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Montebello Gardens Head Start

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

4700 Pine St., Pico Rivera, CA 90660

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
2/11/2025
Total visits
4

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

Montebello Gardens Head Start is a Head Start and Early Learning Program operated by Montebello Unified School District. The program serves children from Bell Gardens, Commerce, Montebello, and portions of Downey and Los Angeles.

Ages served
Preschool
Meals
Free summer meals available

Highlights

  • ✓Portfolio-based learning with documented projects
  • ✓Father Family Friday events and community engagement
  • ✓Policy Council meetings with hybrid participation options
  • ✓100% enrollment achievement

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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