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United Families, INC. El Centro Preschool

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

1660 Smoketree Drive, El Centro, CA 92243

Visit website ↗(760) 353-2051Directions ↗Licensed for 24
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
6/5/2023
Total visits
1

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

United Families, Inc. El Centro Preschool is a non-profit organization founded in 1996 that provides quality early education services throughout Imperial County. The school emphasizes fostering each child's unique growth pattern, language, and cultural heritage with respect and equal education.

Philosophy
Based on the belief that each child has a unique pattern and timing of growth, they are entitled to protection, respect and equal education. The agency emphasizes the importance of fostering and respecting each child's language and cultural heritage.

Highlights

  • ✓Non-profit organization with 50+ years of combined leadership experience in child development
  • ✓Focus on brain development research and proper growth stimulation
  • ✓Emphasis on cultural heritage and language preservation

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