Cabrillo College Children's Center

Children's Program Services

Serving Children 12 months to 5 years of age

The Cabrillo College Children's Center is an integral part of the Early Childhood Education Department . We offer child care and programs for students, faculty, staff and the entire community as space allows. "The Center" is a place to be shared with others, a place to grow, learn, play, explore and gain support in facing the realities of childrearing in a complex world .

The Children's Center offers part and full day child care programs in four classrooms. Program schedules match the college academic calendar. Child care may be available through the summer for 2-5 year olds. A State funded preschool program is available to eligible families. The early morning program (7:45-8:30 am) requires additional registration and includes a nutritious breakfast. A mid-morning and an afternoon snack and nutritious lunch are provided by the Center.

Program Options

Full Day 8:45am to 5:30 pm Half Day 8:45-12:15 pm

Partial Day 8:45-3:30 pm *9:00-1:00 pm

Afternoon 11:45-5:30 pm Extended Day 3:30-5:30 pm

Early Care 7:45-8:45 am

State Preschool 8:45-11:45

The Toddler Program (12-24 mos.) *Half Day only (M-F, TTH, MWF)

Preschool Lab (3-5 yrs.) Full day (M-F)

Half day StatePreschool

Two year olds (24 months to 36 mos.) Full, Half, Partial

(M-F, TTH, MWF)

Baskin Preschool (3-5 yrs.) Full, Half, Partial (M-F, TTH, MWF)

Half day State Preschool

Our children's programs represent a range of family, cultural, ethnic and economic diversity. Master teachers, advanced student teachers, and Early Childhood Education faculty work together to plan a thoughtful and responsive program for children and families. In response to the developmental needs of young children, our programs support children's learning and explorations by providing opportunities for them to make choices and experiment as they work toward understanding the world around them. A variety of learning opportunities facilitate self-discovery and competency. Children learn to think about and appreciate individual differences and become cooperative members of the group through social interaction in a climate of caring and support.

You may apply for enrollment when your child is born. Applications are valid for one year. Enrollments are confirmed each May, August and January, as space is available. The program is supported by the college, student fees and parent fees. Monthly parent fees represent the local market rate. Fee Assistance is available. Subsidies are welcomed. (JTPA, GAIN, NET, CARE, METPP, etc) Applications are available in the Children's Center Office located in the 1500 Building on the ocean side of campus. Call 479-6352 for more information.

License # 440702549 & 444400156

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