Early Learning And Family Services, a Head Start Program of Bellingham, WA

1111 Cornwall Avenue, Suite 200
Bellingham WA WA

(360) 734-5121

Head Start and ECEAP This preschool program serves Whatcom County children 3 – 5 years in income eligible families. Services for families enrolled in this program include health assessments, nutrition education, mental health services, social service referrals, home visits, and family support services. (360) 734-8396 (Whatcom County)

Children who are 3 to 5 years old are eligible for Head Start services. Pregnant women and children from birth to 3 years of age are eligible for Early Head Start services. Children and families who are homeless, in foster care, or receive TANF or SSI are also eligible for services. Eligibility is determined by Head Start program staff and some families may be eligible for services if they are determined to be at or below the federal poverty level. Some grantees enroll a percentage of children from families with incomes above the Poverty Guidelines as well.

Families are encouraged to apply.

Application Information The following information is needed to determine your child’s eligibility for Head Start, Early Head Start or ECEAP: Initial Application Forms (Click to download) Application (English) Application (Spanish) Verification of Child’s age Birth certificate, hospital certificate or medical coupon Verification of Income W2 form, pay stubs, TANF or SSI documentation for either the last 12 months or the last calendar year. Please return these items to: 1111 Cornwall Ave. Suite 200, Bellingham, WA 98225 If your child has special needs Please provide documentation such as a letter from a physician or therapist or a copy of medical or therapy reports. Bilingual Staff Available To arrange assistance in Spanish, Russian, Punjabi or Hindi please contact us at (360) 734-8396 x 352.

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