Infant Child Care in Castle Rock — Trusted, Nurturing Care for Babies

Learn More About Our Infant Child Care Program

Looking for trusted infant child care in Castle Rock? Come see how STEM Child Care provides a warm, nurturing infant daycare program for babies ages 6 weeks to 18 months. Our experienced and certified teachers focus on safe routines, responsive care, early development, tummy time, sensory exploration, and meaningful connections that help infants grow and thrive.

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Infant Child Care Program Overview

Infants Age Range: 6 weeks – 18 months

A warm, responsive environment focused on safety, bonding, and early sensory discovery.
 
Ratio: 1:5 | Group Size: 10
 
Meals: Table food, snacks and milk included; Parents provide breastmilk, formula, and purees.
 
Curriculum Focus Areas: Our infant nursery focuses on secure attachments, sensory exploration, and motor development. Through consistent routines and nurturing care, babies build trust, discover the world around them, and develop early communication skills.
 
Milestones & Skills Developed: Secure attachment, head control, tummy time strength, babbling, early speech sounds, toy grasping and manipulation, rolling, sitting, crawling, walking and responsive social smiling.

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Pricing

Infant Program Pricing

Tuition rates include our educational STEM curriculum, engaging daily activities, nutritious breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks.

Pricing
Weekly
Monthly

5 days / week

$605

$2475

3 days / week

$525

$2150

2 days / week

$460

$1875

How We Support Infant Development

Secure Relationships: Responsive, nurturing care that builds trust and emotional safety.
 
Sensory Exploration: Tactile, auditory, and visual experiences to stimulate brain development.

Motor Development: Support for tummy time, rolling, crawling, and grasping.

Language Exposure: Constant verbal interaction to lay the foundation for communication and literacy.

Routines & Predictability: Consistent feeding, sleeping, and diapering routines to establish comfort and trust.

Why It Matters: These experiences build the foundation for lifelong learning by promoting brain development and emotional security.

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Schedule

Infant Nursery Daily Schedule

Our infant schedule is designed to be flexible, adapting to each baby’s unique feeding, sleeping, and developmental needs throughout the day.

6:30 AM – 8:30 AM

Drop-Off & Soothing Transitions

Warm greetings, cuddles, and one-on-one time with caregivers. Diaper checks, first bottles, and soft music to ease into the day.

8:30 AM – 9:30 AM

STEM-Inspired Sensory Exploration

Tummy time with mirrors, textured mats, and sensory bins. Fine motor play with rattles, shakers, and grasping toys.

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

Morning Naps & Feeding Routines

Crib naps based on each infant’s personal schedule. Bottles or meals as needed, with soothing music and cuddles.

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Outdoor Exploration (Weather Permitting)

Stroller rides or tummy time on outdoor mats. Bubble play, soft balls, or blanket time under shaded areas.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Lunch Feeding & Diapering

Bottles or solid meals (as appropriate). Diaper changes and gentle songs or fingerplays and sign language.

12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Afternoon Naps

Nap time in dimly lit, quiet room with white noise. Soothing environment supports rest and sleep development.

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Gross Motor Play & Social Interaction

Soft climbing structures, push toys, and crawling practice. Peer interaction through mirror play and teacher-facilitated games.

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Feedings, Diapering, & One-on-One Enrichment

Personalized story time, music play, or bonding with a caregiver. Diaper checks and afternoon bottles.

4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Pick-Up, Free Play & Wind-Down

Gentle music, cuddles, soft books, and quiet exploration. Conversations with teachers about your baby’s day.

Frequently Asked Questions About Infant Child Care

Everything parents need to know about our Infant Child Care Program in Castle Rock,CO—from schedules and safety to what to pack and how we keep you updated.

We maintain a low 1:5 teacher-to-child ratio to ensure each baby gets the personalized attention and nurturing care they need. Once the class exceeds 5 infants, a second teacher is added, and we cap the room at 10 infants total. This not only meets but exceeds Colorado state licensing requirements for infant care.

Please pack labeled (non-glass) bottles, diapers, wipes, extra clothes, a sleep sack, and a labeled pacifier if your baby uses one. For babies over 6 months, bring sunscreen (SPF 30+, non-aerosol). We’ll handle the rest—including meals for those who are eating solids.

Yes. Our team follows your baby’s unique routine for naps, feedings, and awake time. We believe consistency is key to helping infants feel safe, secure, and at home.

Absolutely. Nursing mothers are welcome to breastfeed at school. You can also bring labeled, thawed or refrigerated breast milk—we’re happy to feed it according to your instructions.

Your child’s health and safety come first. All children must be up to date on required immunizations. We follow strict state licensing and health department guidelines for illness: if your child has a fever (100.4°+), vomiting, diarrhea, or other signs of contagious illness, they must stay home until symptom-free for 24 hours without medication. If your child becomes ill at school, we’ll notify you right away through Brightwheel or by phone.

We use the Brightwheel app to send you real-time updates, including feedings, naps, diaper changes, photos, and teacher notes. You’ll always know what’s happening—even if you’re not there to see it yourself.

Safe, Nurturing Infant Child Care in Castle Rock Where Your Baby Thrives

From their very first smile to their first steps, our infant child care program is built to nurture, protect, and inspire your little one. Families who start with us often stay through Pre-K—and it all begins with your first visit.

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“Leaving my baby for the first time was so hard. I was an emotional mess, until I met the Infant team at STEM. The way they cared for him, sent me pictures and updates, it made it feel like I was leaving him with family. Now he lights up every morning at drop-off. I’m a happy mama!”
Candace W.

Castle Rock, CO

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