Grantee Serving MIDDLESEX, MA

South Middlesex Opportunity Council, Inc. Head Start

A Head Start grantee operating 7 centers across 6 cities. Each location has its own address and contact information.

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Main Office
300 Howard Street
Framingham MA 01702-8313
Contact Phone
(508) 820-8380
Locations
7 centers

About This Organization

Head Start provides comprehensive early education and support services for children ages three to five and their families. In addition to providing center-based and home-based preschool education, the program provides supportive services in the areas of health and dental care, nutrition, special education, parent skill workshops and social services. Children are provided with a daily lunch and breakfast or snack, which meet all federal, and state nutrition guidelines. Door-to-door transportation is provided at many of the centers. Classrooms typically operate from September through May, Mondays through Fridays and from 8:30am to 2pm.
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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

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSFamily income must be at or below the federal poverty guideline though some exceptions may be made for families moderately over these amounts. Children must be 3 years of age by the Kindergarten cutoff date in their community. CONTACT INFORMATIONTo refer a child for services or to get additional information, call (508) 820–8380, or for toll free call (800) 779– 853.

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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