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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HCS Head Start offers generous benefits in a great working environment, with plenty of support for career advancement.

  • Birthday off with pay
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Paid vacation, sick and personal days
  • Full time benefits at 30 hours a week
  • Retirement: agency 3% match
  • First aid and CPR recertification in-house, no cost to employees
  • Embedded professional development
  • Career-growth coaching & support
  • In-house comprehensive support team
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Holyoke Chicopee Springfield Head Start, Inc.

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Holyoke Chicopee Springfield Head Start, Inc.
🌟 What Is Head Start? 🌟Head Start is much more than an early childhood education program. It is a comprehensive support system for children and families.At Head Start & Early Learning Programs of Holyoke, Chicopee, and Springfield, we help children from birth to age 5 develop the skills they need to succeed in school and in life. Through high-quality early learning experiences, health and developmental screenings, nutritious meals, family engagement opportunities, and individualized support, we help children grow, learn, and thrive.Head Start is also about supporting families. We partner with parents, connect families to resources, and recognize that parents are their child's first and most important teacher.For more than 60 years, Head Start has helped children build confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning while strengthening families and communities.Every child deserves a strong start. Every family deserves support. That is the Head Start difference. ❤️ ... See MoreSee Less

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Holyoke Chicopee Springfield Head Start, Inc.

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Holyoke Chicopee Springfield Head Start, Inc.
Did you know that regular attendance in early childhood programs helps children build routines, develop friendships, and gain the skills they need for success in kindergarten and beyond?Every day in the classroom provides opportunities for learning, exploration, and social growth. Consistent attendance helps children get the most out of these experiences and supports their overall development.At HCS Head Start, 89% of enrolled children maintain regular attendance, demonstrating the commitment of our families and staff to ensuring children have access to high-quality early learning opportunities.Together, we are building strong foundations for lifelong learning, one day at a time. ❤️ ... See MoreSee Less

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