What is Head Start?
Head Start is a comprehensive early childhood program that supports the development, learning, health, and well-being of eligible young children and their families. Head Start services are designed to help children build a strong foundation for school and lifelong learning while connecting families with resources and support.
What is Early Head Start?
Early Head Start serves eligible families with infants and toddlers, as well as pregnant individuals. The program supports healthy development from pregnancy through a child's early years and provides families with resources, education, and connections to community services.
Who provides Head Start in Henderson, Knox, Mercer, and Warren Counties?
Regional Office of Education #33 is the current Head Start and Early Head Start grant recipient serving Henderson, Knox, Mercer, and Warren Counties in Illinois.
ROE #33 administers Head Start and Early Head Start services throughout the region and works with families, educators, and community partners to support young children and their families.
Where is Head Start located?
ROE #33 Head Start and Early Head Start services are available at designated locations throughout Henderson, Knox, Mercer, and Warren Counties.
Important: Head Start locations have changed in 2026. Please use the current locations listed on the ROE #33 website rather than older online directories or search results.
Is there a Head Start program in Galesburg, Illinois?
Yes. ROE #33 provides Head Start and Early Head Start services in the region, including services for eligible families in and around Galesburg.
For current Galesburg-area locations and enrollment information, please contact ROE #33.
Is West Central Community Services still the Head Start grant recipient in this area?
No. Regional Office of Education #33 is the current Head Start and Early Head Start grant recipient serving Henderson, Knox, Mercer, and Warren Counties.
Some older websites, directories, and search results may still contain information about the previous Head Start provider or former program locations. If you encounter outdated information online, please refer to the current information on the ROE #33 website or contact our Head Start team.
Looking for Head Start?
Regional Office of Education #33 provides Head Start and Early Head Start services to eligible children and families throughout Henderson, Knox, Mercer, and Warren Counties.
Where are ROE #33 Head Start Locations?
- 103 South Western Avenue, Abingdon, IL
- 321 E. Euclid Avenue, Monmouth, IL
- 905 Maple Avenue, Churchill, IL
- 940 West Fremont Street, Galesburg, IL
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