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South Dos Palos Head Start

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

8540 Christian, Dos Palos, CA 93665

Visit website ↗(209) 827-5641Directions ↗Licensed for 42
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
1/14/2025
Total visits
5

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

Head Start (HS) & Early Head Start (EHS) are free educational programs for pregnant people, children age 0-5 and their families. Program options include Part Day (3 1/2 hours), School Day (6 1/2 hours), Full Day (10 hours), Home-based and Family Child Care.

Ages served
0-5 years, pregnant people

Programs

  • •Part Day (3 1/2 hours)
  • •School Day (6 1/2 hours)
  • •Full Day (10 hours)
  • •Home-based
  • •Family Child Care

Not stated on their website: Philosophy, Hours (specific times), Outdoor activities, Meals, Teacher ratio, Tuition (free, but income/criteria eligibility required). Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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