Child Development Centers (CDCs) provide full- and part-day early care and education (ECE) services for children ages 6 weeks through preschool (or until the child enters kindergarten) in a center-based learning environment.

All centers are accredited or pursuing accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The Center also holds Department of Defense certification and participates in the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program for breakfasts, lunches and afternoon snacks.

CDC professionals use The Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies to provide developmentally appropriate activities that nurture children socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually to reach child development milestones and school readiness skills.
 

Eligibility

CDC facilities are open to children of active-duty service members, active reservists, Department of Defense employees and DoD contractors. The sponsor must provide proof of eligibility and employment.
 

APPLY FOR CHILD CARE

Military families seeking child care within Naval District Washington can make a request online at MilitaryChildCare.com. MilitaryChildCare.com is a DoD, centralized website which allows families to search for and request care, manage their requests, and update their profile online, making it easier to find child care. Simply create an account online at MilitaryChildCare.com. Then search the system for the child care options that best fit your needs and submit your request(s). The program will contact you when space becomes available.

To get started, visit MilitaryChildCare.com. For questions/support, call 855-696-2934.  

HOURLY CARE

Make payments, hourly care reservations and so much more online through CYP Online Services! Hourly care is available on a first-come, first-served basis for children 6 weeks to 12 years old. The cost is $8 per hour with a 2-hour minimum. New patrons must complete a registration packet before using the online system. Download a registration packet here or pick one up at your local center.  

Child Development Homes provide home-based care for children 6 weeks to 12 years old. Providers offer developmentally appropriate programs that promote the overall social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth and development of the children in the homes while building school readiness skills. Military and Department of Defense spouses are trained to provide the same high standards of care in their homes as the Child Development Centers. Homes are monitored and inspected monthly to ensure they meet the Navy's child care standards. CDHs hold Department of Defense certification and participate int he USDA's Child and Adult Care Food Program.

CDH providers offer a variety of care and services. Many CDH providers offer care for multi-age groups. However, providers cater to specific age groups only such as infants. CDH care options may include full- or part-time care for days, nights and weekends; hourly care on a space-available basis; emergency care; respite care;  extended hours; and special needs care.

Hourly Care
Hourly care is available on a first-come, first-served basis for children 6 weeks to 12 years old for intermittent, short-term child care. The cost is $8 per hour with a 2-hour minimum. Reservations and payment for care can be made online at https://myffr.navyaims.com/ndwcyms.html. New patrons must complete a registration packet, which can be picked up at the center, before using the online system.

The School Liaison works to connect commanders, educators and parents. They serve as the subject matter experts for K-12 education issues. The primary function is to provide transition support to DoD-eligible families with school-age children to ensure smooth transitions between schools and positive educational experiences. The School Liaison can provide numerous resources to assist families, educators and commands in their efforts to create positive and supportive educational environments for military children. Click here to download the Navy School Liaison Directory.

Click here to Download the School Liason Newsletter

 

Navy School Liaison Officers Provide Seven Core Services to Assist Families:

1. School Transition Services (PCS Cycle): School Liaison assists families with school transfers and help “level the playing field” for military children and youth.
    
2. Deployment Support: School Liaison connects educators with the Navy deployment support system to inform them about the cycles of deployment and the tools available to assist educators in working with Navy children.
    
3. Command, School, Community Communications: School Liaison serves as subject-matter experts for installation commanders on K-12 issues, helping to connect command, school and community resources.
    
4. Home School Linkage and Support: School Liaison assists Navy families by gathering and sharing information on home schooling issues, policies and legislation from local school districts, and help leverage Navy Child and Youth Programs resources to support these families.
    
5. Partnerships in Education (PIE): PIE creates a volunteer network of resources to support installation and community members who have a vested interest in the success of all youth. The role of the School Liaison in the PIE program is to serve as a conduit between Navy commands, schools, and CYP to establish relationships among the individuals and organizations involved in PIE initiatives such as “Adopt-A-School,” Career Day speakers, “Saturday Scholars,” and job Shadowing.
    
6. Post-Secondary Preparations: School Liaison leverages installation and school resources to provide graduating military connected students with access to post-secondary information and opportunities.
    
7. Special Needs System Navigation: School Liaison provides information about installation and community programs and services, make referrals to the Exceptional Family Member Program, and offer assistance in navigating the administrative systems within local education agencies. 
    

Summer Camp Registration:

Please register on MilitaryChildCare.com.

Summer camp starts May 27 and ends August 15. Offers will start by April 1. Orientation options will be on May 1 or May 8 with times TBD.  Offers for care are for each week and may not be consecutive.

School-Age Care program provides before- and after-school activities and day camps for children in Kindergarten to 12 years of age. The program is designed to enhance, rather than duplicate, the school day by providing nutritional snacks, arts, crafts, computer access, stimulating learning experiences and fun recreational activities. It is affiliated with the Boys and Girls Club of America and offers 4-H programs. The program is nationally accredited by the Council on Accreditation.

Holiday & Summer Camps
Camps are full-day programs and are offered when schools are not in session.

Eligibility
The SAC program is available to children of active-duty service members, active reservists, Department of Defense employees and DoD contractors. The sponsor must provide proof of eligibility and employment.

Teen Programs are recreational programs that provide quality “out-of-school” activities for pre-teens and teens. The programs provide important social/emotional growth opportunities that focus on character development, leadership skills, communication and self-esteem.

The mission of the Navy's Youth Sponsorship program is to alleviate educational disruptions by empowering all youngsters through a stream of continuous support. The program provides stability, academic learning, a connection between school and peers, and support to produce competent citizens. It identifies and reaches out to incoming/outgoing youth to help them adjust to their new surroundings.

Eligibility
The Youth Sponsorship program is available to children of active-duty service members, active reservists, Department of Defense employees and DoD contractors. The sponsor must provide proof of eligibility and employment.

YOUTH SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

For our elementary, preteen, and teen community, the Youth Sponsorship Program adds in an element of social support. We strive to make contact with youth before they move, so when they arrive, we can immediately connect them with peers who are already participating in the installation, school, or community programs. Connect through your School Liaison Officer for School-Based Programs and your Youth Program for installation programs. CLICK HERE to request a Youth Sponsor.

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Teen Program Registration
Complete each of the forms below and return to the Youth Center for processing.

• Registration Form
• Permission Statements Form
• Health Information Form
• Internet & Screen Based Media Agreement
• Text Messaging Consent Form
• Code of Conduct