Placentia Head Start 840 South Melrose Street, Placentia, CA 92870

Placentia Head Start is a school located at 840 South Melrose Street in Placentia, California, United States. Our institution offers programs for pregnant women, children ages 0-3, and 3-5. Our teachers are all college-educated and credentialed to work in California. We provide a wide range of services for families, including education, health screening, nutrition, family support, and training.

Orange County Start Inc. (OCHS) was established in 1979 as a non-profit 501(c)(3) agency and is funded by the United States Department of Health and Human Services to provide Head Start and Early Head Start services throughout Orange County, CA. Each year, OCHS serves over 3,000 pregnant mothers, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and their families in Orange County, including those who are homeless, in foster care, have special needs, are on public assistance, or have other high-risk circumstances.

Our programs are free for families who qualify, as we are funded by the federal government. We provide over $15,000 worth of services per child and family. It's easy to start the application process online and we have received positive feedback from parents who have benefited from our programs.

Many parents have expressed gratitude for the support and opportunities provided by OCHS, with their children thriving in school and at home. By participating in our programs, families have found a sense of community and support, leading to positive outcomes for both children and parents. We continue to strive to make a difference in the lives of families in Orange County.