Dean Rusk YMCA Head Start Academy

HEAD START AGES 3-5 Partnership for Community Action Head Start program is acomprehensive early childhood program that develops socialcompetence in children. Head Start programs are guided by a setof program performance standards that specify a wide range ofservices to ensure comprehensive care including health, education,parent involvement, and social services.

Children who are 3 to 5 years old are eligible for Head Start services. Pregnant women and children from birth to 3 years of age are eligible for Early Head Start services. Children and families who are homeless, in foster care, or receive TANF or SSI are also eligible for services. Eligibility is determined by Head Start program staff and some families may be eligible for services if they are determined to be at or below the federal poverty level. Some grantees enroll a percentage of children from families with incomes above the Poverty Guidelines as well.

Services Provided: Transport to/from School

Child Ages:

3 years - 5 years

Licenses & Accreditations:

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning

Preschool:

Yes

Hours of Operation:

Months of Operation: Year Round
Days of Operation: M-F
Hours of Operation: 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM