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Preschools/CA/Richmond/Contra Costa Co. Head Start - Balboa CDC
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Contra Costa Co. Head Start - Balboa CDC

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

1001 S. 57th Street, Richmond, CA 94804

Visit website ↗(510) 374-7025Directions ↗Licensed for 140
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
8
3 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
7
Last visit
4/10/2025
Total visits
28

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

Contra Costa County Head Start operates Early Head Start and State Preschool programs as part of the Employment & Human Services department. The program provides early childhood education along with comprehensive services including nutrition, health, disabilities support, and mental health services.

Philosophy
Dedicated to helping Contra Costa families and neighbors with employment and human services needs, committed to providing care and education through the Head Start program and supporting school readiness.
Meals
Nutrition services provided

Programs

  • •Early Head Start
  • •State Preschool
  • •Home-based Option

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Hours, Specific ages served, Teacher ratio, Outdoor space, Specific locations for Balboa CDC. Ask the preschool directly.

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