Cincinnati Head Start / Early Head Start

About This Program

Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Cincinnati and Hamilton County are administered through Cincinnati Public Schools and community partners. The programs provide free comprehensive early childhood services including education, health, nutrition, and family support to income-eligible families with children from birth through age 5.

Head Start is free to eligible families — covers education, health, nutrition, and family services

Key Details

• Federally funded comprehensive early childhood program
• Eligibility: At or below 100% Federal Poverty Level
• Covers education, health screenings, dental, vision, nutrition, and family support
• Early Head Start: birth to age 3 | Head Start: ages 3–5
• Free to eligible families — no cost for any services

How to Apply

Deadline: Rolling — apply early; slots fill quickly