Before/After School School Age (5+) 28 children

Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141

3373 Maple Dr, Lowry Afb, CO 80230

28
Capacity
3 years - 5 years
Age range
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 Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141

Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141 is a before/after school located in Lowry Afb, Colorado (80230). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration. Licensed capacity is 28 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 Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141 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 Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141

Is Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141 licensed?
Yes — Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141 holds a current Colorado child-care license in our records (status: Active), sourced from Colorado Department of Early Childhood — Licensing & Administration. Always confirm current status before enrolling.
What ages does Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141 accept?
Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141 serves 3 years - 5 years. Confirm current openings for your child's age group by contacting the center directly — infant spots in particular fill fastest.
How much does Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141 cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, Colorado averages about $1430/month for infants and $1080/month for preschool. Contact Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141 for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141 enroll?
Fort Collins Smart Start Academy #141 has a licensed capacity of 28 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

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