- Children plant an indoor vegetable garden.
- Children at Willard School walk the runway during Week of the Young Child 2018 in recycled fashions.
- Children and Staff celebrate Dr. Seuss' Birthday.
- Children celebrate Puerto Rican Pride.
- Children prepare to share a snack at the Children's Center.
The NSCA Head Start program is a full day program for children between the ages of 3 and 5 years old. NSCA offers a full immersion dual language curriculum, preparing students to have a command of both English and Spanish when they enter kindergarten. The NSCA Head Start program includes:
- Accommodations for Children with Special Needs
- Three Hot Family Style Meals Per Day
- Dual Language Immersion Curriculum (English and Spanish)
- Exposure to Puerto Rican Culture and Heritage
- Experienced and Certified Bilingual Staff
- Extended Hours Upon Request (7:30am - 6:30pm)
- Flexible Pay Options (Including Subsidies)
- Health and Wellness Screenings
To be eligible for Head Start, children must be 3 years old by September 1, 2019. Family income must also be below the federal income guidelines listed below:
2023 Federal Head Start Income Guidelines
People in family/ household | Income Guideline |
---|---|
1 | $14,580 |
2 | $19,720 |
3 | $24,860 |
4 | $30,000 |
5 | $35,140 |
6 | $40,280 |
7 | $45,420 |
8 | $50,560 |
For families/households with more than 8 people, add $5,140 for each additional person |
To enroll your child, contact the center nearest you.
The Children's Center
NAEYC Accredited--4 Keystone STARS
2011 N Masher Street
Contact: (215)634-2251
The Willard School
3070 Frankford Avenue
Contact: (215)291-4143