Free Quality Childcare in Herkimer
Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency's Head Start and Early Head Start programs are located in the Stone Ridge Daycare facility. These programs offer comprehensive early childhood education at no cost to qualifying families.
Why Parents Choose Head Start Programs
Finding quality childcare that fits your budget can be overwhelming. Head Start programs eliminate the financial burden while providing professional early childhood education that prepares children for school success.
Key Benefits:
- Free for eligible families
- Professional educators trained in child development
- Comprehensive services, including family support
- Convenient locations within your community
What Makes Head Start Different
The Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency provides an excellent Head Start and Early Head Start Daycare and Preschool program for families in Oneida, Herkimer, or Madison Counties, at no cost to families. The program supports expectant families and children between 18 months and age 5.
Unlike traditional daycare, Head Start programs focus on:
- School readiness and early learning
- Family engagement and support services
- Health and nutrition education
- Building social and emotional skills
Who May Want This Childcare
Head Start programs recognize that parents need reliable childcare while they work, attend school, or pursue job training.
Ideal for families who:
- Need full-day childcare
- Want their child to be prepared for kindergarten
- Value community-based early learning
For families in our region seeking quality early education without the financial burden, Head Start programs provide a proven pathway to school success.