Holtville, CA

Holtville Head Start Center provides comprehensive early childhood education and development services to low-income families in the Imperial Valley. The center focuses on school readiness through a research-based curriculum that addresses cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. All teachers meet Head Start qualification requirements with degrees in early childhood education or child development. The program includes health screenings, nutritious meals, family engagement activities, and inclusive services for children with disabilities. Facilities feature age-appropriate learning environments with both indoor and outdoor play areas designed to support developmental milestones.

Located at Imperial Valley College just 15 minutes from Holtville, this NAEYC-accredited center serves as both a high-quality childcare facility and laboratory school for early childhood education students. The center implements a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with California's early learning foundations. Features include low teacher-child ratios, degreed lead teachers, observation rooms for parent viewing, and extensive outdoor learning environments. The program emphasizes bilingual development (English/Spanish) and serves as a training ground for future early childhood educators while providing exceptional care for community families.

Little Learners provides a structured academic preschool program combined with flexible childcare options for working families. The center uses a balanced literacy approach and hands-on math and science curriculum to prepare children for kindergarten success. Safety features include secure entry systems, comprehensive background checks for staff, and regular safety drills. The facility includes multiple age-specific classrooms, a large outdoor playground with safety surfaces, and dedicated art and music areas. Teachers hold early childhood credentials and participate in ongoing professional development, with many staff members bilingual in English and Spanish to support diverse family needs.