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San Carlos Apache Tribe Head Start

San Carlos Apache Tribe Education Department

San Carlos · 85550

Official websiteCall 928-475-2740

Why this may fit

The San Carlos Apache Tribe has operated Head Start since the 1970s and Early Head Start since 2017, serving children ages 0-5 and pregnant women across six community centers including Peridot and Bylas.

  • Free
  • 0–2 years (baby & toddler)
  • 3–5 years (preschool)
  • Full day
  • Part day

Who can join

  • •Children ages 0-5, or pregnant women
  • •Family income at or below federal poverty guidelines, or categorical eligibility
  • •Residency on the San Carlos Apache reservation

Documents they usually ask for

  • ☐Proof of income or tribal enrollment
  • ☐Child's birth certificate
  • ☐Immunization record

How to apply, step by step

  1. 1Call the Education Department at 928-475-2740
  2. 2Complete the Head Start/Early Head Start application
  3. 3Child placed at nearest community center

Questions to ask them

  • •Do you have an opening for my child's age right now?
  • •What are your opening and closing times?
  • •What is the total weekly or monthly cost?
  • •Is there a staff member who speaks Spanish every day?
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