Child Care Center
The FLCC Child Care Center offers students an on-campus, state-licensed, NAEYC-accredited child care program. A typical day includes educational and developmentally structured activities for children 18 months through preschool. This service is available Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. twelve months of the year. A variable fee scale and schedule of options are available.
The Child Care Center provides:
- Convenient full- or half-day scheduling options
- Financial assistance (if qualified and when available)
- Education for your child and interaction with others in the same age group
- Drop-in day rates (by pre-arrangement)
- Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack
Child Care Center Rates
| Half Day 1-5 Hours |
Full Day | ||
| Toddlers & Twos | Students | $21 | $28 |
| FLCC Staff & Alumni | $23 | $31 | |
| Community | $32 | $40 | |
| 3's, 4's, & 5's | Students | $20 | $26 |
| FLCC Staff & Alumni | $21 | $29 | |
| Community | $31 | $38 | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is NAEYC accreditation?
A: NAEYC is the National Association for the Education of Young Children. NAEYC is the largest and most recognized national accreditation system for all types of early childhood schools and childcare centers.
Q: What is the daily routine like?
A: Children are encouraged to get involved in many learning activities as well as play time. Naps are given after lunch. Parents are encouraged to get involved as well, and parent-teacher conferences are scheduled on a regular basis.
Q: How do I register?
A: A non-refundable fee of $15.00 per family for students and $25.00 per family for non-students is required when registering. Registration forms and information are available at the Child Care Center. Children must be re-registered for each semester. Priority is given to FLCC students before room is made available to others. All necessary forms must be completed.
Q: When is payment expected?
A: Payment is expected on a weekly basis. Parents are to pay for the full plan in which their child is registered; sick days and absences will be charged and must be paid. If you are a student, some financial aid may help pay for childcare fees; check with the FLCC Financial Aid Office. Note: The Child Care Center operates on the FLCC academic calendar; therefore, students will be charged for days missed when school is in session.
Q: What if I need to withdraw my child?
A: Withdrawal requires two weeks notice in writing. The prepayment fee in not refundable.
Q: Who can pick-up my child from the center?
A: No child may leave with any adult other than his/her guardian without written permission. Late pick-ups will incur a charge of $10.00 for every 15 minutes late after closing (5:30pm).