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Headsup Child Development Center

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

2841 Junction Avenue, San Jose, CA 95134

Visit website ↗(408) 432-1644Directions ↗Licensed for 72
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
1 serious (Type A)
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
7/17/2025
Total visits
7

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 2026-04-20). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

HeadsUp! Montessori Infant & Preschool is a Montessori-based early learning center for children ages 0-4 in Palo Alto, CA. The program combines Montessori curriculum with the HeadsUp! approach, which emphasizes awareness of emerging competence and individually-paced learning.

Philosophy
Guided by the HeadsUp!® Approach, the program follows an eclectic blend of classical Montessori roots and modern enhancements, focusing on what children can do rather than what they can memorize. The mission is to nurture young children to grow into bright, motivated, independent, self-confident individuals.
Ages served
0-4 years

Programs

  • •Montessori Infant & Preschool (HeadsUp!)
  • •HeadsUp! Montessori Bilingual Preschool
  • •Core Enrichment Programs

Highlights

  • ✓Open enrollment with freedom to withdraw and re-enroll throughout the year
  • ✓Professional and well-educated staff with Montessori training
  • ✓Parent education component with daily notes home and monthly parent meetings
  • ✓Full day infant daycare available

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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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