About NH Head Start
Head Start and Early Head Start provide free early childhood education, health screenings, nutrition services, and family support for children birth to age 5 in low-income families across New Hampshire.
How to Apply in New Hampshire
- Find your local Head Start program at nhheadstart.org
- Contact them to schedule an enrollment meeting
- Income at or below federal poverty guidelines
- Children in foster care and experiencing homelessness are automatically eligible
Documents You May Need
- Child's birth certificate
- Proof of income
- Immunization records
- Proof of residency
Contact & Official Links
Phone: 1-866-763-6481
Official website: nhheadstart.org
See Everything You Qualify For in New Hampshire
NH Head Start 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 NH Head Start worth?
NH Head Start: Worth ~$800/month. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$800 per month.
NH Head Start: Worth ~$800/month. Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$800 per month.
How do I apply for NH Head Start in New Hampshire?
To apply: Find your local Head Start program at nhheadstart.org. Contact them to schedule an enrollment meeting. Income at or below federal poverty guidelines. You can also call 1-866-763-6481. Official website: https://nhheadstart.org
To apply: Find your local Head Start program at nhheadstart.org. Contact them to schedule an enrollment meeting. Income at or below federal poverty guidelines. You can also call 1-866-763-6481. Official website: https://nhheadstart.org
Who qualifies for NH Head Start?
Head Start and Early Head Start provide free early childhood education, health screenings, nutrition services, and family support for children birth to age 5 in low-income families across New Hampshire. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Head Start and Early Head Start provide free early childhood education, health screenings, nutrition services, and family support for children birth to age 5 in low-income families across New Hampshire. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.