Supporting Michigan’s Military Families

Affordable, Accessible Child Care

At AppleTree & Gilden Woods schools we strive to make a lasting, positive impact on every child in our care, every day. That commitment extends to the active duty heroes throughout our Michigan communities. We are honored to provide Michigan military families with a safe, secure environment where children ages 6 weeks to 12 years can learn, grow, and thrive socially, academically, and emotionally.

Whether you are paying directly or receiving government assistance, AppleTree & Gilden Woods is proud to welcome military families and is committed to making our positive, high-quality early education and child care as accessible as possible for those who serve.

As a thank you for your service, active duty military families may qualify for a 10% discount on tuition when paying without government assistance.*

Thank you for your service. Supporting Michigan’s military families is a big part of who we are.

Military Child Care Assistance Programs

Fee assistance may significantly reduce your child care costs. If you are a member of the U.S. Military, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. National Park Service, or U.S. General Services Administration, you may be eligible for child care assistance. Contact your branch directly for eligibility requirements, and explore these programs:

Child Care Aware® of America (CCAoA) - For members of the Air Force, Army, and Marine Corps.

Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood (MCCYN) - For members of the Navy and Coast Guard.

How to Get Started with MCCYN

Applying for MCCYN assistance is straightforward, and your local school director is here to guide you through every step.

Create your MCCYN account. Visit MCCYN.com to verify your family’s eligibility. Already registered? Skip to step 2.
Find your local AppleTree & Gilden Woods school. Select “MCCYN providers” to browse approved schools near you. When you find the right fit, submit your application.
Schedule a tour. Connect with your local school director. If your nearest AppleTree & Gilden Woods school isn’t yet listed as MCCYN-approved, reach out to them and they can help you explore your options.
Accept your assistance offer. Once your offer comes through, let us know you’re ready. Our team will coordinate with MCCYN to finalize all the details and get your child enrolled.
Stay current after enrollment. Submit for funding renewal 4 to 6 weeks before it expires and stay in touch with MCCYN to track your status.

Why Michigan Military Families Choose Our Schools

Open a Window to Your Child’s Day

SproutAbout^®, our exclusive family communications app, provides live-streaming video of your child’s classroom directly to your mobile device. Whether you’re across town or deployed overseas, stay connected to every moment of growth.

Ready for Kindergarten and Beyond

Our programs are designed to prepare every Michigan child for a great start in kindergarten and a successful academic future. Our caring educators provide positive, intentional experiences children need to get ahead and stay there.

All-Inclusive Tuition

For families paying directly, tuition covers diapers, wipes, and sometimes formula for infants and toddlers, plus nutritious daily meals and snacks — with delicious choices that encourage children to explore new foods.

Health & Safety Is Always Our Top Priority

The health and safety of the children in our care is always our top priority. That’s why you’ll see secure check-in procedures, door alarms, interior cameras, low teacher-to-child ratios, and staff trained in CPR and first aid at our schools.

Find Your Local School Today

Your school director is ready to walk you through assistance programs, answer your tuition questions, and welcome your family. Our goal is to give you peace of mind, by making it simple to find and enroll in a school that will benefit your child in a positive way.

Find Your School

*Offer provides a 10% discount off of rack rate tuition for children ages 0-12 years, for new enrollees; valid on a space-available basis. Proof of active military service required to receive corporate discount. Discount offers cannot be used in conjunction with any other coupon, discount offer, or tuition subsidy, and is not redeemable or refundable for cash.

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