Welcome to 4Cs of San Mateo County

Since 1972, 4Cs has been a trusted resource to help parents living and working in San Mateo County find and pay for child care and preschool and to grow as parents. We are also a one-stop shop for our county's 1,000 licensed childcare providers and preschool programs, investing in the field's professional development and helping improve program quality through a variety of programs and services. We invite you to learn more about 4Cs and join us in making a difference in the daily lives and healthy development of the children of San Mateo County.

4Cs FLASH!

Do you need child care assistance right now?  Have you received Cash-Aid (also known as Welfare) with the last 24 months? If your answer is 'yes' to these two questions, you may be eligible to immediately receive child care assistance. Please call (650) 655-6770 for further assistance.