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

May 1-2

No Classes

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

May 8

Washington County Bowling & Graduation

Time: 5:30 pm

May 11

Mother's Day

May 13

Policy Council

May 14

Early Head Start Social

Theme: Dragons & Taco's

Counties: Republic, Ottawa & Cloud Time: 4:00 pm Location: Cloud Early Head Start Building

May 14

Early Head Start Social

Theme: Dragons & Taco's

County: Clay Time: 5:30 pm Location: Clay Center Utility Park Gazebo

May 15

Republic County Graduation & Meal

Time: 5:30 pm

May 18

Head Starts 60th Birthday

May 19

Board of Directors Meeting

May 20

Last Day of Head Start Class

May 20

Clay County End of Year Celebration

Time: 5:30 pm Location: Dexter Park, Clay Center, KS

May 21

Ottawa County End of Year Celebration

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