Head Start 0-5 Program

Head Start is a FREE early education program that helps children grow educationally, socially, physically, and emotionally.

Center-Based Services

Children attend a Head Start center, Monday-Thursday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm.  During this time they are involved in learning activities in a classroom environment. Early Head Start classrooms serve children ages 0-3 years old.  Head Start classrooms serve children ages 3-5 years old. View Head Start locations here.

Families enrolled in center-based services will receive multiple home visits each year.  Two home visits with their teacher, and three with a Family Advocate to help set goals, identify any needs the family may have, and supply resources as needed.

Enrollment Hotline:

877-632-4968

Home-Based Services

The Blooming Minds Early Head Start Home-Based Program supports pregnant people and families with children ages birth to three through personalized weekly home visits designed to promote healthy child development and family wellbeing. Serving families in Greenwood, Harper, Butler, and Sedgwick Counties, Family Educators partner with parents to provide individualized learning activities, parenting support, and connections to community resources that strengthen the whole family.

Through a holistic approach, families receive guidance on child development, school readiness, parenting strategies, health and wellness, and everyday life skills. Pregnant participants also receive additional support from an Early Head Start Nurse throughout pregnancy and after delivery. In addition to home visits, families are invited to twice-monthly socialization events where parents and children learn, play, and build connections together in a supportive community environment.                                                                                                                                                                     

FAQ’s

You can view a list of sites here

You can check income eligibility here Other criteria can used as well. We serve low-income and greatest needs families.

You can apply online through this link or by calling 316-618-1678 or 877-632-4968

1. Complete the application online or by phone. FOR ONLINE APPLICATIONS: Please allow 3-7 business days for Head Start to contact you.

2. Head Start staff will contact you to discuss income eligibility for the program.

3. If eligible, Head Start will schedule an appointment with you to come in and complete the necessary paperwork.

4. Children will be placed on the waitlist and will be contacted as soon as there is an opening. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that every child on the waiting list will be served and timeframes are unavailable.

Please have the following documentation ready:
• 1040 Tax Document, W2’s or paycheck stubs
• Child Support Orders (if applicable)
• SSI or TANF Statements (if applicable)
• Proof of no income (if applicable)

• Parents need to provide a birth certificate or proof of birth. Acceptable forms of proof of birth include a Birth Certificate or Birth Confirmation letter.
• Child immunization records from the doctor’s office

Visit Kansas head Start Association at www.ksheadstart.org

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