Skip to main content
California Department of Education Logo

Is Child Enrolled in a Head Start Program?

The ‘Is Child Enrolled in a Head Start Program?’ field indicates whether the child is also enrolled in a Head Start program, in addition to being enrolled in California State Preschool Program (CSPP) with the California Department of Education (CDE).

Where to Find It

This information should be retained in the Child File within the Agency.

Rules and Guidelines

  • This information field is required; Only one option may be selected.
    • There are six choices for this field:
      • 01: No, the child is not enrolled in a Head Start Program.
      • 02: Yes, the child is enrolled in Head Start.
      • 03: Yes, the child is enrolled in Early Head Start.
      • 04: Yes, the child is enrolled in Migrant Head Start.
      • 05: Yes, the child is enrolled in Tribal Head Start.
      • 06: Unknown if the child is enrolled in a Head Start Program.

Error Messages and Solutions

  • The 'Is Child Enrolled in a Head Start Program?' field is required and cannot be left blank (WI171) [801A Electronic File Transfer], [801A Input/Edit].
    • Problem: The information for the 'Is Child Enrolled in a Head Start Program?' field is not provided.
    • Solution: Enter a valid entry for the field (e.g. 2 digits from 01 through 06).
  • The 'Is Child Enrolled in a Head Start Program?' field is invalid (WI172) [801A Electronic File Transfer], [801A Input/Edit].
    • Problem: The information for the 'Is Child Enrolled in a Head Start Program?' field is not valid.
    • Solution: Enter a valid entry for the field that matches one of the six choices above (e.g. 2 digits from 01 through 06).

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I do not know if the child is enrolled in a California Department of Social Services (CDSS) program. What should I put?
    • If you do not know this information, you may select the code 06 for unknown. We still ask agencies to accurately report this field to the best of your ability whenever possible.

Return to Appendix A: Data Definitions

Questions:   CDMIS | CDMIS@cde.ca.gov
Last Reviewed: Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Recently Posted in Early Education
  • Head-of-Household Zip Code (added 06-Aug-2025)
    The HoH Zip Code information field indicates the zip code of the residence of the HoH for the family receiving subsidized childcare services through an agency’s contract with the EED.
  • Is this Provider License-Exempt? (added 06-Aug-2025)
    The ‘Is this Provider License-Exempt?’ field indicates whether the provider is license-exempt or if they hold an active license number.
  • Is Child Enrolled in a CDSS Program? (added 05-Aug-2025)
    The “Is Child Enrolled in a California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Program?” field shows if a child is also in a CDSS program while enrolled in California State Preschool Program (CSPP) with the California Department of Education (CDE).
  • Child’s Eligibility (added 05-Aug-2025)
    801A data field “Child’s Eligibility” indicates the criteria in which a child is eligible for California State Preschool Program (CSPP) services, as specified in California Education Code (EC) Section 8208(d)(4).
  • Is Child Receiving Extended Learning and Care? (added 05-Aug-2025)
    The “Is Child Receiving Extended Learning and Care?” field applies to children in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) or Kindergarten (K) who also attend part-day California State Preschool Program (CSPP) during non-instructional hours.

  • Is Child Enrolled in a Head Start Program? (added 05-Aug-2025)
    The ‘Is Child Enrolled in a Head Start Program?’ field indicates whether the child is also enrolled in a Head Start program, in addition to being enrolled in California State Preschool Program (CSPP) with the California Department of Education (CDE).
  • Provider Address 1 (added 05-Aug-2025)
    New 801A data field “Provider Address 1” indicates the address where the provider offers California State Preschool Program (CSPP) services.
  • Provider Address 2 (added 05-Aug-2025)
    801A data field “Provider Address 2” indicates the secondary components of the address where the provider offers California State Preschool Program (CSPP) services.
  • Provider City (added 05-Aug-2025)
    801A data field “Provider City” indicates the formal name of the city or town where provider offers California State Preschool Program (CSPP) services.
  • Provider License Number (added 05-Aug-2025)
    The "Provider License Number" field indicates the license number of the provider. If a provider holds an active Department of Social Services (CDSS) Facility License Number, this number should be entered into this field.