Child Development Centers (CDC)
cdc@vicenzamwr.com
Located in Bldg. 703 Villaggio (next to the Elementary School) (+39) 0444-71-5700, DSN 314-634-5700
ICE Comment Form for 703
AND Bldg. 398, next to the Arena (+39) 0444-71-5008, DSN 314-634-5008
ICE Comment Form for 398

Part-Day and Part-Time Preschool (5 Day)

Program Location: CDC, Bldg #398 and Villaggio Bldg #703
Eligibility: Children ages 3-5 years
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 8:30-11:30 a.m. or 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Lunch: All part time programs have the option of running Part-Day from 8:30-11:30 a.m. with no lunch served, or Part-Time from 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. with lunch served. Fees vary based on the program option chosen by parents.
Cost: Based on IMCOM-Europe (Installation Management Command, Europe) fee policy for part-day and part-time care and income category.
Enrollment: Ongoing at Child, Youth and School Services (CYSS) Parent Central Services office (634-7206).

Part-Day and Part-Time Toddler (5-Day)

Program Location: CDC, Bldg #398
Age Group: Children ages 18 mos-3 years
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 8:30-11:30 a.m. or 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Lunch: All part time programs have the option of running Part-Day from 8:30-11:30 a.m. with no lunch served, or Part-Time from 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. with lunch served. Fees vary based on the program option chosen by parents.
Cost: Based on IMCOM-Europe fee policy for part-day and part-time care and income category.
Enrollment Opens: 1 September at CYSS Parent Central Services office (634-7206).

Strong Beginnings Part-Day or Part-Time Pre-K Program (5-Day)

Program Location: CDC, Bldg #398
Eligibility: Children who are four years old and eligible to enter Department of Defense District Schools (DoDDS) Kindergarten in the 2011-2012 school year (must be at least 5 years old by first day of DoDDS school year 2011-2012).
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 8:30-11:30 a.m. or 8:30 a.m. -1:30 pm (parents can select the regular Strong Beginnings program as a part-day program from 8:30-11:30 a.m. or Strong Begginnings with an additional two hours of care as a part-time program from 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.)
Lunch: All part time programs have the option of running Part-Day from 8:30-11:30 a.m. with no lunch served, or Part-Time from 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. with lunch served. Fees vary based on the program option chosen by parents
Cost: Based on IMCOM-Europe fee policy and income category.
Enrollment Opens: Thursday, August 23, 2010
Where: CYSS Parent Central Services, Davis Soldier and Family Readiness Center (634-7206)
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

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The Vicenza Child Development Centers provide quality full-time/part-time and hourly childcare for children 6 weeks through 5 years of age. Additionally, small ratio groups are available for addressing the individualized needs of each child. The CDC's specialized and trained staff have a strong educational foundation for early childhood practices and theories. They insure all children receive the proper nurturing, respect and social interaction skills regardless of family background, race, gender or culture. It gives children the opportunity to make friends, to explore and to experiment through a variety of play activities.

CDC Bldg. 398 is accredited through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).  The Villaggio CDC Bldg. 703 began operations in September 2010 and is not eligible to seek accreditation until after at least one year of operations.  Accreditation is a nationally recognized credential for a developmental appropriate early childhood program. This credential recognizes programs that provide high quality care and education for young children. The purpose of becoming accredited is to continue to learn and improve the quality of our programs for young children.

Hourly Care

To reserve an hourly slot, call CDC 398 at 634-5008 or 634-5009 and give your child’s name, age, date and time needed. Reservations will be taken no more than 2 weeks in advance. Walk-ins are taken on a space available basis. Reserved childcare is limited to 24 hours per week per child or 3 days, whichever comes first. Fees are $4 per hour with a 2 hours minimum per reservation. Army Family Covenant discounts are provided to families who are eligible.  Hourly care is available from 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.  All children must be registered at CYSS Parent Central Services to take advantage of any CYSS Program.

Part-Day/Part-Time Preschool & Strong Beginnings Part-Time Pre-K

The program is open for all children that meet the criteria for enrollment. The criteria includes: Military, DOD civilian or contractor. The Preschool program provides hands-on learning experience appropriate for children ages 3-5. The Strong Beginnings Pre-K program offers Kindergarten readiness for children who are 4 years of age and eligible to enter the DoDDS Kindergarten the following School Year. All children must be registered at CYS Services Parent Central Services to take advantage of any CYSS Program.

Links:
USAG Vicenza SLO
U.S. Army MWR

Downloads:
Vicenza CYSS Parent Handbook (.pdf, 861 KB)

Vicenza CYSS Employee Handbook