Welcome to the Episcopal Children's Services Head Start / Early Head Start on-line application.

Head Start/Early Head Start is a federally funded program based on income. Head Start/Early Head Start is available in Baker, Bradford, Clay, Nassau, Duval, Alachua, Dixie, Gilchrist, Levy, Marion, Citrus, and Lake Counties. Hours of operation are 8am-3pm. If you are looking for a child care voucher, please contact your local Early Learning Coalition.

(If you have already submitted an application in person, please do not submit an online application.)

Click here to find a provider in your area.

Do you want to apply now for another child in your family?

Add Another Applicant

Prior to selecting submit below, please ensure you have provided at least one active phone number or email we may use to contact you.

Once the application is submitted, an email will be generated to the Parent\Guardian to confirm that the application was received.

A Family Advocate will contact you within 3 to 5 business days to schedule an intake appointment and share what documents need to be brought to the appointment.

If you are having difficulty submitting this form or would like to contact a specific head start location, please click on the following link to see contact information: ECS Location

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