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Child Development Center (CDC)

Care Options

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Sign up or update your CYS registration to access child care, youth programs, and family support services. 

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Contact Us

See the Child Development Centers' location, contact info, and hours.

CDC employee with toddler


CDCs offer several types of care to meet your family’s schedule and mission needs.

 

Full-Day

  • Up to 12 hours per day for children ages 6 weeks - 5 years.
  • Includes breakfast, lunch, and snack.


Part-Day Preschool

  • A 3-hour program, offered 2-5 days per week, that focuses on social, emotional, and school-readiness skills.

Strong Beginnings (Pre-K) 

  • Not available at all installations - check with local CYS to confirm program availability. 
  • A 3-hour daily program for children who turn 4 years old by August 1. 
  • Teaches early literacy, problem-solving, and classroom routines to prepare for kindergarten. 

Before & After Kindergarten Care

  • Available at many garrisons.
  • Children enrolled in kindergarten receive care before and after the school day, as well as full-day care on teacher workdays, holidays, or school breaks.
Service Member picking up child from CDC

Hourly Care

  • Reserved or drop-in care for short-term needs such as appointments, meetings, or mission training.
  • Hourly care is offered by reservation when space allows.

Extended and Mission-Related Care

  • Some CDCs open early or stay open late to support Military Balls, FRG events, training schedules, or emergency duties.

 

Check with your local CDC for hours and eligibility.

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