Providing a safe, dependable, affordable and nurturing childcare facility for Creede and surrounding communities.

The CELC is a non-profit, full-time child care center, licensed for ages 1 (walking) and up. We are open Monday-Thursday, 8am-5pm. Additionally, we are open on Fridays in June, July and August.

The Creede Early Learning Center also provides the Colorado Preschool Program for Mineral County.

Walk-in or short term day care is available but families are required to call before dropping in.