Mother Hubbard Head Start

Mother Hubbard Head Start, located at 16008 Louisiana Highway 1 in Simmesport, Louisiana, is a school that is part of Avoyelles Child Development Services, Inc., a nonprofit agency established in 2013. The agency's mission is to promote educational and economic opportunities in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana, and provide services to those in need. Mother Hubbard Head Start was awarded a Head Start grant in 2014 to provide services to eligible preschool children ages 3 to 5 in Avoyelles Parish. In 2017, the grant was expanded to include Early Head Start services for infants and toddlers from birth to age 3. The programs are staffed by professionals with experience in early childhood practices and provide educational activities, medical and dental care, nutritious meals, and a safe environment for children. The curriculum is research-based and focuses on school readiness for all children. Parental involvement is encouraged, and staff work as partners with families to help children progress and be ready for their next learning environment. The mission of Avoyelles Head Start and Early Head Start is to provide high-quality services to eligible children and families throughout the parish, empowering families through training opportunities and community resources.