Do you accept children just from Trumbull?

Our Head Start Center is a regional program which serves, Trumbull, Monroe, Bridgeport, Stratford, Fairfield  and  Easton.

What number is my child on the Wait List?

Children are approved for entrance based upon a Selection Criteria Point  System. The Selection Criteria identifies the  needs of each individual  family.  This ensures that the neediest families are approved for entrance  into our program.

If I don't income qualify, can I pay to come to Head Start?

All families must meet the income guidelines to qualify. The guidelines that  are used are based upon 100/130% of the Federal Poverty guidelines.  There is no  fee that you can pay for entrance into the program.

Do you accept children with disabilities?

Ten percent (10%) of our total enrollment are children with disabilities.  These families are not required to meet the income guidelines. 

How many children are in a classroom?

Our Head Start Part Day classroom has an enrollment of 15 children. Our Full Day  Wraparound classroom has a total  enrollment of 15 children.   

What can I do to help?

All families are encouraged to volunteer in our program, however, it is  not mandated for acceptance. We have  monthly Parent & Policy Committee  meeting at the center. At this meeting all aspects of the program  are  discussed.  All parents are invited, and we encourage active  participation. 

How old does my child have to be to attend Head Start?

Your child must be three by December 31st to attend our part day program.  Your child must be three on his/her first day for summer placement to attend the Wraparound program.   If your child does not attend in the summer they need to be three by December 31st of the current year  to  begin school in September.  

Can I volunteer in the classroom?

All families are encouraged to volunteer. Based upon Trumbull Public School  district policy each parent that  wishes to volunteer must submit a  Volunteer  Security form.  Please see June Canale school  secretary. 

What should my child wear to school?

All families are encouraged to dress their child in SNEAKERS and play clothes  everyday, This will allow  them  to participate in daily classroom  activities, successfully  play on our playground (weather permitting) and  participate in gross  motor activities.  Other types of shoes or fancy clothes can hinder your  child’s   safety.

Do I need to pack a lunch or snack?

Breakfast, lunch, and snack are provided on a daily basis through the Trumbull  Board of Education Food  Services  division. Head Start follows the guidelines  set forth by The State of Connecticut Child and Adult  Care Food Program. 

Does my child have to come every day?

Our program is based on a 5 day a week schedule.

Do you provide transportation to Head Start?

It is the parent/guardian responsibility to provide transportation.