Hart County Preschool and Head Start Registration Now Open

Early Head Start and Head Start programs accepting new students for upcoming school year.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

Hart County Head Start has announced that registration is now open for their Early Head Start and Head Start programs. These early childhood education programs provide free or low-cost preschool services to eligible families in the Hartwell, Georgia area.

Why it matters

Access to high-quality preschool and early learning opportunities is crucial for preparing young children for success in kindergarten and beyond. The Head Start program in particular has been shown to have long-term positive impacts on educational attainment, health, and economic outcomes for participating children.

The details

The Hart County Head Start program offers both full-day and part-day preschool options for children ages 3-5, as well as an Early Head Start program for infants and toddlers. Families must meet income eligibility requirements to enroll, but the programs are provided at no or low cost. Registration for the upcoming school year is now open, and parents are encouraged to sign up their children as soon as possible to secure a spot.

  • Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open.
  • The new school year for Hart County Head Start programs will begin in August 2026.

The players

Patty Tillman

The director of the Hart County Head Start program, which is overseeing the registration process for the upcoming school year.

Hart County Head Start

A local early childhood education program that provides free or low-cost preschool and childcare services to eligible families in the Hartwell, Georgia area.

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What’s next

Parents interested in enrolling their children in the Hart County Head Start programs should contact the program directly to complete the registration process as soon as possible, as spots are limited.

The takeaway

Access to quality early childhood education is critical for preparing young children for success in school and life. The Hart County Head Start program provides an important resource for local families to give their children a strong start.