Head Start | Community Action Akron Summit
1205 East Waterloo Road, Akron, OH 44306
Designated Parking.
Eligibility
Serves children ages 3 to 5 years residing in Summit County. Federal Income Guidelines may be used to determine eligibility.
Required documents
PARENT'S INFORMATION
Proof of Income:
- If Employed: Copy of previous year's W-2 or written statement from employer.
- If Self-Employed: Copy of 1099 form.
- If Unemployed: Copy of OWF, SSI, Social Security, Unemployment, Child Support, and so forth.
- Birth Certificate/Birth Record.
- Up-to-Date Shot Record.
- Custody/Guardianship papers, if applicable.
- Names of two (2) emergency contacts. Must have name, address, and phone number.
- Doctor's and Dentist's name, address, and phone number.
- Insurance Card or Health Card.
Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm.
(330) 643-0711
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(330) 773-4862
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Languages
None.
Application process
Call the Head Start Recruitment and Enrollment department visit website for more information.
Fees
No fee.
Service area
Summit County, Ohio
Offers a free educational development program for children from low-income homes and children with disabilities. Provides education, health services, nutritional services, mental health services, pre and post-natal services, and special needs services. Offers both full day and half day classes are available.
Last assured
02/03/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Community Action Akron Summit
Provides a wide range of diverse and comprehensive services and programs to address the needs of low-income residents of Summit County. Offers programs such as: Energy Assistance, Foster Grandparent, Head Start/Early Head Start, Pathways HUB, and the Community Action Earned Income Tax Credit Program.