Head Start/Early Head Start | Drake University
Various Locations, Des Moines, IA 50310
Drake University Head Start
Eligibility
Varies by program, call for more information
Required documents
Proof of income for 12 months (taxes, w'2s or pay stubs), child's birth verification (certificate or insurance card with name and DOB), intake application
Hours
Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm
Application process
Call, or visit website to register for services
Fees
None
Service area
Ames, IA
Boone County, IA
Jasper County, IA
Marion County, IA
Polk County, IA
Warren County, IA
Provides a comprehensive child development programs which serve children from birth to age five and ages 3-4 years. The programs are child-focused and have the overall goal of increasing the school readiness of young children in low-income families. Program provides a range of individualized services in the area of education, medical, dental and mental health, nutrition and social service to children and their families. Morning and Afternoon classes are offered. Half days are 3 1/2 hours a day and full days are 6 1/2 hours a day. Classes provided 4 days a week with no school on Wednesdays. NO before or after school child care is provided.
Last Assured
05/17/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Drake University
Offers secondary education services.