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Offers a child care center based on a child-centered curriculum with a strong academic emphasis on reading and math. Age specific programs are available to infants (6 weeks-24 months), toddlers (24-36 months), preschoolers (3-5 years) and for school-age children (kindergarten-5th grade). The facility is fully licensed by the Department of Human Services and is accredited with the National Association for the Education of Young Children NAEYC). The center also participates in the USDA Child and Adult Food Program, providing nutritious meals and snacks.

Provides early childhood education and summer camp opportunities for children. Y-Tots Preschool has morning and afternoon classes for children ages 3-4. Lovett Child development center offers full time and part time childcare for children ages 2-Pre-K. Before school and after school adventure club        provides childcare and activities for school-aged children. Summer day camp is offered full time and part time for school aged children. 

Comprehensive child development program serving children 6 weeks to 3 years old.

Staff make visits to the homes of Early Head Start children to assist parents in meeting their family goals.

Parents have the opportunity to be part of a parent committee and/or to volunteer in the center.

Early Head Start provides educational activities through the High/Scope curriculum.

All diapers, wipes, baby food and formula needed during the day are provided free of charge.

Provides quality childcare for children ages six weeks through school age. Open through the evening to meet the needs of parents who need extended care. Preschool is also provided.

2 Locations:

- Downtown: 317 7th Avenue South, Clinton, Iowa 52732; (563) 244-8340.

- Lyons: 250 20th Avenue North, Clinton, Iowa 52732; (563) 242-2110.

School district providing infant and toddler childcare, preschool, elementary, and secondary education. Community education.

Clothing and school supplies through Endowment Fund for needy children; contact individual school for information.

Early Head Start ensures that children (0-3 years of age) and their families receive the academic, social, mental, health, and nutritional education they need.

Head Start prepares children for Kindergarten and beyond. Also meets the nutritional, health, social and mental health needs of children and their families.

Provides evaluation and intervention services that identify developmental needs, deliver and coordinate early childhood special education programs.

Offers child care, preschool, before/after school, school days out, and summer programs, as well as Early Head Start.

Head Start and Early Head Start are comprehensive child development programs that serve children from birth to age five, pregnant women and their families. The programs are child-focused and have the overall goal of increasing the school readiness of young children in low-income families.

Both programs provide a range of individualized services in the areas of education, medical, dental and mental health, nutrition and social service to children and their families. Parent involvement is encouraged and support is offered for children with disabilities.

Local school contacts in Audubon, Calhoun, Carroll, Dallas, Greene, Guthrie and Sac Counties are listed below:

-- Audubon, Carroll, Coon Rapids: (712) 830-9442

-- Adel, Waukee: (515) 987-7428 or (712) 830-1327

-- Guthrie Center, Jefferson, Panora: (712) 830-6990

-- Rockwell City, Lytton, Sac City, Schaller, Crestland, Southern Cal: (712) 830-1326

-- Perry: (515) 238-2194

Head Start is an educational program to help prepare children for transition into kindergarten and provides health screenings and nutrients. Transportation is available at most locations. Early Head Start is specific to meet the developmental needs of infants and toddlers. Offers home-based options with a weekly visit from a teacher in the family's home along with two special days a month for activities with other families.

Head Start is an educational program to help prepare children for transition into kindergarten and provides health screenings and nutrients. Transportation is available at most locations. Early Head Start is specific to meet the developmental needs of infants and toddlers. Offers home-based options with a weekly visit from a teacher in the family's home along with two special days a month for activities with other families.

Preschool for All (PFA) Program provides at least 2.5 hours of additional academic supports. Includes parent engagement, comprehensive developmental screening, and research-based curriculum for children to develop a foundation of knowledge and skills for academic success.

Provides a comprehensive child development program which serve children from birth to age five, pregnant women and their families. The program is child-focused and has the overall goal of increasing the school readiness of young children in low-income families.

Call or visit the website for the nearest Head Start/Early Head Start location near you. 

Early Head Start is an education-based program that supports families through child development, parenting education, nutrition, social services, parent involvement, family literacy, and health and disability services. The home visiting program consists of a home visitor making a weekly visit and providing two group socialization opportunities a month. The center-based program for parents working or going to school full time, provides free childcare for eligible infants and toddlers, which also promotes parental input through volunteer opportunities and parent interactions.

Head Start is a no-cost preschool program that serves children ages 0-5 and their families. Program includes health services, nutritional meals and snacks, disability services, educational services, social services, and parent involvement. Full-day and half-day programs are available.

Offers to prepare registered Pre-K students for a routine schedule in a classroom setting. Instructors work with students on fine motor skills and learning the alphabet.

Provide life-long learning opportunities by partnering with schools, families and neighborhood residents to promote youth development and stronger communities through before and after school programs, Community Learning Centers and youth summer programs.

Administers Head Start, a comprehensive developmental preschool program for children. At the three center locations throughout McHenry County, open enrollment is available at any time and emphasis is on school readiness.

Also provided the following classes, parent training, health and dental screening, social services and a nutrition program.

Transportation may be available in certain areas For qualifying families.

Offers child care, preschool, before/after school, school days out, and summer programs, as well as Early Head Start.