Business Details
29 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Child Care Partner in Los Angeles
Established in 1997, we are a collaborative network of ten regional agencies dedicated to strengthening child care and early learning systems across Los Angeles County. Our expertise lies in connecting families with quality child care solutions, empowering providers through professional development, and advocating for equitable access to early education. With decades of collective experience, our team works directly with communities to address unique needs through multilingual support and culturally competent outreach.We specialize in administering subsidized child care programs, delivering evidence-based training, and fostering systemic improvements through policy advocacy. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in initiatives like Quality Start LA, which elevates child care standards, and the Gateways Pathway Program, which builds professional capacity among educators. Backed by partnerships with state and local funders, we ensure families and providers receive reliable, future-focused services that prioritize child well-being.
Services
Child Care Referrals
Subsidized Child Care Programs
Professional Development Training
Quality Improvement Initiatives
Early Childhood Policy Advocacy
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have 28 years of local expertise in child care systems and policy advocacy.
- Our ten-member agencies provide culturally competent support in multiple languages.
- We administer state-funded programs like Emergency Child Care Bridge and Universal Pre-K.
- Our Gateways Pathway Program offers structured professional development for educators.
- We implement Quality Start LA to improve standards across child care centers.
Services
Child Care Referrals
Our network connects families with licensed child care providers tailored to their needs. We offer personalized referrals and guidance on evaluating quality care environments. This service helps parents make informed decisions about early education settings.
Professional Development Training
We deliver specialized workshops and coaching programs to enhance educators' skills. Training aligns with state competencies and focuses on child development, curriculum implementation, and business management for providers. These programs build workforce capacity across LA County.
Subsidized Child Care Programs
We administer state-funded subsidies for qualifying families through programs like CalWORKs and Alternative Payment. These initiatives reduce child care costs for low-income households while maintaining quality standards across participating providers in Los Angeles County.
Quality Improvement Initiatives
Quality Start LA offers coaching and assessment tools to help child care centers improve services. Our framework evaluates key areas like teacher-child interactions, learning environments, and family engagement to elevate overall standards systematically.
Early Childhood Policy Advocacy
We advocate for equitable policy changes affecting child care access and funding. Our efforts focus on improving government systems, expanding support for early educators, and ensuring quality standards benefit diverse communities across Los Angeles County.
Questions
How do I find child care near me in LA County?
Contact your local Resource and Referral agency via zip code or use our online search tool.
Are subsidized child care options available for low-income families?
Yes, we administer programs like CalWORKs and Alternative Payment to eligible families.
What training resources exist for child care providers?
The Gateways Pathway Program and California ECE Workforce Registry offer professional development.
Does CCALA serve foster children's child care needs?
Our Emergency Child Care Bridge Program supports foster families with specialized care.
How does CCALA improve child care quality in Los Angeles?
Quality Start LA provides coaching and ratings to help centers meet excellence standards.
