Navigating the Stars: How to Apply

Step 1: Is ABC Right For Your Child?

If your child meets the age criteria and needs extra support, ABC Head Start can help! We support children aged 3 to 5 who experience speech, language, behaviour, and developmental challenges or delays, as well as those who are neurodivergent.

Step 2: Apply to ABC Head Start

Apply online through our website. The application is thorough to ensure the right supports for each enrolled child. Please complete all sections and provide required documents.

Step 3: Getting To Know You

Our Intake Team will contact you to learn more about your child and family. Based on your application and intake conversation, we may move your child to the next stage by booking a one-on-one visit, or determine that another program may be a better fit and provide referrals for support.

Step 4: 1 on 1 Visit

We will visit you in your home, or in the community if you prefer. During this visit, the Family Engagement Worker will complete a child development questionnaire and observe your child’s communication and play skills to help us better understand the supports they may need.

Step 5: Assessments

If needed, our in-house Speech and Language Pathology team may schedule a speech and language assessment and hearing screening to ensure the right supports for your child.

Step 6: Enrollment Decision

Our Family Engagement team will contact you with the results and confirm your child's enrollment, securing their spot in the program. If we’re unable to offer placement, we’ll connect you with other resources to support your child’s success.

Step 7: Program Details are Provided

Our Family Engagement Team assigns program details, including location, days, and times, based on availability and resources. While we understand the need for flexibility, we cannot accommodate schedule requests. Families receive confirmed program details in late August, right before the school year starts.