CDI Head Start is here to maintain continuous, high‑quality Head Start services and to support families with reliable early learning and family resources. We’re committed to making sure children keep learning and thriving while ensuring your community’s services remain steady and strong.
The Head Start Center‑Based Preschool Program serves children ages 3–5 in safe, welcoming classrooms. Teachers support early reading, math, social, and emotional skills through play and hands‑on learning. Children receive healthy meals, health and dental screenings, and family support services.
Families choose Head Start because it’s more than a program, it’s a partner in your child’s growth.
Caring, qualified teachers
Safe and welcoming classrooms
Free healthy meals
Health and development check-ups
Support for family goals
Strong community connections
CDI Head Start is here to keep Head Start services operating and grow stronger programs in your community that thrive for years to come.
Mission
The mission of CDI Head Start is to serve children and families of low-income by fostering comprehensive, quality early childhood education services in community.
Some communities have Head Start or Early Head Start services operated by an interim provider. The Office of Head Start oversees these programs.
Learn more about Interim Head Start Services.
| Name | Phone | Address | |||
| Admin Office Phillips Head Start | (870) 816-9071 | 1125 Columbia St, Helena, AR 72342 (Map) | |||
| Arkansas Better Chance - Central High School HS | (870) 753-4033 | 103 School Road, Helena, AR 72342 (Map) | |||
| Arkansas Better Chance - Poplar Grove | (870) 572-2554 | 123 Phillips Rd. 353, Poplar Grove , AR 72374 (Map) | |||
| CDI HS Clarendon Center | (870) 233-9914 | 401 Midland Street, Clarendon, AR 72029 (Map) | |||
| CDI HS De Valls Bluff Center | (870) 233-9116 | 572 E Sycamore Street, De Valls Bluff, AR 72041 (Map) | |||
| CDI HS Des Arc Center | (870) 270-4890 | 113 S. 3rd Street, Des Arc, AR 72040 (Map) | |||
| CDI HS Phillips Center | (870) 816-9071 | 1125 Columbia St, Helena, AR 72342 (Map) | |||
| CDI HS Brinkley Center | (870) 233-9363 | 551 Floyd Brown Road, Brinkley, AR 72021 (Map) |
Not sure if you qualify? We encourage you to apply. Our team is here to help you find out if you are eligible.
We’re here to help. We can connect you with helpful programs and services in the community.
