Child Development Building

WLAC Child Development Center


General Information:

Welcome to the West Los Angeles Campus Child Development Center (CDC), a nurturing environment designed for young children ages 8 months - 5 years.

Program Highlights:

Key Features:

  • Safe and Positive Environment: พรพรสำฦต CDC provides a secure and supportive atmosphere where children can learn and grow. 
  • Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum: We offer a play-based learning approach tailored to each child's developmental stage, fostering creativity and curiosity. We strive to provide enriched learning experiences based on the latest research and the best practices to meet the needs of children, families, staff and college students.
  • Nutritious Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided daily to all children enrolled, at no charge to families.
  • Licensed Facility: We are a licensed childcare facility, meeting rigorous standards for safety and quality.
    • Infant-toddler License Number: 197493182
    • Preschool License Number: 197410716
  • Inclusive Programs: พรพรสำฦต center serves children of students, staff, faculty, and the broader community, promoting diversity and inclusivity. 
  • Fees: พรพรสำฦต program offers subsidized child care for families meeting the criteria set forth in our State contracts administered by the State of California Department of Education Early Education Services Division (EESD), State Preschool Program. Children must be 8 months old at the time of enrollment to be eligible for subsidized care. Eligibility is based on the family's gross monthly income and number of dependents. 
  • Academic Calendar: Operating during the Fall, Winter, and Spring semesters, we align with West Los Angeles College's schedule. Please note, we are closed during summer sessions.

Additional Information

Programs:

The Child Development Center at West Los Angeles College offers two childcare programs: Infant/Toddler and Preschool.

Infant-Toddler: 8 months - 2.5 years

Preschool: 2.5 years - 5 years (Must turn 5 after September 2)

Schedule:

Both programs run Monday through Friday, and children are expected to attend every day. We are open from 7:45 AM to 4:00 PM, but the minimum required hours are 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Drop-off and pick-up times are scheduled before enrollment and arranged based on individual needs.

Please note that the CDC follows the West Los Angeles College academic calendar. We are closed during winter, spring, and summer breaks. To view the academic schedule, please use the link below:

                                                         WLAC Academic Calendar

Come Visit Us!

Tours are held at 10AM each Thursday for the 2025-2026 school year. Please note the center will be closed for the following Thursdays: Nov 27, Dec 22nd, Jan 1st, Apr 10. Please follow the link or scan the QR code below to reserve a date: 

                                                          

 Admission Priority:

  1. Children receiving Protective Services or identified as at-risk

  2. Children with an IEP or IFSP

  3. Full-time พรพรสำฦต students (12 units in Fall/Spring; 6 units in Winter/Summer) with a minimum 2.0 GPA

  4. พรพรสำฦต faculty and staff

  5. Members of the community

Eligibility and Enrollment Process:

  1. Childโ€™s parents must live and/or work in the State of California.

    1. Current copy of gas or electricity bill for the family.
  2. Upon enrollment, verification of birth is required. The following documents are acceptable:

    1. Birth Certificate;
    2. Baptismal Certificate;
    3. Passport.
  3. Upon enrollment, accurate and complete verification of family income is required. Documentation must be submitted within thirty (30) days prior to the first day of enrollment. The following documents are acceptable:

    1. Current paycheck stubs for one month prior to enrollment date;
    2. Notice of action;
    3. If self-employed, a signed letter verifying average monthly pays;
    4. Income tax return, only if it has been requested.
  4. Upon enrollment, the following forms, are required:

    1. Application for services
    2. Emergency and identification information (emergency cards);
    3. Up-to-date immunization record;
    4. Current physician report, within one year of enrollment.
  5. Once enrolled, official verification of student-parentโ€™s college class schedule and unit enrollment. As well as a progress report or grade card towards the end of each semester.

  6. Parents enrolled in full-day state preschool are required to show the โ€œneedโ€ for childcare. Working full-time and/or attending school fulltime meets this requirement. Progress reports and/or grade cards and/or employment verification will be required.

For detailed information regarding our center, please follow the links below. 

To learn more about how are fees are structured, please follow each of the links below.

The Center provides a training program for students wishing to pursue a career in teaching young children.

Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 7:45AM - 4:00PM
Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: Closed
Summer hours are subject to change.

Contact

Email: @email

(310) 287-4357