Resources for Federal Agencies

GSA provides guidance and support for work-site child care centers in federally controlled facilities to assist employees providing care to a dependent:

• Authorities in the Resource Library
• Starting a Child Development Center
• Presidential Memorandum on Enhancing Workplace Flexibilities and Work-Life Program
• OPM guidance on Child Care Subsidies for Federal Employees
• Locate your GSA Child Care Coordinator for more information

How to set up a child care center in GSA-managed space

Federal agencies setting up a child care center in a GSA-managed building must work with GSA. You can work with other agencies to jointly sponsor a center. View the Starting a Child Care Development Center [PDF - 2 MB] checklist, which explains how to:

• Form an organizing committee and establish interagency agreements.
• Seek building services, providers, and program oversight.
• Secure licenses and insurance.

Additional ways federal agencies can support child care programs:

• Use appropriated funds or recycling rebates for your tuition assistance program.
• Give your employees official time off to serve on the board of directors.