Child Care Assistance (CCA) Program

North Star Child Care Center is committed to providing accessible and affordable care for working families. We proudly accept the Iowa Child Care Assistance (CCA) program for families who qualify.

Please note that we are currently in the process of enrollment with the Iowa Child Care Assistance (CCA) program. We intend to participate fully and will notify all enrolled families once our application has been officially approved. CCA Eligibility and Attendance

Children whose tuition is paid in part or in full by CCA are eligible for attendance at North Star once we receive confirmation of their eligibility.

CCA Approval Status

1 CCA Unit Per Day – Up to five hours of care daily

2 CCA Units Per Day – Up to ten hours of care daily

Deposit And Fee Information

• Deposit Waiver: Families who are approved for at least 1 CCA unit will have their initial enrollment deposit waived.
• Family Fees: The CCA program may require some families to pay a copayment, often referred to as “family fees.”
  • Family fees are treated the same as tuition.
  • Fees for the previous two two-week billing periods will be due on the first of each month.
  • These fees are payable via Brightwheel using direct debit or other accepted payment methods.
  • Family fees will be waived for North Star Child Care Center staff
• Reapplication: Families are required to reapply for CCA yearly. If CCA eligibility lapses, North Star will no longer be able to provide care unless ongoing private pay arrangements can be made.

How To Apply

To apply for the Child Care Assistance program or to determine if your family is eligible, please visit the State of Iowa’s official website: Apply for Child Care Assistance.

At North Star Child Care Center, we make enrolling your child simple and convenient with our online process through Brightwheel. Families can easily complete registration forms, submit documents, and manage enrollment details all in one secure platform.

Enrolling online saves time, keeps everything organized, and gives you peace of mind knowing your child’s journey with North Star Child Care Center begins smoothly.

Reach out to our team to set up a personalized visit to our facility.

Explore our classrooms, meet our dedicated teachers, and experience our nurturing learning environment firsthand.

Complete the Admissions Packet and all required forms through the Brightwheel website. Enrollment is first-come, first-served, and depends on space availability. If there are no openings, your child can be added to a waiting list.

Secure your child's placement by submitting the $50 application fee and the $500 non-refundable enrollment deposit.

Finalize your tuition agreement and coordinate with our staff to officially welcome your child on their first day.

If you have any questions or concerns, the primary mode of communication with North Star Child Care Center is through Brightwheel messaging. You can also reach out directly to the leadership team via email or phone.

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