Business Details
24 Years
experience
Trusted Child Care Services in Los Angeles
Gonzalez Family Child Care is a family-owned and operated early childhood education provider serving Los Angeles since 2002. Our dedicated team combines over 55 years of collective experience to create a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive. We implement structured daily activities that integrate academic preparation with social development, ensuring children develop essential kindergarten readiness skills.Our bilingual staff maintains a child-centered approach, offering personalized attention in a home-like setting equipped with age-appropriate learning materials. We provide three nutritionally balanced meals daily while maintaining strict safety protocols, serving families with children aged 18 months to five years.
Services
Child Care Services
Academic Enrichment
Social Development Programs
Bilingual Education
Nutritious Meal Plans
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in nurturing child care
- Our bilingual staff ensures effective communication with all families
- We provide three nutritious meals daily for every child
- Family-owned operation with personalized attention to each child
- Proven track record preparing children for kindergarten success
Services
Child Care Services
Our licensed home daycare provides safe, nurturing care for children aged 18 months to five years. With capacity for 14 children, we maintain small group sizes to ensure individual attention. Our staff combines professional expertise with warm personal care, implementing structured routines that promote emotional security and developmental growth.
Academic Enrichment
Daily educational activities prepare children for kindergarten success through pre-reading skills, basic math concepts, and creative expression. Certified educators design developmentally appropriate curricula using specialized learning materials. Our program emphasizes cognitive development while making learning enjoyable through play-based exploration and discovery.
Social Development
We foster emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills through group activities that teach cooperation, conflict resolution, and empathy. Structured play sessions encourage relationship building between peers. Our caregivers model positive social behaviors while creating a supportive environment where children learn to communicate effectively and develop confidence in social settings.
Bilingual Education
Our bilingual staff provides language immersion through daily interactions in both English and Spanish. We use songs, stories, and conversations to naturally build language proficiency. This approach supports cultural awareness while enhancing cognitive development. Parents receive regular updates about their child's language progress and communication milestones.
Nutritious Meal Plans
Three balanced meals daily meet USDA child nutrition standards, including breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. We accommodate dietary restrictions with advance notice. Meals promote healthy eating habits through fresh, wholesome ingredients. Our caregivers encourage self-feeding skills while modeling positive attitudes toward nutrition and food exploration.
People
Gabriela Gonzalez
Owner & Director
Founder with 25+ years in early childhood education. Holds AA in Child Development. Former YMCA preschool teacher with 12 years experience. Started family child care in 2002 to provide personalized, quality care focusing on kindergarten readiness through structured learning and social activities.
Catalina Valenzuela
Lead Teacher
Senior educator with 30 years experience in early childhood programs. AA degree in Child Development. Former infant/toddler teacher and YMCA preschool director. Specializes in nurturing care for children aged 0-6 years. Provides continuity through consistent, compassionate guidance in family home daycare setting.
Questions
What are your operating hours?
Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We are closed on weekends and observed holidays.
What ages do you accept?
We care for children aged 18 months to five years. Sibling enrollment is accepted when space allows.
Do you provide meals?
Yes, we serve three nutritionally balanced meals daily: breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack following USDA guidelines.
What languages do your staff speak?
Our entire staff is bilingual, providing care and communication in both English and Spanish.
How long has your facility been operating?
Gabriela Gonzalez founded Gonzalez Family Child Care in 2002, maintaining continuous operation for over two decades.
What qualifications do your staff have?
Staff includes educators with AA degrees in Child Development and combined 55+ years of early childhood experience. All staff complete required child care certifications.
