Child & Youth Programs
Inspiring curiosity and creativity every step of the way!
Hours of Operation
Child Development Centers
Monday-Friday: 6:15 AM – 5:45 PM
Saturdays, Sundays & Federal Holidays: Closed
Youth Programs
Monday – Friday: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Weekends & Federal Holidays: Closed
Family Child Care
Mon-Friday 07:30 – 11:30 AM
Offsite: 1:30 -4:30 PM
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Address Information
A-Basin CDC
Bldg. 351
Crested Butte CDC
Bldg. 725
Youth Programs
Bldg. 350
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Contact Information
A-Basin CDC
Director, Tashara Claudio
Phone: 720.847.7215
DSN: 847-7215
Crested Butte CDC
Director, Cheryl Mee
Phone: 720.847.6174
DSN: 847-6174
Youth Programs
Director, Shondrlea Braggs-Jones
Phone: 720.847.9992
DSN: 847-9992
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Military Child Care
Streamline Your Care
Families at Buckley AFB now have access to a new Department of Defense (DoD) website that simplifies and improves the child care request for care process. MilitaryChildCare.com provides a single online gateway for families to access military-operated or military-subsidized child care options worldwide across all Services. The site enables families to create a household profile, conduct child care searches, submit requests for care, and manage their requests at any time and from any location.
Child Development Centers
There For You
Our practices are based on current knowledge of early childhood development and education. We support the development of the whole child. *Our programs acknowledge children learn through active, hands-on involvement with their environment, peers, and caring adults. We respect each child’s unique interests, experiences, abilities and needs. Children are valued as individuals, as well as part of a group.
Our program respects and supports the ideals, cultures, and values of families. We advocate for children, families, and the early childhood profession. Full-time care is provided for children six weeks old to five years old Monday – Friday 6:15 AM – 5:45 PM.
CDC Services
"Drop-In" Child Care by the Hour
Cost is $8 per hour
Buckley’s Child Development Center offers hourly slots for child care, available 6:15 AM – 5:45 PM for children 6 weeks to 5 years on a space available, “first come, first served” basis. This is a convenient child care option for parents who just need a few hours to make an appointment or tend to other tasks.
Please call 720.847.7215 or 720.847.6174 for additional information or for reservations.
Parents Night Out
Cost is $8 per hour
Buckley’s Child Development Center offers a special time for parents to enjoy a “Parents’ Night Out” one day every month. This popular child care program provides a break for parents while children are safely supervised in a fun and exciting environment. Families with children ages 6 weeks to 12 years may sign up on a space-available basis for $4/child per hour.
Give Parents a Break
The Give Parents A Break (GPAB) program is funded by the Air Force Aid Society and is designed to provide relief for active duty Air Force parents who are experiencing stress in their lives.
This could be related to the military member being deployed or TDY, an emergency situation such illness of a family member, the family recently moving to the base, unique circumstances or hardships or having difficulties just being a parent.
A referral certificate is required for participation in the program. Agencies who can refer families to the GPAB program include the Squadron Commander or First Sergeant, doctor or other medical professional, Family Support personnel, Life Skills personnel or a chaplain.
Family Child Care
Would you like to open your own business?
Do you like working with children?
Become a Family Child Care Provider.
The Buckley Family Child Care Program is currently recruiting child care providers to provide care for children with special needs and the Expanded Child Care Program which includes UTA/drill weekends. These individuals are given priority in licensing.
If you are interested in becoming a licensed Family Child Care provider, please contact the Family Child Care Coordinator at 720.847.9225/7215.
Youth Programs
Our Mission
“To provide secure, safe custody, promoting the health and well being of eligible children and youth, and to create an environment that fosters social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.” The dedication and commitment in the leaders of this facility is unwavering. Program areas will encompass character & leadership, the arts, health & life skills, sports, fitness & recreation and education & career development. Our plethora of programming includes, Boys and Girls Club activities, 4H activities as well as special events and contract classes.
Current and new members must complete their registration packet and submit a copy of a current immunization record with all up to date shots.
The Funnest Place On Buckley
Monday – Friday 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Open Recreation, STEM, and Art activities every week.
Youth are eligible ages 9-18.
Fees:
Daily fee $2.00 (per child)
6 Months: $40 (per child)
1 Year: $80 (per child)
Vaccinations: All youth 9-18 yrs. will need to provide their immunization record.
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