Community Action Partnership of Madera County

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HEAD START PROGRAMS

YOUR CHILD DESERVES THE BEST!

Our classrooms prioritize diversity, equality, and a nurturing atmosphere, fostering both collaboration and individual growth.

Our teaching staff is passionate about the importance of learning through play which also requires engaging in rich conversations which spark children to think deeper about their play and make meaningful connections from it.

Our Programs

Madera Regional Program

Regional Head Start serves children 3 to 5 years of age in Madera and Mariposa Counties. The program is center-based program with full-day and part-day options. The program services begins in August through May of each year.

Fresno Migrant/Seasonal Program

Fresno Migrant/Seasonal Head Start serves Fresno County’s rural areas. The program serves children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. Services begin in mid-May and end early to mid-November. Hours of service are between 8 to 10 hours per day.

Madera Migrant/Seasonal Program

Madera Migrant/Seasonal Head Start serves children 6 weeks old to 5 years old that live in Madera County. The Migrant program has two seasons, traditional and winter. The traditional program runs from May to end of October and the winter program runs from early-November to February. Hours of service are between 8 to 10 hours per day.

Early Head Start

Early Head Start is a home-based program created to teach parents how to become their child’s first teacher. The program serves 0 – 3 years old including pregnant mothers. The Family Facilitator visits the home once a week for an hour and a half. Socialization is held twice a month where parents bring their children to interact and participate in activities provided by Family Facilitators. Early Head Start is an all year round program.

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Here is what our community has to say

Your voice matters to us. We invite you to share your experiences and insights. If you feel comfortable doing so, please complete the form below. Your feedback helps us improve and better serve our community. 

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Contact Us

For further information, contact Head Start Office from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday – Friday.

You can also reach us online to explore more about our services and resources.

Head Start is designed to ensure that all children — regardless of their family’s income, race, or ethnic background — are able to enter kindergarten ready to learn.

– Lucille Roybal-Allard

Head Start Office

Address

675 S. Pine St. Suite 101, Madera, CA 93637

Call Us

(559) 673-0012

Email

ersea@maderacap.org

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