HEAD START
Our Head Start program is available at no cost for qualifying families.
Our Head Start program is for children age 3 to 5 years old.
View our enrollment information learn more about eligibility or complete the interest form and our team will contact you directly.
Program Highlights
- Programming Monday-Friday, 8 am to 2 pm (with wrap around care options)
- Year-round and school-year programming
- Class sizes of 17-20 students per at least 2 teachers
- Highly qualified teaching staff with year-round professional development
- Instruction with language, literacy, math, science, art and social-emotional activities
- Medical and dental screenings
- Behavioral support services
- Special education services
- Therapy Services
- Nutritious breakfast, lunch and snack provided daily
- Indoor and outdoor play areas
- Access to a Kohl’s Building Blocks library with free books for kids
- Family engagement events throughout the year such as seasonal festivals and literacy programs
- A Family Advocate assigned to your family to support you with community resources including healthcare, housing and employment
Helping Your Child Build a Bright Future, Starting Today
At Penfield Children’s Center, we believe every child deserves a strong start. Our preschool program offers a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children ages 3 – 5 can grow, learn, and explore.
Led by highly qualified teachers and dedicated support staff, our classrooms focus on building both academic skills and social-emotional development—preparing your child for success in school and beyond. We also partner closely with parents, building strong relationships that support each child’s unique learning journey.
