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HeadStartPrograms.org
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Independent, parent-focused directory
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Search by ZIP code or city, or browse by state, to find Head Start and Early Head Start program listings with contact information. Local programs determine eligibility, openings, and enrollment.
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What's the Difference?
Head Start
Ages 3–5
Comprehensive early childhood education, health, and family services for children ages 3 to 5 from low-income families.
- Migrant and Seasonal Head Start — programs serving families of agricultural workers.
- American Indian and Alaska Native Head Start — programs serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
Getting Started
1. Search or browse
Search for nearby programs by ZIP code, city, or state, or browse the full state directory.
2. Contact the program
Reach out to the local program directly to ask about openings and eligibility.
3. Complete enrollment
Finish that program's own local enrollment process. Local programs determine eligibility, availability, and enrollment — not this directory.
How to Apply · Eligibility & Program Types · Documents You May Need · Applications and Waitlists
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