Childcare
Child Care
Child Development Center (CDC)
The Child Development Center at Rock Island Arsenal is certified by the Department of Defense (DOD) and accredited by the National Academy for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). There is currently a waiting list. Military who are in need of Child Care services are encouraged to contact the CYS office as soon as orders are obtained to be placed on the waiting list.
Eligibility
Active Duty Military, DOD Civilians and DOD Contractors are eligible to use the services.
Hours of Operation
The Center is open Monday through Friday, 6:15 am until 5:15 pm. and closed all Federal Holidays.
Programs Offered
The programs offered include full-day, part-day and hourly for children ages 6 weeks-5 years of age.
- Preschool Program -- Children who are 3 to 5 years old are placed in the Preschool Program which is located in Building 11, or the Barn. The preschool age classrooms provide many opportunities to develop and learn through a variety of experiences, activities, and materials.
- Infant/Toddler Program -- The infant and toddler program is located in Building 16. Children in this facility range in age from 6 weeks to 36 months and are placed in rooms according to age, development and space availability within the rooms.
Costs
Fees for programs are based on DOD Guidance and are on a sliding fee scale based on total family income.
Priority goes to military personnel by date of application for services.
Respite care is offered through EFMP or Army Family Covenant.
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