Head Start Programs Directory

Browse 18,036 federally funded head start programs drawn from the Head Start Service Locations dataset (HHS/ACF). No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider. Start with a state, county, or city.

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What head start programs provide

Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that combine early education with nutrition, developmental screening, and family support. Programs are generally free for eligible families and prioritize children from low-income households, children in foster care, and children with disabilities.

Locate head start programs by state

California 2,456 head start programs Texas 1,126 head start programs Pennsylvania 788 head start programs Ohio 761 head start programs Florida 711 head start programs Puerto Rico 691 head start programs Michigan 688 head start programs New York 603 head start programs Tennessee 517 head start programs North Carolina 512 head start programs Arizona 505 head start programs West Virginia 455 head start programs Kentucky 432 head start programs Louisiana 431 head start programs Georgia 407 head start programs
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Choosing a head start program

To compare Head Start programs, confirm eligibility and application steps, and ask about hours, transportation, meals, and how the program coordinates with services your family already uses. Local programs can differ in schedules and offerings.

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Frequently asked questions

What should I know about a head start program?
In short, a head start program combine early education with family support, usually free for eligible families. Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that combine early education with nutrition, developmental screening, and family support. Programs are generally free for eligible families and prioritize children from low-income households, children in foster care, and children with disabilities.
How many head start programs does this directory include?
This directory currently contains 18,036 federally funded head start programs in 56 states and territories, sourced from the Head Start Service Locations dataset (HHS/ACF).
How can I pick a head start program?
To compare Head Start programs, confirm eligibility and application steps, and ask about hours, transportation, meals, and how the program coordinates with services your family already uses. Local programs can differ in schedules and offerings. No quality rating is published for these listings; confirm licensing, hours, ages served, and costs directly with the provider.

Data sources

Sources: Head Start Service Locations. Processing date of the data: 2026-10-07. This directory is for information only and is not professional advice.

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Required disclosures

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