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 Head Start is a child development program serving children 3 to 5 years from primarily income-eligible families, in each of our 10-counties. Ten percent of the funded enrollment is set aside for children with documented disabilities.


To fill out an application click here.


The following services are provided:

  • Education in a learning environment

  • Comprehensive health services

  • Disability services for individuals with special needs

  • Nutrition education

  • Social services

  • Development and hearing screenings

  • Nutritious meals

  • Parent involvement and training opportunities


You may apply for Services if…

  • For Pre School services your child must be 3 or 4 before August 1st or upon the child's 3rd birthday.

  • Your family's income falls within established poverty guidelines.

  • Your child must have an up-to-date immunization record.


This website is supported by Grant Number 04CH012581 from the Office of Head Start within the Administration for Children and Families, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Neither the Administration for Children and Families nor any of its components operate, control, are responsible for, or necessarily endorse this website (including, without limitation, its content, technical infrastructure, and policies, and any services or tools provided). The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of Community Action of Southern Kentucky and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Administration for Children and Families and the Office of Head Start.