Helping Parents Find Child Care in Los Angeles

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Get Instant Child Care Referrals

Looking for Referrals? Discover how you can get instant referrals based on your family's need.

Build your Career with Pathways LA

Explore opportunities, grow your skills, and make an impact in your community. Launch your career with Pathways LA.

Explore our Upcoming Family Events

Join our monthly family events, workshops, trainings and more!

Be a part of brighter futures!

Whether you are a parent, child care provider, or community advocate we can point you in the right direction.

PARENTS

Get help paying for and finding child care, learn about Leadership Development and get updates on the latest Parent & Family Events.

PROVIDERS

Get support becoming a licensed child care provider and learn about provider payments and professional development opportunities.

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Pathways LA Child Care Centers

Pathways LA operates two centers: West Hollywood Preschool in Plummer Park and The Pathways LA Child Development Center at Union Station.

Upcoming Events

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Parent Series: Opening Doors

EVENT DATE: June 17, 2026

Join us for our Opening Doors 10 Session Parent Training Series! A program for parents with children ages 0-5years. You will learn : -How to help your children’s healthy development -How to prepare them to be successful in school -How to advocate for your children -What resources and services are available to support your family […]

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Our Community

Pathways LA Family

Thanks to Pathways LA, our children are in a nurturing place where they can learn, grow, and thrive—giving our family confidence and peace of mind every day.

Pathways LA Parent

I’m truly grateful to the entire team. As a parent, finding reliable, high-quality childcare can feel overwhelming, but this program made the process so much easier. The level of care, communication, and genuine support we experienced has made a lasting impact on our family. Thank you for making such a difference.

Pathways LA Provider

For over 15 years, I’ve been committed to creating a nurturing space where children can grow and families feel supported. My passion for early childhood education drives me not only to support the children in my care, but also to uplift and mentor other providers in our community.

The Croak Family

Parent

Child Care Provider

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Strong families build strong communities

90%

Of a child’s brain develops by age 5

$2K

More per month, earned by families enrolled in a quality preschool program

17%

More likely to graduate from high school

70%

Less likely to be arrested for a violent crime by age 18

45%

Reduction in chronic absenteeism once participants enter K-12

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The assistance I receive from pathways LA helped me get back on my feet. I’m able to provide a better future for my daughter. I am now employed and currently getting my master’s degree.