ASHLAND HEAD START

Ashland Head Start is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the Ashland Independent school district, located in Ashland, KY with about 171 students. With about 9 teachers, Ashland Head Start has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Ashland Head Start, located on Hickman Street in Ashland, Kentucky, is a federally funded early childhood education program dedicated to fostering the school readiness of children from low-income families. By providing comprehensive services, the school aims to support the developmental needs of young children, typically aged three to five, through a curriculum that emphasizes cognitive, social, and emotional growth. Their approach is holistic, ensuring that students receive quality instruction in a safe, nurturing environment designed to build the foundational skills necessary for success in kindergarten and beyond.

Beyond academic instruction, the program distinguishes itself through its commitment to the "whole child" and family support. Ashland Head Start integrates health, nutrition, and social services into its daily operations, often coordinating with community partners to provide screenings, healthy meals, and parental engagement opportunities. By involving parents as partners in their children’s education and offering resources to strengthen family stability, the school strives to empower both the students and their families to achieve long-term educational and developmental goals.

For more information, contact Ashland Head Start at (606) 327-2715 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.