About Head Start Reviews

Head Start and Early Head Start programs are recognized nationwide as the preeminent resources for child development and school readiness for children from low-income families.

Founded in 1965 to support the needs of children from birth to 5 years old, Head Start has become a national leader in early childhood education, having served 20 million children. To ensure that local programs fulfill the mission of providing a quality educational environment for children, Head Start implemented a comprehensive oversight process.

The goal of Head Start Monitoring is to assess the performance and accomplishments of local programs in meeting community expectations and Government regulations. These reviews are a valuable tool for confirming the effectiveness of local programs serving the children and families who rely on Head Start services and for providing recommendations for vital performance improvements.