Sacramento Head Start / Early Head Start

Child Advocates of Sacramento / Sacramento City Unified School District

Available Childcare

About This Program

Note: Childcare assistance program, not a home improvement grant. Listed for household budget help only.

Sacramento Head Start / Early Head Start is available in Sacramento, CA.

Sacramento City Unified School District and community partners operate Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Sacramento. These federally funded programs provide free comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family support to low-income families. Programs serve children from birth through age 5 at multiple sites across the city.

Head Start is free to eligible families, covers education, health, nutrition, and family services

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Federally funded comprehensive early childhood program
  • Eligibility: At or below 100% Federal Poverty Level
  • Covers education, health screenings, dental, vision, nutrition, and family support
  • Early Head Start: birth to age 3 | Head Start: ages 3-5
  • Free to eligible families, no cost for any services

How to Apply

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Deadline: Rolling, apply early; slots fill quickly

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for Sacramento Head Start / Early Head Start in Sacramento, CA?

Apply directly with Child Advocates of Sacramento / Sacramento City Unified School District using the official program link on this page or call 916-395-5008. There is no middleman and no fee.

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