Programs & Services
Head Start
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Wayne Metro Head Start is a federally funded preschool program for income-eligible families with children between the ages of 3-5 in the cities of Hamtramck, Harper Woods, Highland Park and the Grosse Pointes.
The Head Start Program classroom offers a warm and comfortable environment where young children can learn, grow and develop. The Head Start educational curriculum of High/Scope is a nationally accepted approach to preschool education that has been tested and researched for more than 30 years. The High/Scope Preschool Curriculum views children as active learners, who learn best from activities that they themselves plan, carry out and reflect upon. Children receive support and encouragement from a dedicated and caring staff who offer acceptance, understanding and opportunities for learning success.
Head Start is more than just a preschool. Head Start provides supportive services to the entire family. Head Start parents are their child's first and most important teachers. Parents are encouraged to be involved and have input into all phases of the program. Families enrolled in Head Start have opportunities to participate in:
Head Start Offers Children:
- Full or Part Day Classes
- Resources to FREE Medical and Dental Care
- Nutrition (healthy meals and snacks)
- Socialization & Problem Solving Skills
- Language & Literacy
- Self Confidence
- Kindergarten Readiness
- Excitement for Learning
- Services for Children with Disabilities
- Culturally Diverse Staff
Head Start Offers Families:
- Degreed Staff Trained in Childhood Development and Early Education
- Incentive Programs
- Fatherhood/Mail Involvement Activities
- Educational Programs & Workshops
- Special Events/Activities for the Entire Family
- Child Development Workshops
- Classroom Involvement & Volunteering
Eligibility is based on income and age, and will be determined at the time of application. Children do not have to be potty-trained to enroll in Head Start. Children with a disability are mainstreamed in a regular classroom setting. Wayne Metropolitan Head Start Program does not discriminate against any persons because of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, age, height or weight.
Head Start Program Site Information:
Hamtramck Head Start @ Wayne Metro Early Childhood Center
12031 Mitchell
Hamtramck, MI 48212
313-369-4600
Harper Woods Head Start
19258 Kelly
Harper Woods, MI 48225
313-521-3558
Highland Park Head Start at Cortland Elementary
138 Cortland St.
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 865-4631