WINTER HAVEN HEAD START

WINTER HAVEN HEAD START is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the POLK school district, located in WINTER HAVEN, FL with about 36 students. With about 2 teachers, WINTER HAVEN HEAD START has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WINTER HAVEN HEAD START, located at 135 Avenue Y NE in Winter Haven, Florida, is an early childhood education center operating under the umbrella of the Polk County Public Schools system. As a Head Start facility, its primary mission is to provide comprehensive development services to preschool-aged children from income-eligible families. The program focuses on school readiness by fostering cognitive, social, and emotional growth, ensuring that children gain the essential skills necessary to transition successfully into kindergarten.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the center emphasizes a holistic approach to student well-being. This typically includes integrated support services such as health screenings, nutritional meals, and family engagement initiatives designed to support the parents and caregivers as their child's first teachers. By aligning with the broader resources of the Polk County Public Schools district, the WINTER HAVEN HEAD START program aims to close the achievement gap and provide a stable, nurturing foundation for young learners in the local community.

For more information, contact WINTER HAVEN HEAD START at (863) 298-5631 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.