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Maac Project Head Start Carlsbad 1 - Eureka Place

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

3368 Eureka Place, Carlsbad, CA 92008

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
4/21/2025
Total visits
4

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

MAAC Project Head Start Carlsbad 1 - Eureka Place is a federally funded Head Start program serving children from birth to five years of age as part of MAAC's Child Development Program. The program offers center-based and family childcare options with flexible scheduling from part-day to full-day care.

Philosophy
MAAC is committed to supporting family members in their journey of growth and change, recognizing and honoring each family's strengths, needs, and interests, and empowering parents and guardians as primary educators. MAAC serves diverse populations including dual language learners, children and parents with disabilities, and families experiencing homelessness.
Ages served
Birth to 5 years
Hours
Part-day extended (up to 6.5 hours) and full-day (up to 10 hours) programs available

Programs

  • •Head Start
  • •Early Head Start
  • •California State Preschool
  • •Full-day center-based programs
  • •Full-day family child care programs
  • •Part-day extended center-based program

Highlights

  • ✓Blended programs combining Head Start and State Preschool at full-day sites
  • ✓Comprehensive family-focused support services including education, health, nutrition, mental health, and social services
  • ✓Family education and development opportunities through workshops, parent-teacher conferences, and classroom volunteer opportunities
  • ✓Serves 1,324 children across twenty locations in San Diego's North and South County

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