Exceptional Early Learning and Family Support

Y Head Start and Early Head Start in Anne Arundel County offers exceptional programming to pregnant mothers, infants and toddlers, and children ages 3-5 -- all at no cost! We help prepare your entire family for success in school and life.

All children are welcome in our inclusive learning environment, including those with diverse abilities, in foster care, or are experiencing homelessness.

A Y family membership is also included with enrollment so your family can participate in healthy activity and fun at the Y!

NOW ACCEPTING NEW FAMILIES

TO GET STARTED: Complete the PRE-REGISTRATION APPLICATION to determine eligibility for the Head Start program. A Y Family Service Advocate or Family Development Specialist will reach out to you for more information and/or to complete your enrollment.

Submit Pre-registration Application

Y Early Head Start Programs

Center-based Program

  • Infants - toddlers up to age 3
  • 8:30am-3pm, Monday-Friday, Year-round program
  • Small class sizes
  • Proven curriculum for early learning and development
  • Individualized learning experiences and social/emotional development
  • Safe, nurturing environment led by qualified teachers who care about children

Home-based Program

  • Pregnant women and children up to age 3
  • 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday, Year-round program
  • Individualized learning experiences and social/emotional development
  • Weekly at-home visits by a teacher/family specialist who supports and engages parents through intentional parent-child interactions and educational activities
    Prenatal and parenting education
  • Proven curriculum focusing on early childhood learning and development
  • Social events with other Y Early Head Start home-based families

Y Head Start Program

  • Children ages 3-5
  • 8:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday, September-June
  • Small class sizes; proven curriculum focusing on school readiness
  • Individualized learning experiences and social/emotional development
  • Nutritious meals: breakfast, lunch and snack
  • On-site IEP services for children with disabilities
  • Modern classrooms, tablets, smart computers, interactive displays
  • Safe, nurturing environment led by highly qualified teachers

Family Well-being Benefits

  • Y Head Start is a family-first program
  • Y family membership included at no extra cost (unlimited exercise, swimming, climbing walls, sports, family event, and more)
  • Health screenings for children
  • Professional development and continued education for parents
  • Open door policy (parents are always welcome!)
  • Active parent committee to set policy recommendations

Anne Arundel County Y Head Start & Early Head Start Locoations

Y Early Head Start home-based programming is available in the following zip codes: 21403, 21405, 21409, 21012, 21240, 20765, 21056, 21060, 21061, 20776, 21032, 21113, 21122, 21140, 21226, 21076

ANNAPOLIS GARDENS Y HEAD START 
213 Croll Dr., Annapolis, MD 21404

FREETOWN Y HEAD START & EARLY HEAD START
282 Whitaker Rd., Pasadena, MD 21122

Eastport Community Center Y Head Start & Early Head Start
1014 President St., Annapolis, MD 21403
OPENING SOON!

LLOYD KEASER Y HEAD START
5757 Belle Grove Rd., Brooklyn Park, MD 21225

MEADE VILLAGE Y HEAD START & EARLY HEAD START 
1710 Meade Circle Rd., Severn, MD 21144

Enroll your child for the new school year. Get started by submitting the pre-registration application today!

Submit Pre-Registration application

 

 

Y Head Start participates in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) program. See the CACFP non-discrimination statement.