Head Start Programs in ZIP 90249 (Gardena, CA)

The current data lists 4 federally funded head start programs that serve ZIP 90249 in Gardena, CA.

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Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that combine early education with nutrition, developmental screening, and family support. Programs are generally free for eligible families and prioritize children from low-income households, children in foster care, and children with disabilities.

Side-by-side provider data

ProviderCare typeOverallOwnershipLicensed capacity
Aloha Learning Center (PACE)Head Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported92
First Steps (PACE)Head Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported16
Pace - St. John Head Start CenterHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported45
St. John (PACE)Head Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported32

What to weigh in ZIP 90249

Treat any single record as a starting point, not a verdict. Child care quality lives in the details: staff-to-child ratios, caregiver training and turnover, how the space is kept, and whether the program's schedule and approach fit your family's needs.

When you are choosing care in ZIP 90249, Gardena, CA, visit in person if you can, ask about current openings and waitlists, and get tuition, hours, and holiday schedules in writing. Also ask how the program handles sick days, late pickups, and concerns that come up during the day.

Nearby ZIP codes with head start programs

ZIP 90248Head Start Programs
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Head Start Programs on record in ZIP 90249

Head Start Program Aloha Learning Center (PACE) Gardena, CA 90249 Capacity 92 Head Start Program First Steps (PACE) Gardena, CA 90249 Capacity 16 Head Start Program Pace - St. John Head Start Center Gardena, CA 90249 Capacity 45 Head Start Program St. John (PACE) Gardena, CA 90249 Capacity 32
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State licensing data for ZIP 90249

The current data counts 4 head start programss in ZIP 90249; 0 (0%) publish a quality rating. No provider in this ZIP carries a published overall star rating in the current data, so comparison here rests on inspection, staffing, and quality details. 4 of these providers report 185 licensed child care spaces in total.

Providers on record4
With a published overall ratingNone published
Average overall ratingNot published
Highest-rated providerNot published
Ownership mixNot reported
Licensed capacity (total)185

Frequently asked questions

Where does this information come from?
All figures come from public state datasets (state child care licensing records and registries; processing date 2026-10-07). Verify current details with the provider before making care decisions.
What is the average quality rating for head start programs in ZIP 90249?
The state does not publish quality ratings for the head start programs currently listed in ZIP 90249. Inspection and quality information is still available for each provider.
How many licensed child care spaces are reported in ZIP 90249?
185 licensed child care spaces are reported across 4 providers in ZIP 90249. Licensed capacity is published for child care centers; other provider types do not report it.
What other ZIP codes near Gardena have head start programs?
Head Start Programs are also listed in 1 neighboring ZIP code in Gardena. Use the cards on this page to open each ZIP directory.
How do I choose a head start program in ZIP 90249?
To compare Head Start programs, confirm eligibility and application steps, and ask about hours, transportation, meals, and how the program coordinates with services your family already uses. Local programs can differ in schedules and offerings.
How many head start programs in ZIP 90249 have a published rating?
None of the head start programs currently listed in ZIP 90249 have a published state quality rating in this data.

About the data

This page draws on public state licensing datasets including state child care licensing records and registries, processing date 2026-10-07. See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is provided for general information only.

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