Explore our full range
of
early education and family support services

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Pregnancy & Prenatal Support

A healthy baby starts with a healthy you.

Expecting a baby? Our Early Head Start program offers compassionate support during pregnancy and after your baby arrives. We’re here to guide you every step of the way.

What we offer:

* Personalized home visits from trained staff
* Whole-family support to help you prepare for your newest arrival
* Prenatal education focused on health, nutrition and emotional well-being
* Breastfeeding and lactation guidance from trained educators
* Referrals for medical care, insurance, mental health and other essentials
* Automatic enrollment into Early Head Start after your baby is born
* We believe in nurturing not just babies, but the families they come home to.

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Early
Head Start
(Ages 0–3)

Big beginnings start small.

From birth to age three, every moment matters. Through Early Head Start, infants and toddlers learn in nurturing environments either at home or in a center-based setting.

We focus on early development through daily routines, play and discovery.

* Our educators talk, sing and read with your child to help build vocabulary, social-emotional skills and confidence.


* Activities are personalized for your child’s stage of development and may include:
* Small-group exploration
* Read-aloud and story time
* Floor-based sensory play
* Outdoor movement and nature walks
* Water painting and creative expression
* Bubble play and tactile fun

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Head Start Preschool (Ages 3–5)

Ready for kindergarten. Ready for life.

Head Start Preschool prepares children ages 3 to 5 for school and so much more. Our classrooms spark curiosity, build confidence and support each child’s unique learning style through play, routine and exploration.

Children learn through activities and hands-on experiences designed to build early literacy, social skills and emotional resilience.

A typical day may include:
* Songs and read-aloud
* Flannel board stories
* Block play
* Manipulatives
* Puzzles
* Music and movement
* Art expression
* Large/small group play
* Free play

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We’re here to help you feel informed, empowered and connected.

Our team partners with you to set goals, access resources and build the knowledge to support your child’s growth every step of the way.

Support includes:
* Home visits with trained family advocates
* Parenting workshops and support groups
* Help setting and reaching personal and family goals
* Referrals to housing, job training or other community resources
* Tools to advocate for your child’s education and well-being
* Leadership opportunities in parent committees or policy councils

Family
&
Parent Support

Strong families build strong futures.

At LACOE Head Start and Early Learning, we don’t just serve children, we also support the people who love and care for them.
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We see you. We’re with you. And we believe in you.

Health &
Nutrition

Healthy bodies fuel growing minds.

Head Start supports your child’s overall wellness because when children feel their best, they’re ready to learn and explore.

We partner with families to make sure every child has access to the care they need and the foundation that lasts a lifetime.

Our services includes:
* Vision, hearing and developmental screenings
* Access to medical and dental care
* Nutrition assessments and meal planning
* Healthy meals and snacks in the classroom
* Guidance on physical activity and routines at home
* Referrals for additional care and follow-up support

Our staff work with you to make sure that your child has what they need to stay healthy, grow and learn.

We help families build strong foundations, one healthy step at a time.

Let’s grow together.

Disability &
Mental Health Services

Every child belongs. Every child is supported.

At Head Start we welcome children of all abilities and provide environments where every child can thrive. We believe every child deserves the chance to grow, thrive and reach their full potential.
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Head Start welcomes, includes and supports children with diagnosed disabilities, and also those who may need additional support.

We partner with families from the very beginning, offering developmental screenings, identifying potential concerns early and helping connect families to the right resources and referrals.

We work together with caregivers to ensure all children receive the care, services and opportunities they deserve.

Services includes:
* Expert staff who partner with families and teachers to coordinate services
* Referrals to community resources and regional centers
* High-quality early childhood education
* Nutritious meals and snacks
* Educational, social, health and
developmental screenings
* Parenting classes to support

We partner with parents every step of the way, helping you navigate services and advocate with confidence. Because every child deserves to be seen, supported and set up for success.

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