This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The program provides services to almost 400 low-income pre-school children and their families. Most Head Start classrooms run from 8:45 am to 3:45 pm, September through June. However, Bergen County Head Start now offers some full-year/full-day classrooms to meet the needs of working parents. These limited spaces are available on a first-come basis to families that need the extended coverage. Each session comprises a maximum of 18 children, who receive a full range of educational, medical, nutritional and social services. The Head Start program is free, and each family must demonstrate financial eligibility before being admitted. Parent involvement is highly stressed ... it is expected that all parents take an active part in their child's education.

The Head Start Program provides transportation from many towns in Bergen County. The current site locations are:
 

BERGENFIELD 100 Portland Avenue New Location: Brand New Facility Opening Soon GARFIELD 535 Midland Avenue

HACKENSACK 40 Passaic Street HACKENSACK 250 Moore Street

Day Care/Full Year Programs

This component is funded in part by the New Jersey Department of Human Services, Division of Family Development. It consists of three (3) full-day sessions providing services to a maximum of 54 pre-school children. Classes run from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. Parents must be employed or in school full time. There is a fee for this service, based on family size and income. Eligibility must be demonstrated before being enrolled into the program.