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Aka Head Start - Darnall

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

6020 Hughes Street, San Diego, CA 92115

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
2
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
2/18/2025
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

All Kids Academy Head Start - Darnall is a Head Start program serving children from birth to 5 years in East County San Diego, providing quality school readiness and comprehensive services for children and families. The program focuses on closing the achievement gap and empowering families to help children achieve their full potential.

Philosophy
Closing the achievement gap by providing quality school readiness and comprehensive services for children and families in East County San Diego. School readiness encompasses getting to the core of what each child needs and what is important for their development.
Ages served
Birth to 5 years
Meals
Meals are served to students throughout the course of a year

Programs

  • •Early Head Start
  • •Head Start
  • •Individualized Education Plans for preschoolers with special needs

Highlights

  • ✓Head Start children are more likely to graduate high school, attend college, have a job and enjoy good health compared to their peers
  • ✓Comprehensive child development services
  • ✓Close partnership with families to empower individuals
  • ✓Serves East County San Diego

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