Steps to Finding Quality Child Care:
1
Understand Your Options
2
Visit and Ask Questions
3
Take a Closer Look
4
Choose a Program
Better Beginnings Start Now
There are free and low-cost preschools available in Santa Cruz County! Early learning programs put children on a path to succeed in school and be ready for college and careers.
Universal PreKindergarten (UPK) offers flexible, high-quality early learning choices for 3- and 4-year-olds that address families’ child care needs. All families in Santa Cruz County, regardless of immigration and income status, are eligible to participate.
What We Do
Finding the right care for your child is one of the most important decisions your family can make. The Child Development Resource Center is your one-stop source for Santa Cruz County families seeking child care. Our Child Care Referral Specialists can answer your questions — by phone or in-person — and connect you with licensed child care centers and licensed family child care homes to meet your family’s needs.
