Early Learning

The Child Development Institute (CDI) will renovate the former Canoga Park Library to create an Early Learning Center. Founded on extensive research regarding the most effective early childhood programs, the new Center will provide inclusive services for young children of all abilities age five and under. It will house a broad array of play and learning opportunities and services designed to reach all children in the community, helping to ensure their optimal growth and development and mitigating the risks for developmental challenges. As approximately 1,000 young children and their families explore their world at the Center annually – in the Children’s Discovery Zone, Head Start program, state-of-the-art playgrounds and more – they will be supported by CDI’s staff and team of developmental specialists in a non-stigmatizing, culturally congruent environment. In addition to supporting children’s learning, staff will identify risk factors, conduct developmental assessments, counsel and educate parents, and provide intensive intervention as needed, to ensure the best outcomes for local children.