Mcoe Salinas Child Development Head Start/State Ps

Monterey County Office of Education Early Learning Program serves 732 children ages 3-5 years through Head Start and State-funded programs in partnership with local school districts. The program provides comprehensive early childhood education and family services with a focus on cultural and linguistic diversity, nutrition, health, and college and career readiness.

Philosophy

Cultural and linguistic diversity is a strength to be respected and celebrated. The program believes children and families come with unique backgrounds, experiences and strengths, and commits to working in full participation with families to support individual needs. Good nutrition, physical activity, and sound health practices are key elements for optimum brain development. Well-prepared staff are essential to providing high-quality services, and fiscal accountability is the mechanism for maintaining program success.

Ages served

3-5 years (also serves infants and toddlers through Early Head Start from prenatal to 3 years)

Not stated on their website: Specific hours of operation, Outdoor play facilities, Meals provided, Tuition cost, Teacher-child ratio, Specific curriculum or learning programs, Enrollment process or application requirements. 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.