Childcare Resources:
Care.com – A comprehensive resource that covers a wide array of childcare options.
National Association for the Education of Young Children – Family Section
California Childcare Resource and Referral Network – Referrals and information about the elements of quality care and state licensing requirements, as well as the availability of child-care subsidies.
YMCA of San Diego – Free child care referral services, fee assistance for income eligible families, enhanced referrals for children with special needs and for military families, special needs respite care, etc.
Children’s Home Society of California, San Diego County – Provides comprehensive programs ensure that reliable and quality child care is available for children from birth to 13 years of age who are in need of care during any part of a 24-hour day.
San Diego County Family Child Care Association – Provides support, education and resources to early childhood educators and includes a referral directory for parents.
Child Care Aware – Resources and referrals for child care.
Exceptional Family Resource Center – Offers support, resources, and referrals for parents of special needs children.
State of California Community Care Licensing Division – Provides information on licensing, laws, and finding child care.
K-12 Resources:
San Diego Unified School District
San Diego City Schools “6 to 6” Extended Day Program – Provides elementary and middle school students with academic support and enrichment activities during the hours when many parents are at work.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego – After school programs and other resources for children.
SD County Office of Education, School Districts
California Department of Education
School Reports section of HomeFair.com
Kids and Teens Resources at the San Diego Public Library
Outdoor Education, SD County Office of Education – Experiential learning programs that enhance awareness and scientific understanding of the natural world.
