Sound To Harbor Head Start / ECEAP, a Head Start Program of Tumwater, WA

6005 Tyee Drive SW
Tumwater WA 98512

(360) 464-6818

Mission Statement: Sound to Harbor Head Start and ECEAP provides comprehensive individualized preschool education, health education, and family support to promote family engagement and school readiness. Head Start is a federally funded program that serves children ages three to five who live in poverty, are homeless, are in foster care, or have a disability. ECEAP is a state funded program serving the same low-income population. The purpose of Head Start and ECEAP is to promote their school readiness by enhancing their cognitive, social, and emotional development. The high quality learning environment provided by Head Start and ECEAP supports children’s growth in language and literacy; cognition and general knowledge; physical development and health; social and emotional learning; and approaches to learning.

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.

Now Enrolling...Head Start in Grays Harbor, Mason and Thurston Counties and ECEAP in Mason and Thurston counties serve children who are 3 to 4 years old on August 31, 2011. Priority is given to 4 year olds. Our highly engaging and energetic learning environments are staffed with warm and caring teaching professionals. They provide a curriculum where children learn social, emotional, language, literacy and cognitive skills, setting a strong foundation for school success. A team of dedicated health staff members are available to help ensure safe environments for all children and help you navigate the health care system to keep your child healthy. Delicious and healthy meals are provided to all children as well. Your whole family will benefit from Head Start and ECEAP. Teachers will make plans with your family to get to know you and understand your family's needs and goals. We can also help you find resources to meet your family's needs and interests. Fun family nights occur regularly

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