St. Peter's Head Start Center, a Head Start Center of Janesville, WI

1422 Center Ave
Janesville WI 53546

(608) 299-1500

Rock/Walworth Comprehensive Family Services, Inc.

Eligibility To qualify for the Head Start program: Family income must be at or below the Federal Poverty Guideline though some exceptions may be made for families moderately over these amounts. These income guidelines can be waived for families with special circumstances who might benefit from placement in Head Start. Children must be at least three years of age to enroll in the RWCFS Head Start program. Families must reside in Rock or Walworth County. A child must not be eligible for kindergarten at the time of enrollment. Special emphasis is given to four year old children. A child with a disability will receive priority points. Regardless of any changes in family income, once a child is determined eligible and enrolled in the program, he or she will remain eligible for the program throughout the current year and for a second year, as long as he or she still meets the age requirements. Placement and Waiting Lists – Children must meet the federal government’s income guidelines.