The quality early learning, care, and support your family deserves

Getting started is simple. You can apply online or call our Intake Department at 626-699-8070. An education advisor will take the time to understand your family's needs and help determine which programs and services are the best fit. From there, an enrollment specialist will guide you through the documentation and enrollment process step by step.

You can learn more about our enrollment process on our "Understanding the process" page. There you can find a list of all the documentation needed.

Every family's circumstances are unique, and eligibility depends on more than just income. Factors like seeking employment, participating in school or job training, experiencing a change in housing, or supporting a child with special needs can affect whether your family qualifies.

We offer programs with different income guidelines, so there may be more options available to you than you'd expect. The best next step is to connect with one of our education advisors, who can walk you through your options and help you find the right fit.

Trust your instincts and ask plenty of questions. When visiting a program, pay attention to whether the caregivers are warm, attentive, and responsive to children. Ask about a typical day, how they approach discipline, and how they handle situations like a child who won't nap or refuses to eat. Check references and licensing records through the California Department of Social Services. And most importantly, choose a provider your child feels comfortable with.

Even if you decide not to use our center-based care, we're happy to help you think through what to look for! Our Resource and Referral team can connect you with trusted, licensed providers at no cost — even if you’re not enrolling in one of our centers.