Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, #1 Child Enrichment Center participates in Colorado's Universal Preschool (UPK) program, which means eligible Greeley families can access funded preschool hours at our center. This makes quality early childhood education more affordable and removes one of the biggest barriers families face when choosing a preschool program.

#1 Child Enrichment Center serves children in Greeley from infant age through school-age, with preschool programming designed for children in the years leading up to kindergarten. Our age-appropriate curriculum is built to meet each developmental stage, so families can enroll early and stay with a program they trust as their child grows.

#1 Child Enrichment Center offers flexible scheduling so Greeley families can choose the option that fits their household. Whether you need a part-day program or full-day care, we have structured options that keep your child learning and engaged throughout the time they are with us.

#1 Child Enrichment Center provides a Nutritional Food Program that supplies children with balanced meals and snacks during their time at our Greeley facility. Proper nutrition supports focus and development, so building it into the school day means families have one less thing to worry about and children are fueled to learn.

#1 Child Enrichment Center offers Before and After School Care in Greeley to bridge the gap between school hours and the workday. Children are supervised in a safe, enriching environment before school starts and after dismissal, giving working families a reliable, consistent care option tied to a program their child already knows.

#1 Child Enrichment Center combines structured early childhood curriculum with a nurturing environment, UPK participation, flexible scheduling, and an on-site Nutritional Food Program — all under one roof in Greeley. That combination of academic foundation, whole-child support, and family-friendly logistics is what sets our program apart for families looking for the best preschool option in the area.

You can enroll your child in UPK at #1 Child Enrichment Center directly through the statewide UPK Colorado application at upk.colorado.gov, where you select a participating private provider instead of a public school. Once approved, you designate #1 Child Enrichment Center as your preferred site, and the state funds flow to the center on your child's behalf.

Yes, UPK hours can be combined with before and after care at #1 Child Enrichment Center so your child is covered for a full workday. The free UPK hours apply to the core preschool session, and separately purchased before and after care fills in the hours outside that window, giving working families a seamless full-day option at one location.

You can verify #1 Child Enrichment Center's license status and quality rating by visiting coloradoshines.com and searching the provider directory by name or location in Greeley. Colorado Shines is the state's official early childhood quality rating system, and the listing shows licensing information, quality level, and inspection history so families can compare providers with confidence.