Otter Creek Child Center

Addison County

Champlain Valley Head Start is in collaboration with Otter Creek Child Center (OCCC). OCCC is a welcoming community for children from infancy through 3 years old. Otter Creek provides a safe, nurturing environment where children explore, wonder, learn, and grow.

Addison County

Program Details

Children’s interests and wonders are explored as they make connections to the world around them through exploration of the natural world and local community.

Ages: 0-3 years
When: Full Year
Hours: Mon. – Fri., 7:30am – 5:30pm
Program Type: Classroom-Based
Families Residing In: Any town in Addison County

Program Options

OCCC Toddler

Ages: 0-3 years
When: Full Year
Hours: Mon. – Fri., 7:30am – 5:30pm

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I submit an application for enrollment?

If applying for next school year (starting in September), then it’s best to submit applications as early in the calendar year as possible. We also accept applications throughout the year and fill spots as vacancies arise.

Do you have a waitlist?

Yes, CVHS maintains a waitlist throughout the year. Families may choose to have their child on the waitlist for more than one CVHS site/program. We will contact you if we have a possible opening for your child.

How much does it cost for my child and family to enroll and participate in CVHS?

All services provided by CVHS are free. CVHS does ask all families to apply for additional funding for which they may be eligible, including state pre-k funds (also known as Act 166 funding) and Child Care Financial Assistance (CCFAP). Families who are not eligible for these funds may still enroll at no cost. Some services provided by collaborative partner child care centers do have a fee. These fees are not part of CVHS, and are paid directly to the partner childcare centers for non-CVHS services. Families often receive Child Care Financial Assistance (also known as “subsidy”) to help pay these fees.
Click Here for more information about Child Care Financial Assistance/VT Department of Children & Families. Assistance is available for filling out the application for financial assistance/subsidy.