Head Start / Early Head Start - Oakland - Approved

• The program is based in the philosophy that each child has the right to learn, explore and develop at their own pace. Parents and staff work as a team to develop and implement a curriculum activity plan for each child. Children with disabilities are integrated into Head Start’s program. A variety of learning experiences cultivate intellectual, social and emotional growth. Parents and family members are supported by opportunities to be involved with Head Start activities.
• • Owner
    Maoya Alqassari
  • Created On
    06-29-2016
  • Updated On
    12-03-2024
  • Update Reminder
    12-01-2025

• How To Contact

  • Name
    General Contact
  • Phone
    (510) 238-3165
  • Fax
    (510) 238-6784
  • Email
    none@none.com
  • Alt Name
    Early Head Start
  • Alt Phone
    (510) 238-7479
  • Alt Fax
    N/A
  • Alt Email
    N/A
  • Address
    150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza
  • Address 2
    Suite 5352
  • City
    Oakland
  • State
    CA

• More Information

  • Start Date
    12-10-2021
  • Expiration Date
    01-01-2026
  • Eligibility
    free
  • Fee
    0.00
  • Organization
    City of Oakland
  • Zip Code
    94612

• Helpful Links

  • Main Program URL
    https://www.oaklandca.gov/topics/head-start
  • Apply Online
    https://www.oaklandca.gov/services/apply-to-head-start
  • Locations
    https://www.oaklandca.gov/resources/head-start-centers
  • Income Eligibility Information
    https://www.oaklandca.gov/resources/attend-head-start
  • Early Head Start
    https://www.oaklandca.gov/resources/learn-more-about-early-head-start

• Detailed Information

  • HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START

    The City of Oakland Head Start/Early Head Start is a federally and state funded early childhood education program that promotes school readiness for children from birth to age five. We offer free early childhood education and care, prenatal education and family services to eligible Oakland residents. Families experiencing homelessness and children in foster care are automatically eligible and encouraged to apply!

    Individualized Early Childhood Education: Head Start and Early Head Start prepare children for kindergarten using a variety of learning experiences for each individual child. Staff and parents work together to implement and Individual Development Plan for each child. The program focuses on every child's intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth and development.

    Health Services: All children receive health and development screenings, vision screenings, dental care, and mental health support. The program emphasizes the importance of preventive care to keep kids healthy.

    Family Services: Head Start supports and strengthens parent-child relationships by engaging families in their children's learning and development. Families work together with our staff through Family Partnership Agreements to both set goals and achieve them. We also collaborate with Community Partners to connect families to additional services and resources.

    Disabilities Services: 10% of slots are reserved for children with disabilities who have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)

    Nutrition Services: Every child is served nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily through the US Department of Agriculture Child and Adult Care Food Program.

    This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

    Eligibility Requirements:

    - Children are between the ages of zero to five years old

    - Families must be income eligible. Families experiencing homelessness and children in foster care are automatically eligible and encouraged to apply.

• Eligibility Information

  • States
    • CA
  • Counties
    • Alameda County
  • Cities
  • Zipcodes
  • School Districts
  • Age Groups
    • Preschool
    • Infant
    • Toddler
  • Languages Served
  • Family Incomes
  • Insurance Providers

• Files

  Misc Attachment	HeadStartApplyNowFlyerEnglish.pdf	11-16-2022
  Misc Attachment	HeadStartApplyNowFlyerSPANISH.pdf	11-16-2022
  Misc Attachment	HeadStartApplyNowFlyerCHINESE.pdf	01-10-2024
  Application Form	0_Application-Package-ENGLISH.pdf	01-10-2024
  Application Form	HS-Application-Spanish-UPDATED.pdf	01-10-2024
  Application Form	Oakland-Head-Start-2020-Application-Cover-Page_Chinese.pdf	01-10-2024
  Application Form	Fillable_Oakland-Head-Start-Enrollment-Application-2020-Form-Chinese.pdf	01-10-2024