Kinds of child care licenses in California and the ages they cover

Infant center, preschool-age center, school-age center and the single license: what each one means, and which child care is not in this directory at all.

How to choose a child care center in California: a short checklist

Six steps for parents: decide what you need, make a short list, check the license, call, visit, and read the paperwork before the first day.