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At Catalyst Kids we offer inclusive programs that teach, inspire, and promote self-guided learning opportunities that let your child shine. We serve children from infants to school-age in our Before and Afterschool, Preschool, and Camp programs.

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Child-led

Our unique research-based programming encourages discovery, independence, and growth.

Our Programs

Family-centered

We serve families and they serve us too! We welcome family input and insight. It strengthens our impact.

Family Resources

Community-minded

Community is at the heart of everything we do. Our programming exists because of the communities we serve.

Our Impact

Latest Stories

Strengthening Community Resilience: A Success Story of Collaboration and Disaster Preparedness

July 30, 2024

In times of crisis, the strength of a community is often determined by the responsiveness and resourcefulness of its leaders. A shining example of this occurred recently in King City, where a critical partnership and swift action turned a potentially disastrous situation into a model of effective crisis management and community support. On July 13,…

Learning by Doing

July 17, 2024

At Catalyst, learning through experience is a huge part of what we do, from our youngest learners to our most senior staff. We’re proud to share that one of our centers has been recognized by University of California Irvine as an Outstanding Undergraduate Practicum Site! This award honors our Turtle Rock center as an excellent…

Leading the Way to Healthy Living

July 17, 2024

For the past year Green Valley has collaborated with Ventura Public Health in a partnership to combat childhood obesity and malnutrition.    The County kindly provided our center with the supplies we needed to get started, and our kids even helped build the planter boxes they would eventually use. All classrooms were involved in planting,…

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"I really appreciate how Catalyst works with [the school’s] teachers and gives students a little more support with what they are learning at school."

Richelle Bon

Catalyst Parent

"Catalyst has been such a help with improving my child's self- esteem and social skills."

Jarne Family

Catalyst Parents

"Catalyst gives my child a safe place to learn, and for that I’m grateful every day."

Kim P.

Catalyst Parent

”The kids come home doing new art projects and playing new games all the time. It’s clear that at Catalyst Kids they’re having a very enriching experience across multiple domains.”

Gene G.

Catalyst Parent

“My kids looked forward to going there every day, even on summers or break times. All the teachers are always on the same page, they are well connected and able to provide consistency for the children.”

Ting W.

Catalyst Parent

“I love Catalyst Kids because every day is my favorite day. The teachers are always helping us and making us smile. I have so many best friends at Catalyst Kids!”

Rowen

Catalyst Kid (age 4)

“What I like about Catalyst Kids is the diversity of every day and every week. Also, I love that it is very focused on summer activities so kids can have a lot of fun, but there are education activities so they can learn. My son has learned about not only places, things, and professional people from the different field trips, but also how to play with other kids, how to share games/toys, and to help others. Personally, I believe that the people who work at Catalyst make this program amazing.”

Gemma Vincente

Catalyst Parent

“I want to thank you for giving my daughter, Symai, such a strong educational foundation. Your Pre-K program really got her off to a great start! She was the top student in her kindergarten – and now, first-grade class. She loves to analyze and learn new things – and it all started at Catalyst. I now understand the importance of all of your projects and interactive games that she played daily. Your hard work, dedication, and love have given Symai a foundation that will stick with her for life. You and the whole Catalyst Kids program have been a blessing to our family and we can’t thank you enough.”

Mary, Prince, and Symai

“As busy, working parents with no family nearby, we depend on our Catalyst "village" every day - trustworthy childcare has always been important to our livelihood. We love that both our kids come home each day happy, healthy, and sharing something new about what they learned!”

Jim L.

Catalyst Parent