Coalición de Latinos Americanos (CODELA) Preschool Program

The Coalición de Latinos Americanos (CODELA) Preschool Program offers preschool for children ages 2–5. It uses bilingual instruction in English and Spanish, mixed-age classrooms, and a low 1:8 child-to-teacher ratio. Meals are prepared daily at the main kitchen in Jaboneria CDC and delivered to all centers, and the program includes toilet training support and inclusive education for children of all abilities, including those with exceptional needs.

Programs

• Preschool Program — Children ages 2–5 · Mon-Fri, 8:00 am-11:00 am or 12:00 pm-3:00 pm · Free preschool for eligible families; 100% subsidized for families that qualify under the State Income Scale Guidelines. Bilingual instruction in English and Spanish.

At a glance

• Ages: 2–5 years old

About the provider

Coalición De Latino Americanos Inc. has served the community since 2001, with 25 years of experience stated. It serves families in Maywood, Bell Gardens, and Hawthorne. The program is recognized as Best Preschool from 2021 to 2024, and its mission is to develop community partnerships that provide a nurturing environment and support services that enhance the growth of children and families to promote self-sufficiency.

Mixed-age classrooms; inclusive education for children of all abilities, including those with exceptional needs; schedule options 8:00 am–11:00 am and 12:00 pm–3:00 pm; required documents include proof of income, proof of address, child’s birth certificate, physician report, and immunization records.

What families say

“A good – greatest PLACE, you can place your KIDS for Their beginnings, Learning their’s Lives. THEY ARE The Best, taking care of your children. Safe, Cleanest, Organized, and So RESPECTFUL from The Administration, at Supervisors, to The Teachers, Staff members, and the Wonderfu” — Carl Cast, enero 3, 2026

Last updated October 10, 2026.