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Duff Head Start

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

7830 E. Dorothy Ave., Rosemead, CA 91770

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Licensing & safety record

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

Duff Head Start is part of the Garvey School District's Early Learning Department, serving over 800 children and families in the Rosemead, Monterey Park, and San Gabriel areas. The program provides free Early Head Start, Head Start, and State Preschool services with comprehensive educational, health, nutrition, and family support.

Philosophy
The program takes pride in providing high-quality, comprehensive services designed to instill a love for learning that allows for a successful educational experience and lasting success. The program implements an integrated collaborative approach, inclusive of education, health, nutrition, mental health, disability, and family services. The ultimate goal is to ensure that each child has a smooth and successful transition into Kindergarten.
Ages served
Birth to 5 years (Early Head Start for birth to 3 years; Head Start and State Preschool for 3 to 5 years)
Meals
Nutritious meals and snacks

Programs

  • •Early Head Start
  • •Head Start
  • •State Preschool
  • •Home visitation program for infants and toddlers
  • •Center-based classroom services for toddlers ages 18-36 months

Highlights

  • ✓Free program for eligible families
  • ✓School readiness services to prepare children for kindergarten
  • ✓Services for children with special needs
  • ✓Developmental and health screenings

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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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