Crystal Stairs is the largest
child development service
provider and advocate for
families and child care
providers in South Los Angeles.
Synthia Saint James, Freedom School, X’ x X’ mural located at Crystal Stairs headquarters
Our Vision Expressed Through the Arts
about us
Our Programs
Head Start, State Preschool and Early Head Start Programs
Provides quality early learning and preschool along with family services that support the enhancement of the overall family development, including health, mental health, nutrition, disabilities and family support services for children 0 – 5 years old.
Child Care Subsidy Programs
Assists low-income families in paying for child care and managing work and family obstacles as they transition from welfare to work.
Resource & Referral Program
Provides information to all parents and the community about the availability of child care in their area. The program provides direct services for child care providers including assistance in licensing, professional training, and facilitating provider reimbursement. The R&R program coordinates community resources for the benefit of parents and local child care providers.
Parent Support Services Program
Provides essential resources and enhanced support services for parents to assist them in strengthening their families, enhancing parenting skills, and reaching greater self-sufficiency.
Community Voices
Strengthens parent leadership, civic engagement and ability to create systemic change in child care through advocacy efforts.
Health Outreach Program
Provides enrollment into free or low-cost health care systems as well as community resources to improve the overall health and well-being of children and their families.
African American Provider Network
Engages, empowers, and advances the African American Early Care and Education workforce through a variety of critical resources and supports.
Our Impact
50,000+
children and families served per year
16,000+
children provided with quality school readiness services
10,000+
child care providers paid to
support parents
3,000+
families enrolled in health care services and comprehensive coaching services
