver
In family child care homes, children are cared for by the same provider every day and build strong relationships, which supports healthy development.
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Flexible Hours
Family child care homes are often able to offer families more flexible hours than traditional child care centers, including nights and weekends.
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Mixed-Age Groups
In families with multiple children, family child care homes allow for children to be cared for in the same setting as their siblings.