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About the Program

Childcare Resources works to provide high-quality childcare at an affordable cost to working families in Indian River County, providing full-time care for more than 150 children between six weeks and five years of age. Care is provided at the Childcare Resources School and at privately-owned contracting centers. All centers are accredited through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

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In addition to childcare, Childcare Resources provides wellness services including mental health referrals and on-site therapies. Educational programming is provided for parents on a regular basis.

To qualify for the Childcare Resources program, all adults in the household must meet three requirements:

  1. Live in Indian River County

  2. Be employed or attending school full-time

    1. Work full-time (at least 30 hours per week)

    2. Attend school full-time (12 credit hours or more)

    3. Or a combination of work and school that adds up to a full time position.

  3. Meet the income eligibility requirements below:

Number in Household

Household Income

2

$29,580

-

$41,412

3

$37,290

-

$52,206

4

$45,000

-

$63,000

5

$52,710

-

$73,794

6

$60,420

-

$84,588

Meet all three requirements? Complete the preliminary application!

  • What are the school's hours?
    The Childcare Resources School is open Monday through Friday, from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.
  • What is the school's license number?
    The Childcare Resources School's license number is #C19IR0002
  • What qualifications do teachers need?
    In addition to background screening, all of our teachers are required to obtain an FCCPC or CDA staff credential within one year of being hired.
  • Does the school have classroom volunteers?
    Yes! Childcare Resources has a dedicated group of volunteers that are a valuable part of our school family. Our volunteers do everything from playground cleanup to serving lunch to providing one-on-one attention in classrooms. Childcare Resources policy is that a staff member is always present when a volunteer is working with a child. All volunteers are screened in the same manner as school staff.
  • Is there a parent handbook?
    Yes, you can view the parent handbook here.
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