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Maac Hickory Infant Center

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Ages
Infants (0–2 yrs)
Teacher ratio
1:4 (CA min)

635 North Hickory Street, Escondido, CA 92025

Visit website ↗(760) 419-8623Directions ↗Licensed for 15
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Licensing & safety record

✓ Clean licensing record

No citations or complaint visits on file with state licensing as of 2025-09-29. Last licensing visit: 5/30/2025 (3 total).

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

About this preschool

MAAC is a private, non-profit social service agency operating Head Start, Early Head Start, and California state-funded preschool programs across San Diego's North and South County for children birth to five. The organization provides center-based and family child care options with hours up to 10 hours per day, including comprehensive family support services.

Philosophy
MAAC is committed to supporting family members in their journey of growth and change. The organization recognizes and honors each family's strengths, needs, and interests, empowering parents and guardians as primary educators. MAAC encourages parent involvement through workshops, parent-teacher conferences, parent groups, and classroom volunteer opportunities.
Ages served
Birth to 5 years
Hours
Infant and toddler programs: up to 10 hours per day for both center-based and family child care. Preschool programs: up to 6.5 hours per day (part-day) or up to 10 hours per day (full-day)

Programs

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

Highlights

  • ✓Serves diverse populations including dual language learners, children and parents with disabilities, and families experiencing homelessness
  • ✓Provides comprehensive family support services including education, health, nutrition, mental health, and social services
  • ✓Operates 20 locations across North and South County communities
  • ✓Offers blended programs combining Head Start and State Preschool for extended hours and enriched services

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