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How to find childcare with Colorado ShinesVideo


The PPRFCCA manages a referral tree for openings for children in the Colorado Springs area based on zip code. Call below

(719) 475-8828

Matching with a licensed provider can also happen quickly on this Facebook Group*

*NOT endorsed by PPRFCCA


How do you know you are in a licensed childcare home?

  • Providers display their license
  • They declare the home childcare’s occupancy
  • They can produce a current licensing inspection report

Licensing Records available via Colorado Shines

If care is happening in an unlicensed home or you are concerned about child abuse or neglect, call 1-800-799-5876.


Unlicensed care exists legally for up to 4 children and differs in the following ways


Licensed

Training

  • 15 hours yearly
  • Safe sleep, CPR/First Aid
  • Shaken baby precautions
  • Disaster preparedness
  • Mandatory Reporter

Ratios

  • Strict allowance based on type of license

Price

  • Rates vary with location, age, hours and needs

License Requirements

  • Correct zoning and business operation
  • Criminal background of those living in the home
  • Annual unannounced inspections
  • Monthly safety drills and Safe Sleep environments
  • and more

Non-licensed

Training

  • No mandated training

Ratios

  • 4 children, including anyone under age 18 in the household

Price

  • Often the same cost as licensed care

Licensing Requirements

  • None established

Learn more about resources for families on our Affiliates Page

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