​​Simplified Enrollment & Tuition Management

 

Through a formal contractual agreement, U-LAUNCH: Childhood Development Homes manages enrollment, billing, and tuition collection on behalf of our approved Childcare Educator Operators (CEOs). This centralized system ensures:

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• Consistent and transparent tuition processes for families

• Secure, timely payments for providers

• Less administrative stress—so educators can focus on what matters most: your child’s development

 

Our team works closely with families to guide them through enrollment, eligibility, and subsidy coordination—making childcare access easier, safer, and more dependable.

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👩‍🏫 Our Childcare Educator Operators (CEO)

Every Childcare Educator Operator completes a rigorous approval process under our Licensed Family Day System, including background checks, home inspections, and ongoing professional development.

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• Homes may be approved to serve up to nine children, in accordance with Virginia standards

• CEOs complete a minimum of 24 hours of annual training in early childhood topics

• Many CEOs enroll in U-LAUNCH: CEO Academy to earn the U-LAUNCH: Virginia Childhood Development Credential, aligned with 8VAC20-780-190 Program Director Qualifications and national best practices

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We take great pride in the expertise, compassion, and professionalism of our CEOs—dedicated educators committed to nurturing every child’s growth, curiosity, and confidence.

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🎓 For Parents Who Want to Grow With Us

We also welcome parents who feel inspired to begin their own childcare journey.

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Through U-LAUNCH: CEO Academy, parents may enroll to earn the Virginia Childhood Development Credential and prepare to open an approved Childhood Development Home of their own.

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Because at U-LAUNCH, every home has potential—and every parent has the power to lead.

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💜 Together, We’re Building the Future—One Home at a Time

 

We believe in access, equity, and excellence in early education. Whether you’re searching for childcare or exploring the path to becoming a Childcare Educator Operator, U-LAUNCH: Childhood Development Homes is here to support your journey every step of the way.

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👉 Find a Childhood Development Home
👉 Join Our Childhood Development Homes Association
👉 Learn About U-LAUNCH: CEO Academy

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💼 U-LAUNCH: Childhood Development Homes Authority

 

Strong families and well-trained Childcare Educator Operators build stronger communities. U-LAUNCH: Childhood Development Homes Authority (CDHA) offers ongoing professional development opportunities for our approved childhood development homes and welcomes enrolled families to participate in select childcare-related classes and community sessions.

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These offerings are designed to:

• Keep providers current with state standards and early childhood best practices

• Strengthen home-to-family learning connections

• Empower parents with knowledge about child development and early learning

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Parent Forms

1. ​Registration Application

2.  Liability Declaration 

3. Universal Child's Record

4. Topical Skin Product Form

5. Medication Authorization Form

6. CDH Rating and Recommendation Form

7. Change of Schedule Form

8. Health Consent Form​

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🖥️ Event Access & Details

All professional development events are held virtually, unless otherwise announced.

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Please note:

• Childcare is not available at our offices

• Children should not attend in-person or virtual sessions

• Events may be rescheduled or canceled due to inclement weather or low registration

 

Follow us on our Social Media Platforms for updates, upcoming classes, and childcare-related news.

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🌟 Flexible Programs Tailored to Families

 

Every Childhood Development Home in our network reflects the strengths and vision of the educator who leads it.

 

Childcare Educator Operators may choose:

• Operating hours

• Virginia-approved curriculum (STREAMin3 is U-LAUNCH: CDH Approved Curriculum)

• Service rates

• Program Offerings from the list below:

  • CACFP Child Care Food Program​ - The CDHA requires childhood development home associates to participate in the USDA Child Care Food Program for children. The United States Department of Agriculture funds the USDA Child Care Food Program which follows nutrition guidelines similar to the National School Lunch Program.

  • Flex Care Program - The Flex Care Program offers high-quality childcare services on an hourly basis during non-traditional hours to include nights and weekends. Families are required to prepay for the number of hours needed before using this service. 

  • ​Play Date Punch Pass - The Play Date Punch Pass offers the convenience of quality care based on your family’s needs and schedule. Once you purchase this pass it is good for ten scheduled visits for two and a half hours. This is a great option for families that need occasional drop-in days.

  • ​Tutoring - For many families, the obligations related to tutoring are simply too burdensome. Some parents don’t have the confidence in their own abilities to tutor their children. Others cannot devote themselves to homework help let alone if their child simply needs additional help. This model is designed to help SAC children with homework and utilize their school's additional resources to provide wraparound help in the comfort of our childhood development home small group environment.

  • ​Seasonal Themed Camps - The CDH themed seasonal camps (Winter, Spring & Summer camps) are packed with excitement, discovery, and adventure. At camp, your child will explore themes through hands-on projects, daily activities, and field trips – plus a culminating special event for the whole family!

  • ​6 to 6 Program - The 6 to 6 program is for families with children that need care to cover the hours of a typical workday. These hours give some parents time in the morning to drop their child off early at their CDH and pick them up after work with allotted traffic time. Our childhood development homes focus on safety, health, social growth, and academic enrichment in a nurturing environment. Children have options to explore and develop their interests and talents as well as get homework help if they need.

  • ​School Aged Care (SAC) - SAC is designed for school aged children that need before and after care, before care only, after care only and provides flexible care options when the child's school is out. This service helps parents to drop off their child to a CDH that provides transportation to and from the child's school or will get the child on and off their school bus. SAC Children will be provided a meal or snack depending on their Parents Personal Guarantee & Fee Schedule agreement.

  • Home Start - Home Start provides children with a foundation of Kindergarten Readiness and early childhood development. Home Start is an affordable fee option for parents that would like to enroll their child Monday thru Friday from 9am - 3pm.

  • ​Part-Time - Part-Time provides children with a foundation of Kindergarten Readiness and early childhood development. Home Start is an affordable fee option for parents that would like to enroll their child part-time on chosen scheduled weekdays for the CDH full day hours.

  • ​Part-Day Care - Part-Day provides children with a foundation of Kindergarten Readiness and early childhood development. Part-Day is an affordable fee option for parents that would like to enroll their Monday thru Friday from 8am - 12pm which is our AM Part-Day option or Monday thru Friday from 2pm - 6pm our PM Part-Day option.

  • ​Hourly Care - Hourly Care is a prepaid service that must be paid and approved 24-hours before care is rendered. Annual Registration fees are also applied.

  • Home School Virtual Learning Support Program - U-LAUNCH: Childhood Development Homes now offers a Home-Based Virtual Learning Support option for families who choose to educate their child through Virginia Virtual Academy (VAVA) — a tuition-free, full-time online public school serving K–12 students across Virginia.

 

Behind the scenes, CDHA supports each home through shared services, including:

• Enrollment management

• Tuition billing and collection

• Recordkeeping and compliance coordination

 

This shared-service model allows providers to focus on teaching and nurturing children, while families benefit from flexible, high-quality care that fits their needs.

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