About Georgia Head Start & Pre-K
Free early childhood education for children birth to age 5 from low-income families. Georgia also offers Georgia's Pre-K Program — a FREE universal pre-K for all 4-year-olds regardless of income, one of the first state-funded universal pre-K programs in the nation. Head Start covers ages 0–5 with comprehensive services.
How to Apply in Georgia
- Georgia Pre-K: apply at decal.ga.gov or contact your local Pre-K provider
- Georgia Pre-K is FREE for all 4-year-olds — no income requirement
- Head Start: find your local program at eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator
- Head Start enrollment is year-round for children 0–5 below poverty level
- Both programs include education, meals, health screenings, and family services
Contact & Official Links
Official website: decal.ga.gov/PreK/WelcometoGeorgiaPreK.aspx
See Everything You Qualify For in Georgia
Georgia Head Start & Pre-K is one of many programs you may be eligible for. Beneify screens your household against the full program list — free, private, about 3 minutes.
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How much is Georgia Head Start & Pre-K worth?
Georgia Head Start & Pre-K: Worth ~$900/month (free preschool). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$900 per month.
Georgia Head Start & Pre-K: Worth ~$900/month (free preschool). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$900 per month.
How do I apply for Georgia Head Start & Pre-K in Georgia?
To apply: Georgia Pre-K: apply at decal.ga.gov or contact your local Pre-K provider. Georgia Pre-K is FREE for all 4-year-olds — no income requirement. Head Start: find your local program at eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator. Official website: https://decal.ga.gov/PreK/WelcometoGeorgiaPreK.aspx
To apply: Georgia Pre-K: apply at decal.ga.gov or contact your local Pre-K provider. Georgia Pre-K is FREE for all 4-year-olds — no income requirement. Head Start: find your local program at eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator. Official website: https://decal.ga.gov/PreK/WelcometoGeorgiaPreK.aspx
Who qualifies for Georgia Head Start & Pre-K?
Free early childhood education for children birth to age 5 from low-income families. Georgia also offers Georgia's Pre-K Program — a FREE universal pre-K for all 4-year-olds regardless of income, one of the first state-funded universal pre-K programs in the nation. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Free early childhood education for children birth to age 5 from low-income families. Georgia also offers Georgia's Pre-K Program — a FREE universal pre-K for all 4-year-olds regardless of income, one of the first state-funded universal pre-K programs in the nation. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.