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Empire Head Start

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

5201 First St, Empire, CA 95319

Visit website ↗(209) 527-9884Directions ↗Licensed for 20
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
4/4/2024
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

Empire Head Start is a program committed to promoting and supporting social emotional development in young children as a foundation for learning, operating in partnership with families. The program offers Head Start and Early Head Start services with multiple classroom locations.

Philosophy
In partnership with families, EUSD Head Start is committed to promoting and supporting social emotional development in young children as a foundation for learning.

Programs

  • •Head Start
  • •Early Head Start

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