Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Azusa. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
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Options Head Start/CDC — Memorial Park is a CCLD-licensed Head Start provider at 328 N Orange Pl in central Azusa, serving preschool-age children (3–5) through a federally funded program with comprehensive support services. The center's largest capacity in Azusa—135 children—reflects its role as a major community resource; Head Start enrollment is free for families at or below 100% of federal poverty guidelines and includes health screenings, dental referrals, meals, and family support beyond basic care. The High Scope active-learning curriculum ensures consistent educational quality across Options for Learning's 40+ year network of East San Gabriel Valley programs. Families with infants and toddlers will need separate care arrangements, and income eligibility applies: those above federal poverty thresholds should verify their qualification directly with the center.
Safety6.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care3.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion7.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
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<span style="font-size:13px;color:#4A4A46;line-height:1.5;">Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Azusa. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.</span>
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