Mission Statement:

Our mission is to provide exceptional childcare services while facilitating the emotional, physical, psychological and intellectual development of children in a safe, caring, and nurturing environment.

History:

Covina Development Center (CDC) was originally established in 1957 by parents who were unable to find programs for their children with Developmental Disabilities. It was one of six programs, sponsored by the ARC of San Gabriel Valley until 1997 when ARC discontinued operations. At that time a new California Non-Profit Public Benefit Corporation was formed and CDC became an independent school to serve young children with and without special needs.

CDC is much more than a preschool: our preschool program is only a part of our total services. We serve children, with and without special needs and their families. Additionally, we serve other individuals and groups in the community.

CDC's curriculum has been recognized for its excellence by various state agencies and also nationally. It has been used as a model to develop curricula for programs throughout the United States which serve young children and those with special needs.