Leaders in School Readiness
More than 320,000 Head Start children enter kindergarten every year. When Head Start programs and receiving schools partner on school readiness, children have smoother transitions and continued progress.
About Us
MyPeers – Social Network for Early Childhood Professionals
MyPeers is an online social and learning network for Head Start program staff and partners to dialogue and share thoughts.
About the Office of Head Start
Office of Head Start administers grant funding and oversight to agencies that provide Head Start services in communities across the country. OHS also provides policy direction and training and technical assistance.
National Center on Parent, Family, and Community Engagement (NCPFCE)
The National Center on Parent, Family, and Community Engagement (NCPFCE) provides training and technical assistance (TTA) for Head Start staff who work with families. NCPFCE professional development activities reflect current evidence.
A Report on Tribal Language Revitalization in Head Start - 2015
A Report on Tribal Language Revitalization in Head Start - 2015 Version
Head Start FAQs
Head Start programs offer families support services and the chance to participate as full partners in their child's education. Parents can refer to these FAQs to learn more about the national program.
How to Apply
Get answers to your questions about the steps to enroll your child in a Head Start program. If you are pregnant, you can also follow these steps to enroll in Head Start services for yourself.
National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning (NCECDTL)
NCECDTL advances best practices in the identification, development, and promotion of the implementation of evidence-based child development and teaching and learning practices.
Office of Head Start (OHS)
The Office of Head Start (OHS) administers grant funding and oversight to the agencies that provide Head Start services.
National Center on Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety (NCHBHS)
NCHBHS designs evidence-based resources and delivers innovative training and technical assistance (TTA) to build the capacity of Head Start and other early childhood programs to support children's healthy development and school success.