Head Start
Call today for more information and to enroll your child.
phone: (831) 688-3802 or
(831) 724-3885
Head Start has been improving the lives of low-income children and families in Santa Cruz County since 1965 through high-quality, comprehensive child development and family support services. Head Start supports school readiness and promotes healthy families through delivery of education, health and social services.
Enrollment opportunities are available to children aged 3-5 years in center or home visiting options located in the City of Santa Cruz, mid-county, and the Watsonville-Freedom area. Part-day classes and the home visiting program are offered September through May.
Free services include:
- Early childhood education
- Parent education
- Health and dental screening
- Parent involvement
- Social services
- Nutrition and developmental assessments
- Resources and referrals for families
Head Start ensures that every child is ready to learn by offering families opportunities to:
- Learn new information
- Develop new skills
- Participate in decision-making
- Volunteer
- Set and meet family goals
- Advocate for their child
- Participate in family literacy activities
- And, much more!
Call Head Start TODAY to enroll your child in a nationally-renowned child development program!
