Child Care
City of Moreno Valley Child Care Options
A Child's Place
If you are a working parent looking for a safe, licensed environment that supports your child's education, A Child's Place is the ideal fit. This program offers daily homework assistance alongside fun activities like arts, crafts, and organized recreation. To keep students fueled, they receive a daily nutritious snack during regular school days. On non-student days, we provide a daily breakfast, lunch, and both morning and afternoon snacks at no cost. As it is subsidized by the California Department of Social Services, the program is specifically designed to be affordable, or free, for families who meet certain eligibility requirements.
Ages
4 yrs 9 mo — 13 yrs
- Must be enrolled in school
- Licensed by the State of California
Schedule
Monday–Friday
School dismissal — 6:00 p.m.
- Full-day care during school breaks
- 7:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m. on break days
What's Included
Daily Homework Help
- Arts and crafts
- Organized recreation
- Safe, licensed environment
Locations
Armada, Creekside, Sunnymead, and Rainbow Ridge Elementary Schools.
Schedule: Monday–Friday from school dismissal until 6:00 p.m. Full-day care (7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.) is available during school breaks.
Sliding-Scale Fees
Fees are based on a sliding scale according to family size and income — affordable, or free, for eligible families.
Eligibility: Parents/guardians must be working, attending school, seeking employment, or seeking housing.
For more information, please contact Georgina Lundberg at 951.413.3286 or email achildsplace@moval.org.
Time 4 Tots
Time 4 Tots serves as a "first step" for toddlers to get comfortable in a classroom-like setting. This recreation-based program focuses on early development and school readiness by teaching fundamentals like shapes, colors, letters, and numbers. Through a mix of music, games, and crafts, children learn how to socialize and follow a schedule in a supportive environment.
Class Schedule
- Monday – Thursday
- 9:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
- Recreation-based, unlicensed program managed by City staff
What's Included
Daily Lessons
- Letters
- Numbers
- Crafts that promote motor skills
Time 4 Tots Location
Conference & Recreation Center
14075 Frederick St., Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Moves to Towngate Community Center for the summer session.
Required at registration: Children must be potty trained. A birth certificate and immunization records (including a current TB test) are required.
For more information, please call 951.413.3280 or email recreation@moval.org.
Valley Kids Camp
When school is out, Valley Kids Camp is the place to be. This program is designed for children ages 5 to 12 to help kids stay active and connected to their peers during school breaks. The day is packed with a variety of games, music, and recreational activities. The program even provides two nutritious snacks every day to keep campers fueled up.
Ages & Cost
Ages 5 — 12
$140 / week
- Birth certificate required
- Online or in-person registration
Schedule
Seasonal during school breaks
Monday – Friday
7:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.
- Games & music
- Recreational activities
Summer Sessions
- Week 1: 6/8 – 6/12
- Week 2: 6/15 – 6/18
- Week 3: 6/22 – 6/26
- Week 4: 6/29 – 7/2
- Week 5: 7/6 – 7/10
- Week 6: 7/13 – 7/17
- Week 7: 7/20 – 7/24
- Week 8: 7/27 – 7/31
- Week 9: 8/3 – 8/7
Valley Kids Camp Location
Conference & Recreation Center
14075 Frederick St., Moreno Valley, CA 92553
How to Apply: Registration can be completed online or in person at the Conference & Recreation Center. A birth certificate is required.
Two Snacks Daily
Campers are kept fueled with two nutritious snacks every day, plus games, music, and recreational activities to keep them moving.
For more information, please call 951.413.3280 or email recreation@moval.org.
After School Education and Safety Program
The After School Education and Safety Program for the 2025–2026 school year is a collaborative effort between Think Together, the City of Moreno Valley, and the Moreno Valley and Val Verde Unified School Districts. This after-school initiative serves K–12 students by providing a safe environment that offers homework support, academic activities, and enrichment in areas such as English Language Arts, Math, STEM, and the arts.
What's Offered
- Homework support
- Academic activities
- English Language Arts & Math
- STEM enrichment
- The arts
Program Partners
- Think Together
- City of Moreno Valley
- Moreno Valley Unified School District
- Val Verde Unified School District
Serves: K–12 students
Register Your Child
Click the registration button and complete the application through Think Together's Parent Portal.
For more information, please call 951.571.9944.
Have Questions?
For questions about our child care options, contact Parks & Community Services: