South Coast Head Start offers a fun, researched-based curriculum; free and healthy meals; inclusive services for children with disabilities; child development, nutrition, and health screenings with follow-up support for all enrolled children. Our services are for pregnant mother to children age 5.
We offer multiple program options, including:
- Head Start Seasonal Half Day Program
- Head Start School Year Program
- Early Head Start Home Based Program
- Full Day Option for all age groups.
ENROLLMENT
To apply for program services, families need to:
- Complete Program Application
- Submit Child Birth Verification
- Submit Family Income Verification
- Complete application review meeting
Priority for enrollment is based on child age, family income, disabilities, and other factors that demonstrate a need for services.
Children in foster care, experiencing homeless, or receiving public assistance are automatically eligible for services.
SCHOOL READINESS
The Head Start approach to school readiness means that children are ready for school, families are ready to support their children’s learning, and schools are ready for children. Head Start is a leader in the early childhood field with a strong, clear, and comprehensive focus on all aspects of healthy development, including physical, cognitive, and social/emotional development, all of which are essential to children getting ready for school.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
As the 1st and most important teacher, parents are welcome and encouraged to participate in all areas of the program. Parents are decision makers, volunteers, group and committee members. Our parent Policy Council is comprised of parent representatives from each class and is an important part of program planning and development.
At South Coast Head
Start, we believe that
each child deserves an
enriching environment
to learn and grow.
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