Head Start Programs in ZIP 95341 (Merced, CA)

Public data maps 6 federally funded head start programs to ZIP 95341 in Merced, 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.

Head Start Programs data comparison

Provider	Care type	Overall	Ownership	Licensed capacity
Danielson Head Start	Head Start Program	Not rated	Not reported	55
Danielson Head Start	Head Start Program	Not rated	Not reported	55
Galen Clark Head Start	Head Start Program	Not rated	Not reported	16
John O'Banion Child Development Center	Head Start Program	Not rated	Not reported	6
Merced Early Learning Center	Head Start Program	Not rated	Not reported	45
Tenaya Head Start/ Early Head Start	Head Start Program	Not rated	Not reported	63

What state licensing data shows for head start programs in ZIP 95341

Among the 6 head start programss listed in ZIP 95341, 0 (0%) have a published quality rating in the current data. 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. 6 of these providers report 240 licensed child care spaces in total.

Providers on record	6
With a published overall rating	None published
Average overall rating	Not published
Highest-rated provider	Not published
Ownership mix	Not reported
Licensed capacity (total)	240

How to compare head start programs in ZIP 95341

A practical first step is to check licensing status and inspection history, since that is the backbone of what is publicly known about a program. Then look at the things licensing does not measure - group sizes, caregiver consistency, and how the daily rhythm actually feels to your family.

When you are choosing care in ZIP 95341, Merced, 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.

Head Start Programs profiles in ZIP 95341

Head Start Program Danielson Head Start Merced, CA 95341 Capacity 55 Head Start Program Danielson Head Start Merced, CA 95341 Capacity 55 Head Start Program Galen Clark Head Start Merced, CA 95341 Capacity 16 Head Start Program John O'Banion Child Development Center Merced, CA 95341 Capacity 6 Head Start Program Merced Early Learning Center Merced, CA 95341 Capacity 45 Head Start Program Tenaya Head Start/ Early Head Start Merced, CA 95341 Capacity 63

Frequently asked questions

Who owns the head start programs in ZIP 95341?

Ownership is not reported for the head start programs currently listed in ZIP 95341.

How many head start programs in ZIP 95341 have a published rating?

None of the head start programs currently listed in ZIP 95341 have a published state quality rating in this data.

How many head start programs are in ZIP 95341?

The current data lists 6 federally funded head start programs with a mailing address in ZIP 95341 (Merced, CA).

What other ZIP codes near Merced have head start programs?

This care type is not listed in any other ZIP code in Merced in the current data.

How do I choose a head start program in ZIP 95341?

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.

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.

Where this data comes from

Data source: 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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