Enrollment at Kai Ming Head Start

Our programs are dedicated to supporting underserved families in our community, including those facing economic challenges, children with special needs, children in foster care, and those experiencing homelessness.

As a non-profit Head Start grantee, we aim to provide quality early education and support services to families who qualify under state and federal guidelines.  All families with children aged 3 months to 5 years are encouraged to apply–we’ll carefully review each application to determine eligibility for our State and Federally funded programs.

If you need any additional information, please contact our Enrollment Specialist at (415) 982-4777 or enroll@kaiming.org

Apply Online Submit Inquiry

Our Enrollment Process

Step 1:
Fill Out Pre-Application
You can apply in one of two ways:
Apply Online
OR
Download Physical Form
Step 2:
Review and Waitlist
After your pre-application submission, we will contact you within 2 business days.

We will review your application, assign priority based on your family’s specific needs and reported income, and place your child on the waitlist for the center(s) you’ve selected. 
Step 3:
Review and Waitlist
Once your family is found eligible for a space and a vacancy is available, one of our Family Advocates will reach out to verify your information.

Afterward, you’ll be invited to a formal intake appointment to complete enrollment and set a start date for your child!

Eligibility for Our Program

Kai Ming Head Start considers factors like age, income, and residency to serve families who will benefit most. Learn more about eligibility and see examples below.
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Conditional eligibility
 
You are eligible for fully subsidized comprehensive services at no cost if any of the following apply:
 
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Homeless families
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In public assistance such as TANF, SSI, WIC, CalFresh, SNAP
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Children in foster care
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Children with special needs including IEP or IFSP
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Income eligibility
 
Our program follows Head Start and State regulations. For more details, see 🔗 Related regulation
 
Below are income examples for a family of 4 for CSPP (pre-school program):
 
  • Under $112,104: Eligible for free full services
  • Under $164,850: Limited fully subsidized spots may be available
  • $164,850–$224,800: May qualify for a partially subsidized spot with a fee 🔗 Related regulation

Start Your Enrollment Inquiry

To learn more or enroll, submit the form below or call (415) 982-4777. Our staff will contact you to schedule an appointment.
Contact Information
Centers you are interested in
  
Broadway Center   820 Battery St. (Broadway)
  
Dr. T.K.L Center   950 Powell St. (Clay St.)
  
Geary Center   6221 Geary Blvd. (26th Ave)
  
North Beach Center   1170 Columbus Ave. (Bay St)
  
PMsquare Children's Center   671 China Basin St.
  
Rainbow Center   799 Pacific Ave.
  
Richmond Center   426 33rd Ave. (Geary Blvd)
  
St. Luke's Center   1755 Clay St. (Van Ness Ave.) 
  
Sunset Center   2800 Taraval St. (38th Ave)
  
Home-Based/Prenatal Program
Anything you'd like us to know about your family