Head Start | Childcare & Early Childhood Education Center in KY

Pre-K (Ages 4-Entering Kindergartent)

Head Start gives your child the tools to walk into kindergarten ready to learn, make friends, and thrive. We focus on early literacy, math, problem-solving, and self-regulation-all through play, exploration, and caring guidance.

How Head Start builds school readiness:

Daily routines that mirror a kindergarten classroom
Hands-on activities that grow early reading, writing, and math skills
Conscious discipline approach that teaches emotional regulation and conflict resolution
Family engagement: you set learning goals alongside teachers
Health, nutrition, and developmental screenings to ensure your child is healthy and on track

Included Supports:

Family Support Specialist
On-call Nurse
Behavioral & Speech Therapist available if needed

Enrichment Programs

YKA Summer Program (Ages 3-12)

A fun-filled summer experience with 4 field trips and daily outdoor activities running June through July. Children explore, stay active, and make lasting memories in a safe, supervised setting.

Program Highlights:

4 off-site field trips each summer
Creative, hands-on activities for mixed age groups
Daily outdoor play and nature-based adventures
Runs June-July (exact dates provided upon enrollment)

Enroll for Summer

Tadpole Curriculum

An enrichment curriculum that introduces young learners to the natural world through hands-on exploration, sensory play, and outdoor discovery. Designed to spark curiosity and build early science thinking.

What children experience:

Nature walks and seasonal observations
Simple gardening and outdoor experiments
Story connections to the natural world

Outdoor Play Enrichment

Purposeful outdoor play that builds gross motor skills, teamwork, and a love for movement. Beyond simple recess, our outdoor enrichment includes guided games, obstacle courses, and free exploration.

Focus areas:

Physical coordination and balance
Cooperative group play
Connection to nature and fresh air every day

A welcoming Place to Learn and Grow

Choosing the right childcare program starts with having the right information, and Young Kids Academy is here to help.

Get in touch today to learn more about our early childhood education programs and enrollment process.

Prepare your child for kindergarten through engaging early learning experiences every day.

Our Headstart Programs Includes: