Heritage schools in California must meet specific criteria and provide notice to parents regarding their exemption from childcare licensure.

Heritage schools in California must serve children aged 4 years and 9 months or older, including those in kindergarten through grade 12. These schools must specify regular hours, offer education or tutoring, and provide cultural education and activities from a country other than the United States. Directors of these schools must complete at least 15 hours of health and safety training, including pediatric first aid, CPR, and preventive health practices. Heritage schools are exempt from childcare licensure by the State Department of Social Services.

Heritage schools in California must meet specific criteria and provide notice to parents regarding their exemption from childcare licensure.

Heritage schools in California must serve children aged 4 years and 9 months or older, including those in kindergarten through grade 12. These schools must specify regular hours, offer education or tutoring, and provide cultural education and activities from a country other than the United States. Directors of these schools must complete at least 15 hours of health and safety training, including pediatric first aid, CPR, and preventive health practices. Heritage schools are exempt from childcare licensure by the State Department of Social Services.