Head Start

Head Start is a preschool in Clarksburg, West Virginia, serving children from birth to five years of age through comprehensive early childhood programs. The organization offers both Head Start and Early Head Start services, providing early education, health screenings, family support, and developmental resources to income-eligible families. Programs are designed to strengthen families as a whole, promote school readiness, and empower parents as their children’s primary educators. Head Start operates across West Virginia with a focus on equitable access and community-based support. While no specific rating or review count is available, the program is part of a nationally recognized initiative established in 1965.

Head Start is a federally funded, nationally recognized child development program rooted in the belief that early education and family support are essential to long-term success. It emphasizes family engagement, with parents involved in decision-making and program planning. The program offers early, comprehensive services to pregnant women, infants, and toddlers through Early Head Start, continuing until children transition into kindergarten or another pre-K program. Services include health and nutrition support, social services, and educational activities tailored to each family’s unique needs. The West Virginia Head Start Association coordinates statewide efforts, including training, advocacy, and information sharing among local programs.

Head Start is located at 106 Frederick Street in Clarksburg, situated just a short walk from Hite Field, a nearby park, and about 0.3 miles from Hartland Park. The site lies within the Chestnut Hills neighborhood, approximately 0.1 miles away, and is near Duncan Hill, a local peak. The location is also close to Milford Street, a main road, and the Genesis Youth Center, a school serving youth in the area.

Head Start is known for its long-standing commitment to early childhood development and family empowerment, serving as a vital resource in West Virginia’s education and social services network. Its mission to strengthen families and ensure school readiness reflects a deep, sustained impact across the region.

In Clarksburg, Head Start plays a foundational role in preparing young children for lifelong learning, grounded in community, care, and consistent support.