Orange County Head Start

Orange County Head Start offers Early Head Start for children ages 0-3, Head Start for children ages 3-5, an In-Home Program, Prenatal Services, and Comprehensive Support Services. Programs are free to qualifying families. The application process requests a child’s official birth certificate, proof of income, proof of identified disability for the child if applicable, and the child’s official immunization record.

Programs

• Early Head Start — 0-3
• Head Start — 3-5
• In-Home Program
• Prenatal Services
• Comprehensive Support Services

At a glance

• Ages: 0–5 years old
• Facility hours: Main Office Hours M-F: 8:00AM – 5:00PM; Center Hours M-F: hours vary by location

About the provider

Orange County Head Start was established in 1979. It partners with the United States Department of Health and Human Services to deliver Head Start and Early Head Start programs and states that it is committed to ensuring that all children, regardless of their circumstances, have the opportunity to thrive.

Programs are free to qualifying families. The application process requests a child’s official birth certificate, proof of income, proof of identified disability for the child if applicable, and the child’s official immunization record.

What families say

“I am very grateful for the relationships I’ve built and all that I’ve learned as a parent in OCHS. From the bottom of my heart, thank you to OCHS for all you’ve done for me, my children, and continue to do for our community.” — Stephanie Ha, Parent and Policy Council Representative

“I am extremely grateful to have found this program for my kids and myself. My boys are now thriving at the top of their class in elementary school.” — Thanh Lind, Parent and Policy Council Representative

“OCHS is providing an opportunity to keep families thriving, at school, at home, and at work. Knowing my little guy is safe with the teachers and staff who love him.” — Amber Robins, Parent and Policy Council Representative

Last updated October 24, 2026.