Head Start / Early Head Start

• Location: Nationwide (federally funded local providers)
• Website: https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/
• Twitter/X: https://x.com/NatlHeadStart
• Description: Head Start / Early Head Start is a federal early childhood program delivered through local agencies serving birth through age 5. It’s known for comprehensive family services, health and developmental supports, and strong kindergarten readiness goals. Typical offerings include preschool learning, family engagement, and nutrition and screening supports (by provider). It can be a strong VPK-style option for families seeking a comprehensive, community-based pre-K pathway. Because services vary by location, confirm hours, ages served, and enrollment details on the school’s website.

Related VPK pages

• Micro-Lessons
• The Etymology of “Kindergarten” And The Global Vocabulary of Early Learning (VPK, Pre-K, Preschool)
• Acelero Learning (Head Start Provider)
• Dod Child Development Centers (Militarychildcare.com)