Eagle Valley Child Care Association

In 2024, vail child care center completed the colorado shines quality rating, earning high marks that reflect a strong commitment to quality. Seasonal and year-round staff, including returning college-level educators, contributed to classroom success by utilizing up-to-date instructional strategies. We strengthened support systems for families and staff, fostering a resilient and connected culture within the center. Vccc served over 60 children, ages 8 weeks to 5 years, in a nurturing, professionally led environment.

In 2024, evcca completed renovations of the future minturn family enrichment center, transforming a previously closed facility into a licensed, high-quality infant and toddler care center. The center will serve 32 children, aged 8 weeks to 3 years, and will feature a nature-based curriculum supported by a new early childhood naturalist position. Licensing and staffing were in progress at year-end, with enrollment set to begin in early 2025. Mfec represents a critical expansion of care in a community with limited access to early childhood programs.