Head Start

Head Start is a Federal and State funded program for parents and preschool children. The program says the whole family is important and the parents are the primary educator of their child. Head Start provides a comprehensive child development program that addresses the needs of children and families in the area of education, social services, health, nutrition, disabilities and mental health, and parent involvement.

Children come to Head Start centers 5 days weekly, participating in developmental activities which prepare them for success in kindergarten. The program offers half day and extended day preschool. Breakfast, lunch and snack are served at no cost to parents.

What You Can Expect From Head Start

Adults

• Leadership Development
• Training Workshops
• Parent Enrichment
• Personal Growth Information
• Career Development / Job Opportunities
• Social Services

Children

• Socialization Experience
• Fun Learning Activities
• Field Trips
• Individualized Education Plan
• Developmental Screenings
• Referral

Fee: No Fee for half day. Sliding Scale for extended day program

Hours of Operation:

Half Day Preschool (school year calendar) 8:15 to 12:15 (time may vary based on site location)
Extended Day Program (full day/full year) 7:30 to 5:30

Head Start Classroom Locations:
Ansonia TEAM Early Care and Education Center 80 Howard Avenue Phone: 203-734-8609	Milford Margaet Egan Center 35 Matthew St. 203-874-9396
Harry F. Ford Community Center 4 Fourth Street Phone: 203-732-3301	Seymour Seymour Middle School 211 Mountain Road Phone: (203) 878-9153