Start Early

For many families, Head Start is what makes going to work possible. Head Start combines high-quality early learning, health services and family supports to help children thrive and parents remain in the workforce.

Throughout its 60 years, Head Start has used research and data to develop standards that ensures children receive safe, high-quality care and families have access to the supports they need.

At a time when child care is already difficult to find and afford, weakening Head Start would make dependable, high-quality care even harder to access for the families who rely on it most. Head Start isn’t just an early learning program – it’s part of the foundation that helps children succeed, families achieve economic security and communities thrive. Help us spread the word, share this with everyone you know. Every voice helps protect Head Start and the families who count on it.

Head Start has supported millions of children for 60 years. So why is it so often misunderstood?
These answers help explain why Head Start has been a vital support system for millions of children and families.
We're answering some of the most common questions about Head Start, the standards that guide it and the impact it has on children, families and communities. Take a look and let us know what surprised you most.

On Juneteenth, we honor an important chapter in our nation’s history and recognize the value of helping children learn about the experiences, contributions and stories that have shaped our communities.

These conversations can help build understanding, empathy and connection from the earliest years.