Children’s Center

Santa Rosa Junior College Children’s Center operates a developmentally appropriate program primarily for the children of students subsidized for care services. Limited availability for full cost care for staff, faculty, and community members. The center also serves as a model demonstration program/lab school for students studying Child Development and as an on-campus teacher training site. The program is funded by the California Department of Education, the Sonoma County Junior College District, and the California Department of Social Services.

The guidelines for subsidized care are established by the California Department of Education and the California Department of Social Services. Fees for subsidized spots, when applicable, are based on a sliding scale. Enrollment priorities can be found on the Children’s Center website.  Nonsubsidized openings are based on a fee scale.

Located in the Robert Call Child Development Center facility on the Santa Rosa Campus, the center serves approximately 75 children ages six months to five years. The program follows the academic calendar and is open from 8:30 am until 3:15 pm, Monday–Thursday, and 8:30 am–12:30 pm on Fridays during the fall and spring semesters.

The program features environments that are child centered, allowing children freedom and independence to choose their play materials. Young children learn through play and exploration. We provide a nurturing and safe environment while respecting diverse family backgrounds and accommodating many different learning styles. Additionally, the center follows the philosophies the Program for Infant Toddler Care and Teaching Pyramid.  Breakfast and lunch served daily.

For more information call (707) 527-4224, email childrenscenter@santarosa.edu, or visit childrenscenter.santarosa.edu