MULTIPLE COUNTIES
Head Start. National school readiness program that emphasizes the role of parents as their child’s first and most important teachers. Provides families opportunities for education, parenting support & resources. Selected centers offer childcare programs. To find a local Head Start program use the Head Start Locator at benefits.gov/benefit/616. To find your local office call (866)763-6481.
United Way of Northern California – From parenting resources to disaster preparedness, we’re Here to Help! Shasta, Siskiyou & Tehama County residents: Get connected to a FREE & confidential 24/7 referral service provided by United Way of Northern California for health & human services resources. Dial or text 2-1-1 from any phone, or visit 211norcal.org. norcalunitedway.org (Butte & Glenn 211 County residents: visit helpcentral.org to get connected to the 211 operator in your area.) United Way of Northern California, Redding (530)241-7521 and Chico (530)809-4663.
BUTTE COUNTY
Butte College Child Development Center; Oroville. Serves Butte & Glenn Counties. Early childhood education for ages 6wks–5 yrs. Accepts subsidized childcare through Valley Oaks, CalWorks and EOPS. Mon-Thu, 7:30am- 4pm. butte.edu/cdc. 3536 Butte Campus Dr. (530)895-2865.
Chico Christian Preschool. An outreach ministry of Neighborhood Church of Chico. Ages 6wks-6yrs. Enrichment classes and inclusion program for children with special needs. chicochristianpreschool.org. Or contact tamarawanink@ncchico.org. 2801 Notre Dame Blvd. (530)879-8988.
CSU Chico Associated Students Child Development Lab. Ages 8wks-5yrs. Childcare & pre-K programs for infants, toddlers & pre-K children. Chico State students enrolled in the Child Development Program observe and participate with staff, children and families at the Children’s Center. Subsidized programs available. Priority given to Chico State parenting students. as.csuchico.edu/cdl. Aymer J. Hamilton Building, Rm. 120. (530)898-5865.
E Center Head Start Programs; Butte & Glenn Counties. Ages 0-5. Early Head Start, Head Start, Migrant Seasonal Head Start, and Migrant Early Head Start. Free. ecenter.org. 860 Plaza Way, Yuba City. (530)741-2995.
Mi Escuelita Maya Preschool & Children’s Performing Arts Program; Chico. Ages 3mos-5rs. Early childhood education with an emphasis on multicultural experiences, performing arts, Spanish language enrichment, organic eating habits, and living an environmentally friendly lifestyle. mempreschool.com. 1455 Chestnut St. (530)893-1419.
Rosedale Elementary School; Chico. A two-way Spanish/English immersion school for grades K-5. Kindergarten and first grade students spend 90% of the day speaking Spanish. Native Spanish speakers spend 15% of the day learning English. rosedale.chicousd.org. 100 Oak St. (530)891-3104.
Valley Oak Children’s Services; Chico. Private nonprofit assisting thousands of Butte County families each year. Early Care & Education Programs, subsidized childcare, behavioral health programs, educational toy lending library and numerous outlets for family resources. valleyoakchildren.org. 3120 Cohasset Rd, Suite 6. (530)895-3572.
SHASTA COUNTY
Early Childhood Services; Redding. Ages 2.9mos-5yrs. The California State Preschool Program enrolls for part/full-day preschool programs at locations in Shasta County. Children will have a quality preschool experience for 3-9 hrs per day. shastacoe.org. 43 Hilltop Dr. (530)225-2999.
Redding Cooperative Preschool. Ages 2.9mos-5yrs. A parent-participation preschool with a certified early childhood teacher/director. Children experience learning through guided play, including arts, music & movement, science, math, language arts, outdoor exploration and more. Tu-Thu, Sept-May: 9am-noon. reddingcooppreschool.org. 658 Mary St. (530)241-4355.
Redding School of The Arts. Mandarin Immersion Program for grades K-8. Tailored for students interested in the visual & performing arts as well as Mandarin Chinese immersion. Rsarts.org. 955 Inspiration Place. (530)247-6933.
Shasta College Early Childhood Education Lab School; Redding. Tailored educational opportunities for ages 3-pre-K. The ECE Center operates as a child development lab with age-appropriate experiences for children as well as observation opportunities & hands-on training for college students. 11555 Old Oregon Trail, Bldg. 3200. (530)242-7601.
Shasta Head Start, Inc; Redding. Serving Shasta, Siskiyou & Trinity Counties. A private, nonprofit corporation providing high quality childcare and social services to low income children and their families. Also services for children with suspected or identified special needs and their families. shastaheadstart.org. 375 Lake Blvd., Ste. 100. (530)241-1036.
Quarantined Kids Radio; Redding. Quarantined Kids Radio – The Children’s Hour. A learning show for children and teens. Coverage in Redding through Red Bluff. kfoiradio.org
SISKIYOU COUNTY
College of The Siskiyous Discovery Child Development Center; Weed. A collaboration between the COS Early Childhood Education Program & Shasta Head Start. The center serves families of COS and surrounding community. Fully subsidized for qualifying families. Program involves age-appropriate curriculum as well as a healthy breakfast & lunch prepared on site. Ages 2.5-6. siskiyous.edu/discoverycenter. 800 College Ave. (530)938-5352.
Shasta Head Start; Mt. Shasta. shastaheadstart.org. 710 Everitt Memorial Hwy. (530)918-2550.
Shasta Head Start; Yreka. shastaheadstart.org. 921 S. Oregon St. (530)842-5787.
Siskiyou Early Head Start; Yreka. Year-round comprehensive child development services for low-income families living in Siskiyou County. Parent involvement is a key part of the program. Choose the Early Head Start option from the programs and services drop down menu. siskiyoucoe.net. 1 Child’s Way. (530)842-8493.
Tehama County
Childcare Referral & Education; Red Bluff. A resource for parents, care providers and the community for information and education services. Search CCRE-Red Bluff in search bar at shastacoe.org. 409 Walnut St. (530)529-3131.
NCCDI Tehama County Head Start; Red Bluff. Head Start & Early Head Start services for families in Tehama County. Individualized enrichment opportunities for infants, toddlers & preschoolers in a nurturing environment. M-F 8am-2pm. nccdi.com. 220 Sycamore St., Ste. 200. (530)529-1500 or (877)224-7772.
