Programs & Resources
Quality early learning options require a qualified, fairly compensated early childhood workforce. First Impressions works to ensure safe, nurturing, and engaging early learning environments are a choice for all of Routt County’s young children.
Opening a Child Care Program/Home
Interested in opening a child care program or becoming a family child care provider? Check out Routt County’s Roadmap for a clear path to providing an invaluable service for our youngest citizens.
Colorado Shines
Colorado Shines is a five level quality rating improvement system that monitors and supports early learning programs and providers’ commitment to continuous quality improvement. A Colorado Shines rating demonstrates your commitment to quality. Incentives are available for programs and providers participating in Colorado Shines.
Professional Development
Professional Development Information System (PDIS) offers free tools to advance your knowledge, skills, and career. Interested in enrolling in a college level Early Childhood Education class? Working towards an undergraduate degree in ECE? Contact First Impressions for more information.
FIND US
Location
135 6th St.
Steamboat Springs, CO
80487
Hours
M-F: 9am - 5pm
Weekends: Closed
Phone & Email
970-870-5270
firstimpressions@co.routt.co.us