About Head Start

Introduction to Program

Head Start is a comprehensive early childhood development program serving low-income children ages three to five and their families.

Eligibility Requirements

Head Start programs recruit, select and enroll children who are three to five-years-old from a low-income household, including children with disabilities. A family is categorically eligible for Head Start if the child is homeless or in foster care. Ten percent of enrollment consists of children with disabilities.

Low income is defined as a family income which is equal to or below the federal poverty line. The federal poverty guidelines are updated annually and are available at: https://aspe.hhs.gov/poverty-guidelines. Some families whose income exceeds the federal poverty guidelines may still be eligible for Head Start.

Contact

Families interested in learning more about Head Start can contact ALL GA KIDS at 1-877-ALL GA Kids (1-877-255-4254).