Long Island Head Start

Children and families can access early childhood education through Head Start and Early Head Start, with programs serving children from infancy through age 5. Learning includes individualized experiences, play-based activities, and instruction that supports school readiness across social, emotional, language, literacy, math, and science development. Children receive health screenings and nutritious meals, while families can be connected with medical, dental, and mental health services. Family support includes services for well-being and family goals, including continued education, as well as support for parent-child relationships and family involvement in children's learning. The organization operates more than 20 Head Start and Early Head Start centers across Long Island. Its services include Head Start for ages 3 to 5 and Early Head Start for infants and toddlers. It is based in Brentwood.