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TÈT K STARTMANSE DELAWARE

Enspire yon renmen bonè nan aprantisaj ki prepare pitit ou a boujonnen nan lekòl la ak lavi yo

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.

  • For children birth to 3 years old

  • 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.

  • For children 3 to 5 years old

  • Center-based pre-school program

+ SUPPORTS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Sante:  

Nou bay sèvis medikal, dantè, nitrisyonèl, ak devlopman ak byennèt.

Sipò pou Fanmi:  

Nou konekte fanmi yo ak resous ak sipò ki ede tout moun rete an sante ak pwospere.

ELIGIBILITY

Our programs are FREE for qualifying familiesEnrollment criteria is defined by

Age:

  • Children ages birth to 3 years old: Early Head Start

  • Children ages 3 to 5 years old: Head Start

Income: 

  • Families who meet the established income guidelines

  • Families who receive TANF and/or SSI benefits

  • Families with incomes at or below the federal poverty level

Other:

  • Families who participate in the foster care system

  • Families who are homeless

  • Families who have children with disabilities and/or special needs

LOCATIONS

KOTE SANT NOU

Nou gen 13 fasilman sitiye Head Start Sant nan Kent ak Sussex. Plus opsyon nan transpò pou ale ak pou soti nan kay ou.

- White Oak Sant, Dover

- Kolonyal Gardens Center, Dover

- Harrington Sant, Harrington

- Smyrna Sant, Smyrna

- Cool Springs, Milton

- Stockley Sant, Georgetown

- Sant Anèks, Georgetown

- Milford Sant, Milford

- Bridgeville Sant, Bridgeville

- Seaford Sant, Seaford

- Dunbar Sant, Laurel

- Laurel Center, Laurel

- Sid Delaware Sant, Selbyville

Sèvis ki baze nan kay yo disponib nan 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.

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