Quincy Community Action Programs, Inc. Head Start, a Head Start Program of Quincy, MA

22 Pray St
Quincy MA 02169-7203

(617) 249-2000

QCAP’s Head Start Program is an early childhood education and care program serving children ages birth to five and their families. Head Start provides comprehensive services including education, health, nutrition, family support and parent involvement. The goal of Head Start is to prepare children to enter kindergarten ready to learn and to promote their success in later learning. The program also supports families in meeting their goals towards self-sufficiency.

Children who are 3 to 5 years old are eligible for Head Start services. Pregnant women and children from birth to 3 years of age are eligible for Early Head Start services. Children and families who are homeless, in foster care, or receive TANF or SSI are also eligible for services. Eligibility is determined by Head Start program staff and some families may be eligible for services if they are determined to be at or below the federal poverty level. Some grantees enroll a percentage of children from families with incomes above the Poverty Guidelines as well.

Families are encouraged to apply.

Enrollment/Intake Process Enrolling in Head Start is easy! Click here to download and print the application: http://www.qcap.org/files/Head_Start_Application.pdf. You can also call the Head Start office at 617-249-2000 to have the application mailed to you. Click here to download and print the application in Chinese. Return your completed application to: QCAP Head Start 22 Pray Street Quincy, MA 02169 Once we receive your application, an Enrollment Specialist will contact you to schedule an intake appointment. Head Start provides enrollment opportunities for children and their families on a continuous basis throughout the year.

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