Pittsburgh Public Schools
Early Childhood Education Programs
Provides children, ages birth to five, with a comprehensive educational program designed to reinforce and respond to the unique strengths and needs of the individual child. Supportive learning environments are fostered to stimulate a child's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. Community partnerships are cultivated to build a core network of support services and resources for children and families.
Eligibility: City of Pittsburgh residents

Early Head Start serves children from pregnancy to 36 months. Head Start programs & Pre-K Counts serves children from age 3 to 5 years old.

Early Intervention for Children with Disabilities/Delays is available for children from birth through age 5.
Hours: Phones are answered Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm all year long.
Phone/FAX Numbers
  • (412) 529-4595
  • (412) 529-4291
  • (412) 325-0702 - Fax
Email Address: earlychildhood@pghboe.net
Fee Amounts: The fee for the Early Childhood Program is $650/month. Depending on income, some applicants may qualify for a Head Start or State funded scholarship.
Intake Procedure: Application required for student acceptance into the program. The application can be downloaded from the intake website, or call or email to request a paper copy sent by mail.

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Intake Requirements: A) A copy of the child's immunization records.

B) A copy of the child's birth certificate.

C) A copy of the child's current health, physical and dental records.

D) Two (2) proofs of residency (i.e. driver's license, utility bill, etc.).

E) Proof of income for all members of the household.
Geographical Area: City of Pittsburgh
Helpful Tips: Applications are accepted year-round, however spaces do fill up. Applications for the following school year come out in March.
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Pittsburgh Public Schools
Early Childhood Education Programs
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