Head Start Programs in ZIP 46408 (Gary, IN)

State records list 3 head start programs with a mailing address in ZIP 46408 (Gary, IN).

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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.

What to weigh in ZIP 46408

A practical first step is to check licensing status and inspection history, since that is the backbone of what is publicly known about a program. Then look at the things licensing does not measure - group sizes, caregiver consistency, and how the daily rhythm actually feels to your family.

For families in ZIP 46408, Gary, IN, the key questions are availability and waitlists, tuition and fees, hours of operation, and how caregivers communicate with parents each day. A visit plus direct questions remains the surest way to judge whether a program fits.

Side-by-side provider data

ProviderCare typeOverallOwnershipLicensed capacity
Geminus Head Start - St MarkHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported175
Lake Ridge at Hosford - LAKE RIDGE DELEGATEHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported100
St. Mark Early Learning AcademyHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported31
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State licensing data for ZIP 46408

The current data counts 3 head start programss in ZIP 46408; 0 (0%) publish a quality rating. No provider in this ZIP carries a published overall star rating in the current data, so comparison here rests on inspection, staffing, and quality details. 3 of these providers report 306 licensed child care spaces in total.

Providers on record3
With a published overall ratingNone published
Average overall ratingNot published
Highest-rated providerNot published
Ownership mixNot reported
Licensed capacity (total)306

Head Start Programs on record in ZIP 46408

Head Start Program Geminus Head Start - St Mark Gary, IN 46408 Capacity 175 Head Start Program Lake Ridge at Hosford - LAKE RIDGE DELEGATE Gary, IN 46408 Capacity 100 Head Start Program St. Mark Early Learning Academy Gary, IN 46408 Capacity 31
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Frequently asked questions

How many head start programs in ZIP 46408 have a published rating?
None of the head start programs currently listed in ZIP 46408 have a published state quality rating in this data.
Where does this information come from?
All figures come from public state datasets (state child care licensing records and registries; processing date 2026-10-07). Verify current details with the provider before making care decisions.
Which head start program in ZIP 46408 has the highest quality rating?
No head start program in ZIP 46408 has a published quality rating in the current state licensing data.
How many head start programs are in ZIP 46408?
The current data lists 3 federally funded head start programs with a mailing address in ZIP 46408 (Gary, IN).
How do I choose a head start program in ZIP 46408?
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.
What other ZIP codes near Gary have head start programs?
This care type is not listed in any other ZIP code in Gary in the current data.

About the data

Every figure on this page is drawn from public state licensing datasets including state child care licensing records and registries (processing date 2026-10-07). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is provided for general information only.

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