Orange County Head Start is committed to ensuring that children are ready to learn and socially competent to enter kindergarten. Currently, there are 1,536 children and families at nineteen (19) center-based sites receiving Head Start services. The program also provides full-day child care services for 780 children, allowing families to maintain year-round employment.
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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
Head Start Requirements Upon Registration:Child's Birth Certificate, Current Immunization Record (DH Form 680), Physical Examination (DH Form 3040), Proof of Income (Past 12 Months), Social Security Cards for all Household Members.EnrollmentTo Enroll Your Child, Contact A Head Start Center Location Near You.
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.