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Nelson Laup

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

330 California Ave, La Puente, CA 91744

Visit website ↗(626) 933-8439Directions ↗Licensed for 48
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
9/19/2025
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

Hacienda La Puente USD Child Development/Early Primary Programs has been providing quality early childhood education since 1973 for children in La Puente, Valinda, and Hacienda Heights. The department offers Head Start, State Preschool, and Child Development Center programs with a curriculum philosophy centered on learning through play and active exploration.

Philosophy
Young children learn best by doing. Learning requires active thinking and experimenting to find out how things work. Play provides the foundation for academic learning and is the work of young children.

Programs

  • •Head Start (half-day & full-day classes)
  • •State Preschool (half-day classes)
  • •Child Development Center (all day/year round)

Highlights

  • ✓Serving the community since 1973
  • ✓Multiple program options including full-day and half-day classes
  • ✓Student assessments using Desired Results Development Profile
  • ✓Play-based learning curriculum

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Hours, Teacher ratio, Meals, Outdoor play facilities, Ages served, Religious affiliation. 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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