Colorado Universal Preschool Updates

Starting July 1, providers should contact CDEC directly for:

Family registration, matching, and enrollment through the BridgeCare system
Provider and family portal navigation support, including account access, enrollment assistance, and system troubleshooting
Accessing UPK tools and resources through the Resource Bank
Support through the Universal Preschool Help Desk

Families should contact CDEC directly for:

Program transfers
Updating or editing applications
Income reverification
Family Handbook

As part of this shift, several support functions previously coordinated through NoCo Kids Thrive as your Local Coordinating Organization (LCO) will now be handled directly by CDEC.

What will noco kids thrive continue to support?

Northern Colorado Kids Thrive will continue to provide local support and resources, including:

Resources through the NoCo Kids Thrive Provider Linktree and NoCo Kids Thrive website
Questions about UPK age eligibility
Questions regarding enrolled hours versus awarded hours
Provider timelines and local communications

frequently asked questions

A family wants to transfer to another UPK provider. What should they do?

Families who would like to change their program selection, transfer enrollment, or make updates to their registration should contact CDEC directly.

What are the UPK reimbursement rates for the 2026–27 school year in Larimer County?

Information regarding minimum annual hourly requirements is available through CDEC.

I need to update documents such as my handbook or expulsion policy. What should I do?

Please submit a ticket through the Universal Preschool Program Help Desk with details about the updates you need to make.

How do I determine my tuition rates?

Please refer to the CDEC Operational Memo regarding minimum annual hourly requirements and tuition guidance.

I cannot access the UPK portal.

For portal access issues, account assistance, or technical support, please contact CDEC directly through the Universal Preschool Program Help Desk.

I do not use an approved curriculum. What are my next steps?

If your curriculum is not currently listed:

Submit your curriculum through the Resource Bank Submission Form.
Review the submission instructions document provided by CDEC.
Complete the required reporting form.

For program-specific questions, submit a ticket through the Universal Preschool Program Help Desk or call 303-866-5223.

Additional Resources

CO Universal Preschool

Payments

Family Handbook

Navigating Universal Preschool

Pariticipating Provider Resources

Larimer Child Care Connect

BeReady Larimer County

WomenGive Larimer County

NoCo Kids Thrive

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