

Head Start and Early Head Start offer a high-quality educational experience to income-eligible children in several locations on the Lower East Side and in the East Village. Our Head Start programs supplement academic learning with opportunities for children to express and develop their creativity, learn about health and wellness, and explore their community. Families receive support with employment and social services. Eligibility is based on Head Start guidelines.
Head Start serves children ages 2.9 to 5. Early Head Start serves children from birth to 3 years including pregnant moms.
For general inquiries, email cfsinfo@edalliance.org.
Hours of Operation
Early Head Start:
Center-based: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Home-based: By appointment once a week
Prenatal: By appointment once a week
Head Start:
8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
UPK:
8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. with limited extended day slots
Early Learn:
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM LOCATIONS
Manny Cantor Center (197 East Broadway)
Louis Hamlyn-Harris
Senior Director, Early Childhood
646-395-4253
lhamlynharris@mannycantor.org
Jacqueline Marks
Senior Director, Early Childhood
646-395-4251
jmarks@mannycantor.org
Lillian Wald (18 and 34 Avenue D)
Joquene Hall-Ramirez
Senior Director, Early Childhood Education
646-395-4241
joqueneramirez@edalliance.org
Home-based Programs
Our Home-Based Program provides support and services to prenatal moms, infants, toddlers, and their families through one on one home visits and group activities partnering with the family. For more information, email cfsinfo@edalliance.org.
HEAD START PROGRAM LOCATIONS
Manny Cantor Center (197 East Broadway)
Louis Hamlyn-Harris
Senior Director, Early Childhood
646-395-4253
lhamlynharris@mannycantor.org
Jacqueline Marks
Senior Director, Early Childhood
646-395-4251
jmarks@mannycantor.org
P.S. 64 (600 East 6th Street)
Joquene Hall-Ramirez
Senior Director, Early Childhood Education
646-395-4241
joqueneramirez@edalliance.org
P.S. 134 (293 East Broadway)
Lizette Marcano
Director
212-780-5226
lmarcano@edalliance.org
P.S. 142 (100 Attorney Street)
Lizette Marcano
Director
212-780-5226
lmarcano@edalliance.org
Lillian Wald (18 Avenue D)
Angelique Kirton
Associate Director
646-395-4247
akirton@edalliance.org
Lillian Wald (34 Avenue D)
Joquene Hall-Ramirez
Senior Director, Early Childhood Education
646-395-4241
joqueneramirez@edalliance.org

Our 2Generation program is the first of its kind in New York City. This program is designed to strengthen family functioning, enhance family financial stability, help parents overcome obstacles to furthering their education, and inform parents about education options as their children progress in school. We simultaneously provide high-quality early childhood education while also offering caregivers with educational programming opportunities.
For general inquiries about 2Gen, please contact Sandra Trujillo:
Contact: Sandra Trujillo
Senior Director of 2Gen
strujillo@edalliance.org
646-395-4207
Adult Education and Career Pathway
Partnering with NYU and CUNY we developed a partnership that provides low-income parents of children enrolled in our Early Childhood Programs with adult education. Classes include Pre-High School Equivalency prep, High School Equivalency prep, College prep, and ESOL. This program provides guidance leading to higher educational opportunities and enhanced financial security.
- To learn more about our Career Services Success click here.
- High School Equivalency schedule click here.
- ESOL schedule click here.
Contact: Croilot Semexan
Program Coordinator-College Advisor, Children and Family Services
csemexan@edalliance.org
646-395-4288
Family Well-Being Pathway
We provide caregivers the opportunity to develop their parenting skills through workshops and support groups. Participants work with Family Mentors to develop individualized family goals. Caregiver support groups are available and offered throughout the school year.
Contact: Adriana Delgado
Parenting Programs Manager
adelgado@edalliance.org
646-395-4218
Community Engagement Pathway
Through the 2Generation program, caregivers are able to participate first-hand in their child’s education through our Parent Policy Council. Governance training is provided to help you learn how to fully participate and advocate for your child’s education and the needs of your community.
This program receives financial support from the New York State Education Department, JP Morgan Chase Foundation, and the Lower Manhattan Development Corporation.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
English, Español, 中文
DOWNLOAD AN APPLICATION
Use the links below to download an application to our early childhood services:
ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
中文
Use this link to download an application to our pre-natal services:
Pre-Natal
If you have any questions about applying, please contact Jennifer Chang at jchang@edalliance.org or 646-395-4138.
PROGRAM LOCATIONS
Manny Cantor Center
197 East Broadway
Head Start, Early Head Start, 2Gen
lillian wald
18 avenue d
Head Start, Early Head Start, 2Gen
Lillian Wald
34 Avenue D
Head Start, 2Gen
P.S. 64
600 East 6th Street
Head Start, 2Gen
p.s. 134
293 East Broadway
Head Start, 2Gen
Teacher Director, Head Start 3 Year Old:
Amreen Punjani
aali@edalliance.org
646-395-4192
p.s. 142
100 attorney street
Head Start, 2Gen
Head Start Community School Director:
Lizette Marcano
lmarcano@ edalliance.org
212-780-5226
For enrollment information, please contact Jennifer Chang at jchang@edalliance.org or 646-395-4138.