Head Start

Head Start, located at 4707 West Camas Street in Boise, Idaho, is a school that offers free child development programs for families with children ages birth to five years. With programs in 146 communities across Idaho, including on reservations of various tribes, Head Start provides high quality early childhood services to help children thrive.

Professionals teach children important skills such as language, literacy, social, emotional, and physical development, while also providing meals and screenings for medical, dental, hearing, vision, and behavioral health. Family Advocates are available to assist parents with immediate needs and help them achieve their housing, health, education, employment, and parenting goals.

Head Start serves families dealing with difficult circumstances, and eligibility is based on income and other factors. The institution believes that every child has the potential to reach their full potential, and aims to support families in achieving success. Support Head Start during Idaho Gives week from April 29th to May 2nd to help continue their important work in the community.