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What is the Head Start program?

The Head Start program is based on the belief that children learn best through a combination of support services. This preschool program provides parental, educational, medical, nutritional, psychological, and social support to help children consistently succeed. What Is Head Start?

What is y Head Start and Early Head Start?

Y Head Start and Early Head Start, A Trusted Family Program As one of the largest providers of Head Start services in Maryland, the Y in Central Maryland is the Grantee for Head Start in Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City and Baltimore County.

What's it like to go to head start?

The school's Head Start program offers half-day kindergarten for three-year-olds and all-day kindergarten for four-year-olds. The school has a beautiful, child-centered, open-concept facility. The community learning center ensures that academic support and recreation opportunities continue after school through a partnership with Neu-Life.

Where can I find early childhood education resources for parents?

For Early Childhood online learning resources for parents, please visit www.browardschools.com/earlychildhood. The Head Start/Early Intervention Department administers the District’s Head Start (HS) Program, a federally funded program that offers free comprehensive services to economically disadvantaged children and families.

Y Head Start and Early Head Start, A Trusted Family Program

As one of the largest providers of Head Start services in Maryland, the Y in Central Maryland is the Grantee for Head Start in Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City and Baltimore County.

View Our Latest Community Report

Our community report gives a comprehensive overview of the impact and performance of our Head Start programs over the past year. Check it out! The vibrant photos, graphics, and personal stories make it very informative and enjoyable.

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How long is the Head Start program?

Length of program. The program is approximately three hours per day (morning or afternoon sessions) with some full-day options for three-year-olds. Four-year-olds attend school all day. Check with the Head Start office at 414-252-0350 for specific program lengths. When to apply.

What is the number to call for MPS Head Start?

Enrollment priority is given to children with special needs. Seats fill quickly! Call MPS Head Start at 414-252-0350 to see whether your family qualifies and to find a program near you. It is vital for children to have a strong academic foundation.

Why is Head Start important?

The Head Start program is based on the belief that children learn best through a combination of support services.