Head Start
Luzerne County Head Start, Inc. is a federal and state funded early childhood education program that focuses on promoting the school readiness of eligible children ages 3 to 5 through family involvement, health and nutrition, education and family social services. The Head Start program is designed to increase children’s literacy, cognitive development, and social-emotional development, as well as support children’s health and well-being. Children receive vision, hearing and lead screenings on-site and are provided with a nutritious breakfast and lunch daily.
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Physical Address
1333 South Prospect Street, Nanticoke, PA 18634
Hours
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm Center Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Voice
Application process
Call or visit Head Start website.
Fee
Government funding
Eligibility
Children ages 3 to 5.
Service area
Luzerne, PA
Agency info
Luzerne County Head Start
As proven leaders in early childhood education and family development, Luzerne County Head Start, Inc. is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for low-income children and families in Luzerne and Wyoming Counties. Our knowledgeable and caring staff accomplish our mission by providing early care and education for pregnant women and children from birth to five years old, emphasizing healthy outcomes and school readiness, promoting family self-sufficiency, and partnering with individuals, school districts, and our community.