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Encina Early Head Start

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Ages
Infants (0–2 yrs)
Teacher ratio
1:4 (CA min)

1400 Bell Street, Sacramento, CA 95825

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
3/5/2025
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

Encina Early Head Start is a center-based program serving infants and toddlers 18 months to 3 years old with free quality child care and support services. The program operates Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Ages served
18 months to 3rd birthday
Hours
8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday
Meals
Nutritional meals provided

Programs

  • •Child development education
  • •Parent meetings
  • •Mental health services
  • •Services for special needs children
  • •Transition assistance to preschool
  • •Nurse support
  • •Home visits and resource referrals

Highlights

  • ✓Free quality child care
  • ✓Teen parents given priority
  • ✓Mental health services included
  • ✓Support from nurse and School Community Worker

Not stated on their website: Teacher ratio, Outdoor play/facilities, Philosophy, Specific curriculum details. 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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