Minneapolis Head Start / Early Head Start

About This Program

Minneapolis Public Schools and community partners including Neighborhood House operate Head Start and Early Head Start programs for low-income families. These federally funded programs provide free comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family services to children birth through 5. Minneapolis also offers Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) programs.

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