Early Education
What We Do
Investing in the First Years' for a Lifetime of Success
Providing high-quality early childhood education programs to ensure young children have the foundation they need for school and life. We offer a range of early childhood education services such as Headstart and Success By 6 that support children’s learning and development, promote family involvement, and ensure access to quality care.
Supporting Children’s Learning and Development.
The early years of a child’s life are some of the most important for brain development, learning, and emotional growth. At Family Guidance Center of Alabama, we are committed to providing families with access to high-quality early education programs that prepare children for school and equip parents and caregivers with the tools to support their child’s development.
From Head Start/Early Head Start to Success By 6, our programs offer structured learning experiences, health screenings, and family support services to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. We also help working parents access child care financial assistance, making early education more accessible and affordable for families in need.
Need Assistance?
Contact Debbie Pinnock, BSAC, MAOM, Assistant Executive Director – Head Start/Early Head Start at 334-270-4100 ext. 1316 or Dpinnock@familyguidancecenter.org
Specialized Programs to Meet Your Needs
Our Programs
Headstart / Early Headstart
Family Guidance Center of Alabama proudly operates the Head Start/Early Head Start program in Autauga, Chilton, Elmore, Shelby, Choctaw, Dallas, Marengo, Sumter, and Wilcox counties. This program is provided at no cost and focuses on school readiness by offering:
- Early Learning & Development – Individualized learning experiences that foster language, literacy, math, and social-emotional skills.
- Health & Wellness Support – Access to medical, dental, and mental health services, ensuring children receive the care they need.
- Family & Parental Engagement – Parents and caregivers play an active role in their child’s learning through leadership opportunities and personalized family support services.
Success By 6
The Success By 6 initiative is a community-driven school readiness program that helps young children develop the emotional, social, and cognitive skills they need for school—and life! Program Highlights:
- Pre-K Classrooms – Offered at Chisholm Elementary, Davis Elementary, and Chisholm Baptist Church Community Center to provide structured early learning for 3- and 4-year-olds.
- Early Literacy Support – Includes the Read to Me! program, free children’s books, and literacy-based parent-child activities.
- Parenting & Family Education – Support programs like Motheread/Fatheread and Born Learning Home Visits to help parents create a learning-rich home environment.
- GED & Career Readiness Support – Helping parents continue their own education while preparing their children for success.