Frequently Asked Questions

The Children’s Centers utilize a variety of approaches to offer the best developmentally appropriate curriculum for our centers. We apply emergent, research-based & evidence-based curriculums focusing on the whole child.

Unfortunately, it does not.

It is nearly impossible to give out accurate “numbers” for the waitlist, as it is a fluid list based on many factors. Many families who are on the waitlist may graduate or relocate and we do not know until we attempt to contact them to offer enrollment. There are also times when siblings of currently enrolled children, children of staff and children of military or veteran families may join the waitlist.

The Centers are open to children ages 12 months through 5 years. During the summer, we are open to school aged children up through 4th grade.

This number depends on how many children are leaving our program each semester, either due to their parents relocating for other university opportunities or due to children who are graduating from our program and matriculating to kindergarten.

Yes we do. We have a special allergy and dietary policy and try to accommodate children based on their health needs.

We are licensed for 200 at BGCC and 221 at CSCC. We typically only enroll 165 due to group sizes and ratios.

No, they do not. There are three reasons someone might receive priority at the Centers.

• If the child has a parent that has worked at the Children’s Centers for more than a year.
• If the child has siblings that are currently enrolled at the center.
• If the parent/guardian is a veteran or in active military service in the U.S. Armed Forces.

That depends largely on demand at the time. It can range anywhere from 2 months to over 2 years. We understand it is a frustrating process. The average time is 18 months.

If you have any questions regarding the waitlist, you may also email us at bgcc@tamu.edu or cscc@tamu.edu.