Are you interested in starting your own child care program? We’re here to support you!
For a free consultation and coaching through the process, please contact C-RECC at . We look forward to helping guide you through this exciting journey.
Click here to schedule a free consultation!
How to Get Started:
- Learn about types of child care you could provide (see below)
- Explore funding sources and locations with C-RECC
- Consult with C-RECC about earning your license!
Types of Care
Options for licensed child care programs include child care centers, in-home daycare / family child care programs, and outdoor nature-based programs. Please visit the DCYF website (click here) to learn more about offering licensed child care.
School age programs do not require a license if they serve children for 4 hours or less per day. Please visit the DCYF website (click here) to learn more about offering school age care.
Friend, Family and Neighbor care (FFN) can be a wonderful way to offer care to children who are close to you and support your community. Please visit the DCYF website (click here) to learn more about offering FFN care.
Other Helpful Resources
General Business Start-up Links
- Opening a Child Care Program (Child Care Aware)
- Starting and Operating a Child Care Business (Child Care Capacity Building Center)
- Legal and Insurance Considerations (Child Care Aware)
- Opening a Business (WA State Department of Revenue)
- Child Care Budget Worksheet (Child Care Aware)
- Cost Analysis spreadsheet (First Children’s Finance)
- Recruiting and Hiring Child Care Staff (Child Care Aware)
Funding Opportunities – See our funding page! (click here)
Department of Youth, Children and Families (DCYF) Website: www.dcyf.wa.gov
