Getting started.
Who this helps
Children birth to age 5 and pregnant women. Priority for families at or below federal poverty guidelines. Auto-eligible if receiving TANF, SSI, or SNAP, or if child is in foster care or experiencing homelessness.
How to get started
Contact the Head Start Collaboration Office or your local program to apply. Ask your local grantee about applications and enrollment availability.
How they can help.
Head Start and Early Head Start promote school readiness for children from low-income families. Programs are operated by local grantees statewide. Ask your local grantee about applications and enrollment availability.
- Free preschool education (ages 3-5)
- Early Head Start for infants and toddlers
- Services for pregnant women
- Developmental and health screenings
- Nutritious meals and snacks
- Family support services
- Home-based learning options
What to have ready.
Ask your local grantee which documents to bring.
Call with your questions