If you are an existing reviewer and need assistance with the Head Start Enterprise System (HSES) or review support, please see below for guidance.

During the 2015–2016 program year, the Office of Head Start (OHS) used the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS®) Pre-K Teacher-Child Observation Instrument during its on-site reviews of grantees.

The Head Start Approach to School Readiness means that children are ready for school, families are ready to support their children's learning, and schools are ready for children.

For infants and toddlers, school readiness refers to their developing capacity to self-regulate, demonstrate curiosity, communicate effectively, and develop close, secure relationships. Good health and proper nutrition support this developing capacity. This happens within the context of nurturing, culturally responsive relationships with parents, caregivers, extended family, and community.

Four reports provide evidence that, since the last reauthorization, quality in Head Start has increased across the country..

The Head Start program launched 34 American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) Head Start programs in the summer of 1965.

These fact sheets provide important information to families about a variety of health topics. Families can discover useful strategies to support and improve the health and wellness of their children.

Watch this series of interactive learning modules that focus on non-federal match, an important aspect of fiscal operations.