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Crystal Stairs-Dollarhide

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

1108 N. Oleander Ave., Compton, CA 90222

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
1/9/2024
Total visits
3

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

Crystal Stairs Head Start Program provides comprehensive early childhood education and services for low-income children ages 0-5 and their families in Compton and South Los Angeles. The program includes active learning experiences, nutritional support, social services, and specialized services for children with disabilities.

Philosophy
A critical part of family services mission to improve the lives of families through quality early childhood education, child care services, research, and advocacy by providing comprehensive child development services that enhance social and cognitive development, promote school readiness, maintain cultural heritage and primary language, and create a climate of confidence and dignity.
Ages served
0 to 5 years (Early Head Start for 0-48 months in family child care homes; Head Start for 3-5 years in center-based programs)
Hours
Full day services; full day option available to families meeting employment and/or vocational/training program eligibility requirements
Meals
Nutritional snacks and meals provided

Programs

  • •Head Start Center-Based (ages 3-5)
  • •Early Head Start Family Child Care Homes (ages 0-48 months)
  • •Active Learning Experiences
  • •Social Services
  • •Parent Involvement Activities
  • •Services for Children with Disabilities

Highlights

  • ✓16 Head Start Early Learning Centers across Compton, South Los Angeles, Inglewood, and Hawthorne
  • ✓Comprehensive services including education, health, mental health, and disabilities support
  • ✓Emphasis on maintaining cultural heritage and primary language development
  • ✓Free program for low-income families

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