HEAD START DELAWARE
Inspire un amor temprano por el aprendizaje que prepare a su hijo para prosperar en la escuela y la vida.
Early childhood education programs for kids birth to 3
A Message About CFF Head Start
Transition Planning & FAQs
On January 17, 2024 Children & Families First shared the difficult news that will not continue to offer our Head Start services after this school year due to ongoing challenges. We plan to keep running Head Start and Early Head Start services until June 30, 2025.
To the staff in our programs, we are very grateful for all that you do to support the children and families in our community, and we are proud to have worked with you over the last four and a half years.
We know this is a big change and there are many questions. We will share important updates as we go through the transition to support you every step of the way. Below please find our FAQ information about the transition and if you cannot find the answer you're seeking there we've also set up online forms to submit your questions, that we will do out best to answer.
Again, we are very thankful for your trust and partnership over the past four years.
Information & Question Forms
for FAMILIES
Information & Question Forms
for STAFF
Give your child a love of learning.
Prepare them for a lifetime of success!
Head Start and Early Head Start are high quality early childhood education programs for children birth to 5 years old, offered at no cost to qualifying families. We welcome children and families of all abilities - including those with special needs, and our nurturing, caring staff partner with parents and families to encourage a love of learning and ensure the child’s well-being and ability to thrive.
If you're ready to give your child a head start, click the button below to apply online.
Need help? Please call us at 302-934-1642
EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM
Using an early-age curriculum to stimulate cognitive and motor skill development our caring, specially trained teachers will nurture your child's curiosity, foster strong, positive family relationships, and ensure your child is supported in reaching important developmental milestones.
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For children birth to 3 years old
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Home-based and center-based programs
HEAD START PROGRAM
We welcome your child into pre-school classrooms where hands-on, play-based, enriching learning experiences; nurturing, enthusiastic teachers; and fun, creative environments give them everything they need to develop the cognitive, social, and emotional skills that form the foundation for future academic success.
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For children 3 to 5 years old
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Center-based pre-school program
+ SUPPORTS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Salud:
Brindamos servicios médicos, dentales, nutricionales y de desarrollo y bienestar.
Apoyo familiar:
Conectamos a las familias con recursos y apoyos que ayudan a todos a mantenerse saludables y prósperos.
ELIGIBILITY
Our programs are FREE for qualifying families. Enrollment criteria is defined by
Age:
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Children ages birth to 3 years old: Early Head Start
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Children ages 3 to 5 years old: Head Start
Income:
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Families who meet the established income guidelines
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Families who receive TANF and/or SSI benefits
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Families with incomes at or below the federal poverty level
Other:
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Families who participate in the foster care system
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Families who are homeless
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Families who have children with disabilities and/or special needs
LOCATIONS
NUESTRAS UBICACIONES CENTRALES
Tenemos nueve Centros Head Start convenientemente ubicados en Kent y Sussex. Más la opción de transporte desde y hacia su casa.
- White Oak Center, Dover
- Colonial Gardens Center, Dover
- Harrington Center , Harrington
- Smyrna Center, Smyrna
- Cool Springs, Milton
- Stockley Center, Georgetown
- Annex Center, Georgetown
- Milford Center, Milford
- Bridgeville Center, Bridgeville
- Seaford Center, Seaford
- Dunbar Center, Laurel
- Laurel Center, Laurel
- Southern Delaware Center, Selbyville
Home-based services are available in Sussex.
Disclaimer: This website is supported by Grant Number 03CH012178 from the Office of Head Start within the Administration for Children and Families, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Neither the Administration for Children and Families nor any of its components operate, control, are responsible for, or necessarily endorse this website (including, without limitation, its content, technical infrastructure, and policies, and any services or tools provided). The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of Children & Families First, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Administration for Children and Families and the Office of Head Start.