Head Start is free preschool program for children between the ages of three and five. Head Start provides early child hood education to children as well as parenting support. Parents are encouraged to participate in the classroom with their children. Some Head Start programs provide parents help with job training and education. The program lasts for about 4 to 6 hours a day and usually is in session during the school year.
To be eligible for Head Start, you must meet the income guidelines. To find out where your local Head Start Program is located and if you are eligible call 215-551-6330 or check out: http://phsa.theabramgroup.com/stateMap2.cfm.
Early Head Start is a program for low income pregnant women and children under age 3. Early Head Start provides home visits, parent-child groups, nutrition instruction, referrals to health and social service providers, and parenting support. The program also provides educational and employment support to parents.
Call 215-590-7270 or check http://www.ehsnrc.org/ProgramLocator/ehssites.cfm to find out if there is a program near you and if you and your child are eligible.
Last updated: Summer 2007
