HEAD START &
EARLY HEAD START
Serving Horry, Georgetown, and Williamsburg Counties
Where a Lifetime of Learning Begins.
We provide comprehensive early childhood education, health, and nutrition services to help children ages 0–5 —at no cost to eligible families.
Carletta Scott Isreal
Head Start/Early Head Start Director
What we do
Head Start was created to provide "whole child" support. It is designed to give children from low-income families a comprehensive program to meet their emotional, social, health, and educational needs. The goal is simple but profound: ensure every child, regardless of their circumstances, will arrive at kindergarten's door healthy, ready to learn, and prepared to succeed.
More Than Just Child Care
We don’t just watch your children; we teach them.
When we provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and grow at no cost to families, we empower parents to confidently pursue career opportunities, strengthening our local workforce and driving economic vitality for our entire region.
By championing school readiness alongside a focus on the whole family's well-being, we foster a thriving, interconnected community where every neighbor has a strong foundation to flourish
Our classrooms use research-based curriculums designed to boost cognitive skills, language development, and social confidence. When a child leaves our program, they don't just go to Kindergarten—they go prepared to lead.
Real Stories. Real Impact.
Education & Learning
High-quality instruction to get your child ready for school.
Quality Learning:
Certified Teachers
Creative Curriculum
Social-Emotional Development
Disability Services (IEP/IFSP)
What We Do
Health & Wellness
Ensuring your child is healthy, fed, and physically thriving.
Direct Support:
Provided Nutritious Meal
Dental & Vision Screenings
Mental Health Support
Immunization Checks
How it Works
Family Partnership
Supporting parents as the child's first and most important teacher.
Family Support:
Parent Policy Council
Family Goal Setting
Fatherhood Initiatives
Community Connections
Spaces are limited. Give your child the advantage they deserve.
Eligibility is based on household income (Federal Poverty Guidelines) and residency.
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Get Involved
Every dollar you give goes directly to our programs, helping us provide real services to families in need across our community.
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