Head Start Colorado
The Colorado Head Start program provides schooling to pre-school children of low-income families.
How to Apply for Head Start in Colorado:
To apply for Head Start you need to contact the Head Start agency in your area. Click here to locate the office near you
Eligibility:
In order to qualify for Head Start, you must be a resident of the state of Colorado and a parent or primary caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school. You must also have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $14,521 |
| 2 | $19,669 |
| 3 | $24,817 |
| 4 | $29,965 |
| 5 | $35,113 |
| 6 | $40,261 |
| 7 | $45,409 |
| 8 | $50,557 |
*For households with more than eight people, add $5,148 per additional person.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy, less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications may apply.
More Information:
For more information on the Head Start program visit the website
