How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in Head Start. Our Program offers early childhood education and family services to eligible children six weeks to five years old and their families throughout the San Antonio and Edgewood Independent School Districts.
Eligibility Requirements
Age Eligibility
Head Start Program serves children six weeks to five years old.
Income Eligibility
Head Start Pre-kindergarten Services, Early Head Start Services, and Home-based Services are available if your family meets the Federal Poverty Guidelines and is a resident of Bexar County. To see the HHS webpage for the guidelines – CLICK HERE.
Priority Eligibility
Your family may be eligible for Head Start Services if you meet any of the following categories:
- The child is in foster care
- Your family receives TANF benefits
- Your family receive SNAP benefits
- Your child or family member receives Supplemental Social Security Income (SSI) benefits
- Your family is experiencing homelessness
- The child has a disability
Required Documentation

Proof of all family income
1040, W2, Pay Stubs, Unemployment Document, Statement from Employer, TANF or SSI Documents

Proof of Age

Proof of Guardianship
(If applicable: Foster care letter or Child Protective Services documents)

Proof of Residence
Bill or statement with your name and address, example: CPS or SAWS

Divorce decree / custody documents
(if applicable)

Proof of child support
(if applicable)