Minority-led · Colorado · Est. 2020
Childcare is a calling.We make it a business.
Second Family Consulting helps individuals and families launch and grow successful, licensed childcare businesses — with hands-on, culturally relevant support at every step, regardless of background or income.
- 7
- ways we help
- 16+
- start age
- 2020
- serving CO
Highest quality ratings
we help providers climb
Our mission
Quality early childhood education should be a career path for everyone — so we walk alongside you from your first idea to a thriving business.
How we help
Support for every stage
From licensing paperwork to scaling a sustainable enterprise — pick the help you need, when you need it.
Start-Up & Licensing
We walk you through CDA certification, zoning, and licensing — start as early as 16.
Training & Certification
CPR, First Aid, pre-licensing, and culturally relevant CDA courses for real-world success.
Business & Expansion
Strategic planning, funding guidance, and advanced consulting to scale sustainably.
Resource & Community Support
Templates, resources, and a network of providers who share knowledge and encouragement.
Grant Writing & Funding
Guidance to identify and apply for grants and funding sources for your childcare journey.
Childcare Business Consulting
Tailored coaching, zoning navigation, and registration help — wherever you are on the path.
Partnership & Space Development
Turning underused homes and spaces into thriving, licensed childcare hubs in our communities.
What guides us
The Second Family difference
Every aspiring provider, regardless of background or income, deserves an equal chance to succeed.
“Want for your brother what you want for yourself.” We build a genuine family network.
When obstacles arise, we stand by our providers with unwavering support to overcome every hurdle.
“I would have been lost if you were not here to show me how to navigate.”
Ebony Locke · Childcare Provider
Credentials
Certifications we support
We prepare you and your team to meet every standard for safe, high-quality care.
CDA Certification Support
CPR Certification
First Aid Certification
Pre-Licensing Training
In good company
Ready to start your childcare journey?
Whether you're a young adult, a parent, or a retiree — we'll walk alongside you every step of the way.
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