Childcare
Child care subsidies and assistance
DC Child Care Subsidy Program
Financial assistance to help pay for child care so parents can work, attend school, or participate in training.
DC families with children ages 0-12 (or up to 19 with special needs) with income at or below 250% federal poverty level. Parent must be working, in school, or in training.
Covers most or all child care costs based on income. Copays range from $0 to $215/month per child.
Apply online at childcareconnections.osse.dc.gov or call My Child Care DC.
My Child Care DC: (202) 727-0284
Head Start / Early Head Start
Free early childhood education and comprehensive services for children ages 0-5 from low-income families.
DC children from birth to age 5 from families at or below 100% federal poverty level. Priority for homeless, foster, and TANF families.
Free full-day early education, meals, health screenings, and family support services
Contact DC's early learning resource center or local Head Start program.
OSSE: (202) 727-6436
DC Universal Pre-K
Free high-quality pre-kindergarten for all DC 3 and 4-year-olds regardless of income.
All DC children ages 3-4 by September 30 of school year.
Free full-day pre-K education
Apply through My School DC lottery at myschooldc.org.
My School DC: (202) 888-6336
Official Sources
Disclaimer: Program details may change. Always verify eligibility requirements and benefit amounts directly with official program sources before applying.
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