SCCAP Head Start and Early Head Start

SCCAP Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded, family-centered early childhood development programs. The program provides breakfast, lunch, an afternoon snack, and diapers or pullups while children are at school. Head Start meets 9am-3pm year round, and Extended Day is available for Head Start aged children. Early Head Start meets 8:30am-3:30pm year round at SCCAP Early Learning Center at Smith Pike and 9am-3pm year round at Lindbergh.

Programs

• Head Start — Children 3 years old by August 1 and not yet 5 by August 2 · 9am-3pm, year round; extended day available at SCCAP Early Learning Center at Smith Pike
• Early Head Start — Children from 6 weeks old up to age 3 · 8:30am-3:30pm, year round at SCCAP Early Learning Center at Smith Pike; 9am-3pm, year round at Lindbergh

At a glance

• Ages: 0–4 years old
• General schedule: Full-time programs; the Extended Day program for Head Start aged children is available

About the provider

Head Start & Early Head Start Director is Stacey Edwards. Parents are included in major program decision-making and are always welcome to volunteer. Head Start and Early Head Start are free of charge, and children with special needs are welcomed with learning supports available.

Head Start and Early Head Start are free of charge. No potty training is required. Children with special needs are welcomed and learning supports are available. Assistant teachers must have a CDA Credential; lead teachers must have an Associate or more advanced degree in Early Childhood Education. Immunization records/waivers are required; a physical is required within 30 days and a dental exam within 90 days of enrollment.

Last updated September 4, 2026.