The following information provides a profile of childcare options
available on the base. It is essential that you contact the Child
Development Center as listed for the most current information about specific
programs.
Before arrival in Dahlgren, you may call for information
regarding the placement of your child on the waiting list for
childcare. If you are interested in Child Home care (in home), you
may pick up the list of providers who have openings at the Child Development
Center.
The Child Development Program offers full-time
care. Children are grouped according to age: infants,
toddlers, twos, threes, fours and fives. The daily schedule is
divided into active and quiet playtime and is designed to support the child's
most important years of growth and learning. Children who stay at the
centers will have the opportunity to establish and maintain friendships and
become responsible for their actions through self-discipline. Art and music
activities, and units on number recognition, holidays, seasons, health, safety,
and family structure allow children to develop language, math, and social
skills.
Eligibility enrollment is open on a space available basis to
military in the infant, toddler and preschool rooms. Civilians are
eligible for enrollment on a space available basis in the preschool room.
Rates for childcare at the Child Development Center are based on total
family income. Those will be determined when you come into the center
to talk with the childcare specialists. Family Child Care is available through
the Child Development Center for infants 6 weeks to five years
old.
Children in the Child Home Care Provider program are
able to experience a warm, family environment in a provider's
home. Thus, they can build a trusting relationship with a provider
who will foster their curiosity and creativity, provide guidance, and give them
the hugs they need! The flexibility of rates and hours of operation
are tailored to the special needs of military families. All child
home care providers meet Navy childcare licensure
requirements.
Rates for home childcare are based on several
factors. One of those is the age of the child. The amount
you will pay will be determined when you arrange for the care.
Keep in mind
that this is a constantly changing program so call frequently to get the latest
information.
You can call the center and get a list of the childcare
providers available. However, keep in mind that the list of providers
changes frequently and you may not know which of the three housing areas you
will want to leave your child in. Those factors will be determined
after you arrive.
Please refer to "contacts/links" for more
information.