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Office of Head Start

How to Apply

Get answers to your questions about the steps to enroll your child in a Head Start program. If you are pregnant, you can also follow these steps to enroll in Head Start services for yourself.

Grant Application

Use this tool when working through the process of applying for a grant from the Office of Head Start. Find tips, standards, and a locator map that shows you the available funding around the country.

Decide Whether to Apply

Explore this information for guidance on the types of organizations eligible to apply for Head Start funding, registration guidance for interested entities, and the requirements programs are required to adhere to after the receipt of a grant award.

Agency Service Profile

The Agency Service Profile provide grant recipient-level information on reported demographics, services, and federal monitoring of Head Start programs.

Early Head Start Program Options

As infants and toddlers grow and change, and as family needs evolve, different program options can support them over time. A choice of program options ensures that families can stay within a consistent, supportive setting that offers strong relationships and the same full range of developmentally-appropriate care and services.

Office of Head Start (OHS)

The Office of Head Start (OHS) administers grant funding and oversight to the agencies that provide Head Start services.