About Us

Head Start programs support children’s growth from birth to age 5 through services that support early learning and development, health, and family well-being. Head Start staff actively engage parents, recognizing family participation throughout the program as key to strong child outcomes.

HRCAP Head Start services are available at no cost to children ages birth to 5 in eligible families. Head Start Preschool services work with families with children ages 3 to 5. Early Head Start services work with families with children ages birth to 3. HRCAP deliver child development services in a center-based setting throughout the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, and Norfolk.  Early Head Start Services are only available in Southeast Newport News.

HRCAP Head Start programs continually work toward the mission for eligible children and families to receive high-quality services in safe and healthy settings that prepare children for school and life.