Head Start and ECEAP
This preschool program serves Whatcom County children 3 – 5 years in income eligible families. Services for families enrolled in this program include health assessments, nutrition education, mental health services, social service referrals, home visits, and family support services.
(360) 734-8396 (Whatcom County)
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Who is Eligible?
Head Start generally serves children ages 3 to 5 who meet local eligibility requirements.
Pregnant women and
children from birth to 3 years of age are eligible for Early Head Start services. Children and
families who are homeless, in foster care, or receive TANF or SSI are also eligible for
services. Eligibility is determined by Head Start program staff and some families may be
eligible for services if they are determined to be at or below the federal poverty level. Some
grantees enroll a percentage of children from families with incomes above the Poverty Guidelines
as well.
Families are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Application Information
The following information is needed to determine your child’s eligibility for Head Start, Early Head Start or ECEAP:
Initial Application Forms (Click to download)
Application (English)
Application (Spanish)
Verification of Child’s age
Birth certificate, hospital certificate or medical coupon
Verification of Income
W2 form, pay stubs, TANF or SSI documentation for either the last 12 months or the last calendar year.
Please return these items to:
1111 Cornwall Ave. Suite 200, Bellingham, WA 98225
If your child has special needs
Please provide documentation such as a letter from a physician or therapist or a copy of medical or therapy reports.
Bilingual Staff Available
To arrange assistance in Spanish, Russian, Punjabi or Hindi please contact us at (360) 734-8396 x 352.
Center Locations
This program can operate more than one physical center. Each location below is its own listing with its own address and contact information.
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Please do not submit: Social Security numbers, birth certificates, income or tax documents,
medical records, immigration documents, benefit-account details, or other official application materials through
this form. Official enrollment documents must be submitted directly to the local Head Start program.