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Head Start and Early Head Start

Families and communities want the best for their children. We partner with more than 35 independently operated early childhood programs in Chicago and suburban Cook County to provide inclusive, high-quality learning for children ages 0-5 and pregnant women/expectant families.

At our directly operated centers, community-based partner centers, and home visiting programs, we work alongside parents to help children of all abilities develop a love of learning and prepare for a lifetime of success.

If you are the parent of a 0-5 year old looking for the right early learning program for your child, or if you are a licensed childcare center interested in partnership, learn more about the opportunities we offer.

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Video: All About Head Start/Early Head Start Services

Why Head Start/Early Head Start?

Who is eligible for Head Start and Early Head Start?

Why Head Start and Early Head Start at Easterseals?

Gilchrist Marchman Child Development Center and Easterseals Early Learning Center – Hickory Hills

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Transitioning from Early Head Start to Head Start

Kindergarten Learning Moments

Transitioning to Kindergarten: Staff and Family Resources

Preschool Transition Tips

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Amy Nichol

Senior Director of Early Learning Services

Amy Nichol is the Senior Director of Early Learning Services leading Head Start and Early Head Start.

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  • 10/22/2023 at 8:00 am

PARTNER EVENT: Rise to Shine 10K/5K/1M Inclusive Run & Walk

The Chicago Lighthouse, in partnership with the Chicago Central Lions Club, is hosting an inaugural Rise to Shine 10K/5K/1M Inclusive Run & Walk.

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  • 08/15/2023

Rhonda Robinson Named New Vice-President of Early Learning Services

We are thrilled to announce that Rhonda Robinson has been appointed our new Vice-President of Early Learning Services.

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  • 07/07/2023

Video: All About Head Start/Early Head Start Services

Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford is one of two of the largest providers of Head Start/Early Head Start services in Chicagoland and our loving, committed staff shine. Check out this thorough video to better understand our work, our mission, vision, snd values, and why we may be a good fit for your child. Then, apply for free childcare and early learning. We also provide home-visiting services for pregnant and new parents.

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  • 07/07/2023

Video: 30-Second Video: Head Start/Early Head Start Services Overview

Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford is one of two of the largest providers of Head Start/Early Head Start services in Chicagoland and our loving, committed staff shine. Check out this 30-second video to better understand our work. Then, apply for free childcare and early learning.

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  • 06/19/2023

Parent Handbook 2023-2024 Community Based

Parent Handbook 2023-2024 Community Based

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  • 06/19/2023

Parent Handbook 2022-2023 Community Based with PI or PFA

Parent Handbook 2022-2023 Community Based with PI or PFA

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  • 06/19/2023

Parent Handbook 2022-2023 Home Based Early Head Start

Parent Handbook 2022-2023 Home Based Early Head Start

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