Our Mission

Enriching The Lives We Touch

Our Head Start programs support children’s growth from birth to age 5 through early learning, development, health, and family well-being services. We prepare children to succeed in school and life by tailoring learning experiences to their needs and abilities, serving families from diverse backgrounds.

Head Start Preschools

Located in Clay, Ottawa, Republic, and Washington counties, our free preschools provide full-day educational experiences for children aged 3-5, ensuring a smooth transition to local school districts.

Early Head Start

Our free home visitation program offers vital support to income-eligible families with children aged 0-3 and expectant families across Clay, Cloud, Geary, Ottawa, Republic, and Washington Counties.

Child Care Partnerships

We collaborate with daycare providers across multiple counties to deliver exceptional education and development services, ensuring easy access to our programs.

About us

Vision

The vision of the Little Learners Childhood Connections is to provide the very best environments for children, families, and staff to reach their full potential. As we practice excellence and integrity, we envision expansion of services, resources, and community partnerships.

Values
Events are not open to the public unless noted "Community Event".

Upcoming Events

April 14

Early Head Start Social

Time: 4:00 pm Location: Cloud Office Playground - RP, OT, CD Counties Dinosaur Egg Hunt

April 15

Policy Council

April 15

Washington County

KSDA Puppies

April 16

Clay County Head Start Social

Time: 11:00 am Location: Zoo Park Egg Hunt & Lunch

April 17

Early Head Start Social

Time: 5:30 pm Location: Zoo Park - CY County - Dinosaur Egg Hunt

April 20

Easter

April 21

Board of Directors Meeting

6:30PM

April 21

Washington County Head Start

Class Nature Trip

April 23

Clay County Open House

Time: 5:00 pm -7:00 pm Location: 314 Court Street, Clay Center, KS

April 25

Ottawa County Open House

Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am Location: 612 N. Rothsay St., Minneapolis, KS

April 29

Washington County Open House

Time: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Location: 117 W. College St., Washington, KS

April 29

Republic County Open House

Time: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Location: 1813 E. Frontage Rd/HWY 81, Bellville, KS

April 30

Republic County Head Start

Breakfast & EMS

About us

What Our Clients Are Saying!

Expectant families and children from birth to age five from families with incomes below the federal poverty guidelines. Eligible families include those receiving SSI, SNAP, cash assistance/TANF, foster families, and those experiencing homelessness.

Client Testimonials

Welcome to Little Learners Childhood Connections

Our recent rebranding to Little Learners Childhood Connections reflects our dedication to adapting and expanding our services to meet the evolving needs of families in Kansas counties.

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Where to find us

Our Locations

Work Hours

Located in Clay, Ottawa, Republic, and Washington counties, our preschools provide full-day educational experiences for children aged 3-5, ensuring a smooth transition to local school districts.

Clay Center

Site Director: Jenny Schaich

Concordia

EHS Services Only

Washington County

Site Director: Laurie Logan

Ottawa County

Site Director: Erin Nisbeth

Republic County

Site Director: Glenda Willis