How It Works

A Clear, Compliant Path to Launching In-Home Childcare

EPNL Estate Childcare Network creates structured partnerships between homeowners and qualified childcare operators to expand access to quality childcare—without requiring homeowners to run a daycare themselves.

Our role is to manage the screening, structure, and coordination so both parties can move forward confidently and compliantly.

The Roles in Every Partnership

We handle:

  • Marketing to attract qualified operators

  • Screening and vetting candidates

  • Matching operators with suitable home spaces

  • Structuring partnership models and agreements

  • Coordinating consultations and next steps

Homeowners always have the final decision on which operator they partner with.

EPNL serves as the coordinating and support partner throughout the process.

EPNL Estate Childcare Network

Homeowners provide a designated space within their residence that may be suitable for a licensed home childcare program.

Homeowner (Host)

Homeowner responsibilities include:

  • Offering a defined area of the home for childcare use

  • Participating in a free on-site space consultation

  • Reviewing screened operator candidates

  • Selecting the final operator partner

  • Entering into a 12-month minimum partnership with renewal options

Homeowners are not responsible for operating the childcare program.

Apply as a Homeowner

Operators are experienced childcare professionals seeking a compliant, residential space to launch or expand their childcare program.

Childcare Operator (Provider)

Operator responsibilities include:

  • Meeting experience and screening standards

  • Completing licensing and regulatory requirements

  • Operating the childcare program day-to-day

  • Maintaining compliance with all local and state regulations

Operators run the business independently within the agreed partnership structure.

Apply as an Operator

5-Step Partnership Process

Step 1: Apply

Homeowners and operators submit separate applications to express interest and share initial details.

Step 2: Screening

EPNL reviews applications, conducts initial screening, and confirms basic alignment with program criteria.

Step 3: Space Review + Matching

  • A free on-site consultation is conducted to assess the proposed childcare space

  • EPNL identifies and presents screened operator candidates

  • Homeowners review candidates and select their preferred partner

This consultation helps determine potential—but does not guarantee approval.

Step 4: Compliance + Agreements

  • Partnership terms are finalized

  • Licensing, zoning, and regulatory requirements are pursued

  • All approvals are determined by local and state agencies, not EPNL

Step 5: Launch

Once approvals are secured, the childcare program launches under the agreed partnership structure

Partnership Term

All partnerships through EPNL Estate Childcare Network require:

  • A 12-month minimum commitment

  • Renewal options upon mutual agreement

This ensures stability for homeowners, operators, and families served.

Available Partnership Models

EPNL offers two structured partnership models only:

Model A: Monthly Space Rent

  • Operator pays a fixed monthly rental fee for use of the space

  • Predictable income for homeowners

Model B: Rent + Revenue Percentage

  • Operator pays a base rent

  • Plus a percentage of childcare revenue

Final terms vary based on space, location, and program size.

Important Compliance Notice

EPNL provides consultation, coordination, and screening services only.

  • A free consultation helps assess whether a space may work

  • Final approval is determined solely by zoning and licensing authorities

  • Participation in the program does not guarantee licensing or regulatory approval

Apply as a Homeowner
Apply as an Operator