Head Start &
Early Head Start
Quality Early Childhood Education Helping Your Children and Families Prepare for Life
OVERVIEW
Early Head Start and Head Start promote school readiness by encouraging parent involvement and through the cognitive, social, emotional, language, and physical development of children birth through 5 years old.
APPLY
To process your application, you will need:
Social Security Information or TANF letter Proof of residence
Proof of Income (such as pay stubs, Form W-2, Form 1040, or others)
Child’s state-issued birth certificate
Copy of child’s Medicaid or private insurance card
For children in need of special services: Individualized Education Plan (IEP), Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), or doctor’s documentation
ELIGIBILITY
Please be aware, our Head Start and Early Head Start classrooms have different age requirements.
Head Start Requirements
Age: 3 to 5 years of age.
Early Head Start Requirements
Age: 6 weeks to 3 years.
LOCATIONS
You can find Family Service Head Start & Early Head Start offered within:
Northside Independent School District
Judson Independent School District
North East Independent School District
East side of San Antonio
Multiple partnerships throughout the city
READY KIDS
Through evidence-based curriculum, quality care, and instructional support, we ensure every child develops school readiness skills and are prepared to enter kindergarten.
EMPOWERED CHILDREN
High-quality, comprehensive early childhood education empowers children to reach their full potential.
Frequently Asked Question
How much does it cost?
Head Start enrollment is free based on household income.
Where are Family Service's Head Start Centers?
Our centers are located in the Northside Independent School District, a center in the North East Independent School District and a center in the Judson Independent School District.
How are Head Start and Early Head Start different than sending my child to daycare?
Head Start and Early Head Start are based on early education curricula and years of research. Head Start aims to prepare your child for school and helps encourage them in their cognitive, social and emotional development. Head Start also focuses on the importance of the family dynamic and provides support for parents and guardians as the child’s first teacher.
What are your hours?
They vary depending on the specific Center. After you complete your application, you will receive more information on your Center.
Office:
702 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212
