Holyoke Chicopee Springfield Head Start is a multi-service agency, providing comprehensive programs, services and support to local communities, families and children.  We provide early childhood education, to prepare preschool children for kindergarten, and for life.

We offer traditional part-day early childhood programs at no cost to eligible families. In addition, HCS Head Start offers a full day option for eligible parents working or enrolled at school full time. Fees for the full day option range from sliding scale to full tuition.

We provide family and parent support, and opportunities for families to engage in a child’s education and in the HCS Head Start community. We also provide family and parent programs including cooking, money management, parenting classes, a healthy relationships program, and more.

Since its inception in 1965, Head Start has improved the lives of more than 32 million children and their families.

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ICYMI - Check out HCS Head Start's wonderful leader, Nicki, on WMAS Valley Voices AND Mass Appeal! Congratulations, Nicki! We're proud of you for making these appearances and sharing some insight into the HCS Head Start community. ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations to Churchill Slate Room! We are excited to share that their classroom was awarded TWO special gifts for all children being up-to-date with their physicals! We'd like to extend a huge thank you to their Health Administrative Assistant and Family Service Coordinator for this thoughtful gesture. Health is just one of HCS Head Start's key focus areas. We’re committed to informing all families about the importance of children’s physical health and working together to provide resources and assistance to support their well-being. ... See MoreSee Less
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