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Oakhill Child Development Center/Nccs

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

1317 Oakhill Drive, Escondido, CA 92027

Visit website ↗(760) 739-9195Directions ↗Licensed for 96
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
11/20/2024
Total visits
6

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

Growing Minds is a non-profit organization offering quality early childhood education to income-eligible families in North County, with five locations in Escondido and Oceanside. The organization has been serving families for over 50 years with a mission to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond.

Philosophy
Rooted in community since 1972, Growing Minds enhances the lives of families by educating and preparing children for kindergarten and beyond. The organization invests in teachers as part of the community they serve and provides mentoring and educational assistance to improve quality of life for both children and educators.
Ages served
Infants (3 months and older) through preschool

Highlights

  • ✓Non-profit organization serving income-eligible families
  • ✓Free or low-cost preschool available
  • ✓Five locations throughout North County
  • ✓Teacher mentoring and educational assistance programs

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