Licensed Center Licensed All Ages 25 children

The Nature Connection (hotchkiss)

397 Miners Way, Hotchkiss, CO 81419

25
Capacity
1:5
State infant ratio
$1,430/mo
Colorado avg infant
License in good standing

License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.

About The Nature Connection (hotchkiss)

The Nature Connection (hotchkiss) is a licensed center located in Hotchkiss, Colorado (81419). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration. Licensed capacity is 25 children.

Cost & subsidies in Colorado

Statewide averages: $1,430/month infant, $1,080/month preschool. Most Colorado families qualify for assistance through Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) (intake: (303) 866-5957).

Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.

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Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to The Nature Connection (hotchkiss) and any other licensed provider:

  • Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
  • Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
  • Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
  • Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
  • Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
  • Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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Frequently asked questions about The Nature Connection (hotchkiss)

Is The Nature Connection (hotchkiss) licensed?
Yes — The Nature Connection (hotchkiss) holds a current Colorado child-care license in our records (status: Licensed), sourced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration. Always confirm current status before enrolling.
How much does The Nature Connection (hotchkiss) cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, Colorado averages about $1430/month for infants and $1080/month for preschool. Contact The Nature Connection (hotchkiss) for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can The Nature Connection (hotchkiss) enroll?
The Nature Connection (hotchkiss) has a licensed capacity of 25 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

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