Parents can obtain free information on licensed child-care facilities that match their needs. Listings are maintained on licensed child-care centers, family child-care homes, before and after-school programs, public and private schools, and child-care assistance programs. Read More
After-school camps for ages 5-12 are offered Mondays – Fridays from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. The cost of the program is $10 per week, per participant, and scholarships are available. 20 parks participate. Participants must register in advance.
Lomita, Torrance & WIlmington – Free to Low-Cost Child Care & Preschool Services for ages 3 months to 12 years. Part day and childcare programs available. Read More
Long Beach & Bellflower – Five locations in Greater Long Beach provide state subsidized, year-round childcare for qualifying families. Their preschools reflect the communities that they serve and they work with families to tailor opportunities for children to learn, grow and thrive. Read More
Various Locations – Babysitting and child-care training courses for ages 11 and older. They also offer first aid and CPR/AED certification courses; online and in-person classes. Read More
Orange County – A professional organization for licensed family child care providers. They offer free referrals to parents who are looking for child care throughout OC. Read More
Various Locations – For boys and girls, grades 6-8, who are ready to learn the skills they need to care for themselves and younger children. Courses cover safety, first aid, rescue, CPR and more. Read More