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Maac Project Head Start, Rincon

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

33509 Valley Center Road, Valley Center, CA 92082

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
12/12/2024
Total visits
2

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

MAAC Project Head Start is a private, non-profit child development program serving infants through 5-year-old children across San Diego's North and South County. The program offers federally funded Head Start, Early Head Start, and California state-funded preschool options.

Philosophy
MAAC is committed to supporting family members in their journey of growth and change. We recognize and honor each family's strengths, needs, and interests, empowering parents and guardians as primary educators. Staff are responsive to each child's and family's unique circumstances, providing family-focused resources and support services including education, health, nutrition, mental health, and social services.
Ages served
Birth to 5 years
Hours
Infant and Toddler programs: up to 10 hours per day (center-based and family child care). Preschool programs: part-day extended 6.5 hours per day, or full-day up to 10 hours per day (center-based and family child care).

Programs

  • •Head Start
  • •Early Head Start
  • •California State Preschool
  • •Full-day center-based programs
  • •Part-day extended center-based programs
  • •Family child care programs
  • •Blended programs (Head Start and State Preschool combined)

Highlights

  • ✓Serves diverse populations including dual language learners, children and parents with disabilities, and families experiencing homelessness
  • ✓Comprehensive support services: education, health, nutrition, mental health, social services
  • ✓Parent engagement through workshops, conferences, parent groups, and classroom volunteer opportunities
  • ✓Operating for over 45 years in San Diego communities

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