The Early Care and Education/Head Start program for young children is available year-around on weekdays. This program uses Creative Curriculum as a guide for a foundation, focusing on Language, Literacy, Mathematics, Science, Creative Arts, Social Emotional, Approaches to Learning, and Physical Health combined with exciting field trips. The children receive breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack. Parental involvement is highly encouraged, and special activities are planned specifically for parent-child interactions. Early childhood services are provided at 17 locations throughout the city, licensed by the DC Department of Health and participate in the childcare subsidy program through the Department of Human Services. Programs are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

For more information, contact the Office of Educational Services at (202) 671-0372.