CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
Early Head Start/Head Start/State Preschool Programs 225 Westridge Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076 (831) 688-3802 /724-3885
Thank you for your interest in our child development programs. Our high quality child development programs for infants, toddlers and preschool age children are available for families living in Santa Cruz County. Our Early Head Start, Head Start and State Preschool programs are no cost for income eligible families.
CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
Your child may be eligible for one of our programs if they have a current Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP). With a current IEP/IFSP income eligibility may be waived.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Include copies of the following documents with your child’s application (documents will not be returned):
- Copy of child’s immunization record OR Birth Certificate OR Hospital Certificate OR Medical Card Income Verification
- Income Verification documentation -- must include all sources of income received by the child’s parents or guardians (see Income Eligibility section of application for more detailed information) OR documentation of CalWORKS/SSI
- Copy of IEP or IFSP (if child has a diagnosed disability)
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
Remember, to sign and fill out application completely. Incomplete applications cannot be processed. You can submit your child’s application in person or mail it to the address above. You will be contacted by mail once your child’s application has been processed. All information is kept confidential. It will be used to help us determine if your family is eligible for our programs and to prioritize (using our selection criteria) your child’s placement on the Wait List. If you have any questions about the application, or documents required, or need assistance in completing it, please call us at the above telephone numbers. We will be happy to assist you!
Click here for program options & Click here for an eligibility application
PROGRAM LOCATIONS
Head Start (Ages 3 to 5)
North County
Branciforte
175 Benito Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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Ludlow Center
7101 Highway 9
Felton, CA 95018
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Natural Bridges 2
255 Swift Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Mid County
Baskin 2
6500 Soquel Drive Bldg 1700
Aptos, CA 95003
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The Farm
3060 Cunnison Lane
Soquel, CA 95073
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South County
Angela Agbayani Center 1 & 2
140 Herman Ave
Watsonville, CA 95076
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Martinelli 1 & 2
441 Rogers Ave
Watsonville, CA 95076
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Terry Jimenez 1 & 2
201 Brewington Ave
Watsonville, CA 95076
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Via del Mar
120 West Beach Street
Watsonville, CA 95076
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Vista Verde 1 & 2
1936-A Freedom Blvd
Freedom, CA 95019
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Starlight 1 & 2
235 Hammer Dr
Watsonville, CA 95076
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Early Head Start (0 to 3 years)
North County
Natural Bridges 1 Toddler Center (18 to 36 months)
255 Swift Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
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Mid County
Baskin 1 Toddler Center (18 to 36 months)
6500 Soquel Drive Building 1700
Aptos, CA 95003
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South County
Starlight Children’s Toddler Center 1 (12 to 24 months)
360 Arthur Road
Watsonville, CA 95076
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Starlight Children’s Toddler Center 2 (18 to 36 months)
360 Arthur Road
Watsonville, CA 95076
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All County
Home Visiting (0 to 3 years + Pregnant Women)Child and Family Development Programs does not discriminate against children or families on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status.