Head Start of Eastern Orange County
Head Start of Eastern Orange County is a free, federally funded preschool program on Gidney Avenue in Newburgh that serves children from low-income families, offering preschool for 3- and 4-year-olds along with health screenings, nutritious meals, and family support built around school readiness.
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License
Active license
Public reviews
5 Google reviews
Licensed size
144 Preschoolers
Location
- Current license runs through October 3, 2026.
- Licensed for up to 144 children (144 preschool).
- School district: Newburgh.
Choose "Facility/Enrollment ID" and enter 144412. The state's profile may include inspection and violation history.
State details from NY OCFS open data, checked September 24, 2026.
Listed by Newburgh Enlarged City School District as a 2026-27 free pre-K (UPK) site. These seats are for families who live in that district, and they're assigned through the district, so apply through your district, not the program. Sites can change from year to year.
Program details
A no-cost Newburgh Head Start preschool for income-eligible families with 3- and 4-year-olds, pairing early learning with health screenings, family support, and help getting ready for kindergarten, with details families can confirm before enrollment.
Age range
The program serves preschool-age children, ages 3 and 4.
Cost
Head Start is offered at no cost to families who qualify, with eligibility based primarily on household income.
Capacity
Licensed capacity is 144 preschool children.
Approach
The program pairs early education with health, social, and family support to build school readiness.
Family services
Families can access health screenings, support for developmental and mental-health needs, family events, and help transitioning to kindergarten.
Learning setting
Children learn through in-person classroom time and outdoor play.
Location
The program is at 49 Gidney Avenue in Newburgh.
Program details can change, so ask about current openings, income eligibility, enrollment steps, program hours, transportation, inspection-history details, and current licensing status before making plans.
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