Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Fullerton. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best Extracurriculars
Earned the highest extracurricular score in Fullerton. This dimension covers enrichment programs — languages, STEM, yoga, cooking, field trips, and other activities beyond the core curriculum.
Full Ranking Detail
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CSUF Children's Center is a NAEYC-reaccredited, CCLD-licensed center at California State University Fullerton serving infants and young children ages 3 months through 5 years. The program is built on an emergent curriculum approach where university-trained educators personalize learning based on each child's developmental interests, supported by extensive outdoor facilities including gardens, animals, and natural play spaces. State-subsidized childcare and an ASI Diaper Program extend affordability; however, enrollment priority given to CSUF students and faculty may limit availability for community families, and campus location logistics require advance confirmation of feasibility.
Safety6.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion7.0
Management7.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars7.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Aims to provide a safe, nurturing, and productive learning environment with developmentally appropriate activities planned to meet the needs and interests of children. NAEYC-accredited program.
Programs & activities: Curriculum-based activities in math, literacy, science, and social-emotional learning; storytelling, music/movement, and group activities. Serves children from three months through the pre-kindergarten year, with parenting resources and child-development advising.
What sets it apart: NAEYC-accredited. Hours 7:45AM-5:45PM Mon-Thu and 7:45AM-5:15PM Fri. Offers state-subsidized childcare and an ASI Diaper Program (up to 75 free diapers monthly per child). Tuition effective 7/1/25: CSUF student rates $28-$75 daily, non-student $39-$108 daily by age and part/full-day.
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