Catalyst Kids

For over 50 years, our agency has been preparing children for success in school, creating a foundation for life-long learning. With company origins starting in 1969, adding Continuing Development Incorporated (CDI) in 1976 and Child Development Centers (CDC) in 1984, we were founded to provide learning materials and services to both state–subsidized and private child care centers.

In addition to providing infant/toddler and preschool programs, our after school programs on elementary campuses expanded dynamically in the late 80s and early 90s. In 2020 our center programs became what we’ve always really been – Catalyst Kids!

Catalyst Kids will continue our unmatched, licensed care for children, as we inspire bright kids to be their best every day. We’ll support busy families by providing a safe place where happy kids meet hands-on learning.

WHO WE ARE TODAY

Catalyst Kids serves children and families who qualify for State subsidies through the California Department of Education, and the Early Learning and Care Division. We also provide private fee–paying families care options during the school year and for seasonal camp programs.

We currently partner with thirty-four school districts to provide before and after school academic and educational enrichment, transitional kindergarten and kindergarten readiness programs for children and families. Our centers are licensed by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division – the agency charged with health and safety reviews of child care centers. Catalyst Kids operates over 150 childcare centers throughout the State of California, serving over 20,000 children.

Headquartered in Morgan Hill, California, we have regional offices in, Sacramento, Irvine and Oxnard, CA. Our programs are individualized, unique and specific to the needs of our families and local communities. Integrity, creativity, inclusivity and engagement are the values that drive our programs each and every day. We are committed to meeting individual community needs and our large agency view affords us the stability, resources and scale needed to help all kids shine.