Classrooms
| Class | Age Range * | Child : Teacher Ratio Range | State Required Ratio Range |
| Bunny | 6 - 18 months | 2.5 - 3.5 : 1 | 4 : 1 |
| Dolphin | 18 - 30 months | 4- 5 : 1 | 6 : 1 |
| Penguin | 2 - 3 years | 4 - 5 : 1 | 12 : 1 |
| Koala | 3 - 4 years | 5 - 6 : 1 | 12 : 1 |
| Raccoon | 3.5 - 4.5 years | 6 - 8 : 1 | 12 : 1 |
| Beaver | 4 - 5 years | 6 - 8 : 1 | 12 : 1 |
| * Children are placed according to their individual developmental readiness. | |||
| The Children's Center is licensed for 99 children. We are currently full. | |||
Tuition
2007-2008 |
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| Class | 5 Days | 3 Days | 2 Days | Extra Days |
| Bunny (6-18 mths) |
1340 | 940 | 675 | 70 |
| Dolphin (18-30 mths) |
1280 | 900 | 645 | 70 |
| Penguin (2-3 yrs) |
1170 | 825 | 590 | 70 |
| Koala (3-4 yrs) |
1030 | 725 | 525 | 60 |
| Raccoon 3.5-4.5 yrs) |
1030 | 725 | 525 | 60 |
| Beaver (4-5 yrs) |
1030 | 725 | 525 | 60 |
| Bunny, Dolphin and Penguin tuitions include diapers | ||||
Late Fees
Closing time is 5:30. There is a 15 minute grace period until 5:45. if you pick up your child after this time, there will be a late free of $10 for any portion of the first five minutes,and $2.00 per minute thereafter. This fee is to be paid directly to the teacher on duty.
Application Forms for Admission
HTML | PDF | On-Line Form
Phone Numbers
| Room | Phone Number |
| Office FAX |
(626) 395-6860 (626) 793-7308 |
| Bunny/Dolphin | (626) 395-8493 |
| Penguin | (626) 395-6794 |
| Koala/Raccoon | (626) 395-3386 |
| Beaver | (626) 395-8494 |
UPFrequently Asked Questions
Q: What ages does your program enroll?
A: We offer a full-day (7:30 am to 5:45 pm) year-round Infant/Toddler and Pre-school program. We enroll infants when they are six months old and can accept children up until they turn 6 six years old.
Q: Do you have an afterschool program or summer program?
A: No. There is such a program located within walking distance from ours. It is administered by our sister program at JPL, the Child Educational Center. You may call them directly at 818-354-3418 or access their website http://www.ceconline.org for registration and more information.
Q: Does the Children's Center @ Caltech have a waiting list right now?
A: Yes -- we have two. One for Caltech affiliates and another for members of the community.
Q: Do I need to be an affiliate of Caltech to apply for your waiting list?
A: No -- but you will be assigned to our secondary waitlist.
Q: Who is a Caltech affiliate?
A: Current students of Caltech, current staff and faculty receiving paychecks from Caltech and/or the Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
Q: When should I get on the waiting list?
A: As soon as you find out that your family is pregnant and have an approximate due date. Because your priority on both lists is established according to the date we receive your application, the sooner the better.
Q: How can I get on your waiting list?
A: You may print out the single-page application form (PDF or HTML)on this website, fill it out, and fax or mail it to us -- or fill out the online form and submit it to us.
Q: How can I schedule a tour of the Children's Center @ Caltech?
A: Call us at 626-395-6860 and we will schedule an appointment. We can only give tours in the mornings between 8am and 11 am.
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