EARLY HEAD START and HEAD START
The program provides services to 284 children birth to age five, families and prenatal women in Pickaway County. Services include: preparation for school readiness and support to families with children who have special needs, prenatal and postnatal education and support, child development screenings and assessments, support in the area of parenting, nutrition, medical, dental and mental health needs. EHS/HS has three program options available:
Applications are accepted throughout the year, and a waiting list is kept.
Elibility is based on income and family need.
The program provides services to 284 children birth to age five, families and prenatal women in Pickaway County. Services include: preparation for school readiness and support to families with children who have special needs, prenatal and postnatal education and support, child development screenings and assessments, support in the area of parenting, nutrition, medical, dental and mental health needs. EHS/HS has three program options available:
- Full Day Infant/Toddler Center Care serves eight infants and toddlers in a classroom setting located at 97 Miller Avenue in Ashville, Ohio. The center hours of operation are 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday year around. Teacher/Advocates use “Creative Curriculum” for classroom planning.
- Early Head Start Home Base provides pregnant women/teens and families with children ages birth to three with a 90 minute weekly home visit. Home Visitors use the “Parents as Teachers” curriculum and child development activities and parent activities along with opportunities for group socialization. Early Head Start provides prenatal education and support while promoting healthy prenatal outcomes for pregnant women.
- Half-day Head Start Preschool provides services to children, ages three to five, at locations in Circleville, Ashville and Westfall. Classes are in session Monday through Thursday for 3 ½ hours each day during the school year. Teacher/Advocates use “Creative Curriculum” for classroom planning.
Applications are accepted throughout the year, and a waiting list is kept.
Elibility is based on income and family need.
