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We're here to h​​elp!​ Whether you're a parent or a child care provider, our staff are​​ here to help you succeed. 

Please feel free to reach out to us anytime either through the general email or the main phone. Someone will get back to you as quickly as possible. Please be advised, we are dedicated to the community and often in the field. Returning calls and messages may take a few days.​

2026 Proposed Code Changes: There are additional proposed code changes for AMC 16.55. The intent of these changes is to continue to support existing licensed facilities in remaining open and to provide easier access for new facilities to open. 

View 2026 Proposed Code Changes​ 
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Providers: Take the ​Survey about Proposed Code Changes

​Please be advised that as of May 5, 2025, paper applications for Provisional Child Care License are no longer accepted. Please apply through the on-line system, AKCCIS. If assistance is needed to navigate AKCCIS, please feel free to reach out to the office during regular business hours. We are happy to assist however possible. ​



 

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Parents
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Providers
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​​Inspections for all licensed facilities located within the Municipality of Anchorage can be found at https://akccis.com/client/map.

What We Do​​​
​The Child Care Licensing Program (CCL) routinely monitors both licensed child care centers and homes within the Municipality of Anchorage through routine on-site announced and unannounced inspections, including investigating reports of concern and complaints about licensed child care facilities and facilities operating without a license. The goal of CCL is to help reduce predictable risk of harm to children, however, CCL cannot guarantee that a facility meets all code requirements at all times.

All licensed facilities fall under the regulatory jurisdiction of Anchorage Municipal Child Care Code 16.55 (AMC 16.55), State of Alaska Regulations, 7 AAC 10, 7 AAC 57, AS 47.05 and AS 47.32. The program administrator is responsible for knowing and complying with applicable regulations and statutes.

​Facility programs vary in size, location, services, and philosophy. Families are encouraged to visit facilities, ask questions, and carefully compare several programs prior to making a final decision. Choosing a child care facility is a significant decision and that choice depends on what the family wants and needs for their child.​​

​Changes to Anchorage Municipal Code (AMC) 16.55 - Effective July 15, 2025

The Assembly voted and passed the proposed changes to ​ AMC 16.55​. Additionally, the Assembly introduced amendments that impact infant ratios and notify parents about liability insurance. Both of these were voted on and passed by the Assembly. These changes went into effect as of July 15, 2025. Please note the changes to ratio requirements aligns the Municipality of Anchorage ratio requirements for all age groups with the State of Alaska requirements of 7 AAC 57.505.  ​

Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions.  ​

​Email CCL

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 ​​Call 907-343-4758

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Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.​

 

Prop 14 - Anchorage Child Care & Early Education Fund​

In April 2023, Anchorage voters approved Proposition 14 which dedicates the Municipality of Anchorage's marijuana tax revenue to child care and early childhood education. The funds will start accumulating in January 2024 with an estimated five millions dollars annually and will be dispersed starting in 2025. 

The ACCEE Fund can be spent creating access to child care and early education programs; supporting reading programs; supporting child care or early education provider training, professional development, staffing, and/or livable wages; or funding facilities. Funding can be delivered in a variety of ways, including through the issuance of grants or the completion of studies or research related to child care and early education. 

​Visit the ACC​EE Fund Website