Bryan Child Development Center is a federally funded Head Start program serving 74 children ages 6 weeks through 4 years at 711 N Houston Ave in Bryan, Texas. Operated by Brazos Valley Community Action, the center offers free early childhood education for income-eligible families with a curriculum focused on discovery-based learning, social competence, and developing love of reading aligned with Texas Education Agency requirements. The program includes full inclusion for children with disabilities, weekend and summer care, bilingual daycare, infant services, and comprehensive family support through health screenings, nutrition education, home visits, and parent training via Pathways to Parenting. The center operates August through May (Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-2:30 PM) and provides transportation assistance for medical appointments, though enrollment is limited to federally income-eligible families and subject to program funding availability.
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Discovery-based learning with rich learning experiences in a nurturing environment; classroom structure alternates between teacher-directed activities and independent learning centers; curriculum goals consistent with Texas Education Agency requirements; focus on developing love of reading and social competence.
Programs & activities: Center-based and Home Base (home visiting) programs; social development through planned socializations; health screenings and nutrition education; family-style meals; field trips; classroom volunteer opportunities; medical and dental screenings; mental health support; parent training including Pathways to Parenting seminars.
What sets it apart: Full inclusion program for children with disabilities; positive guidance discipline approach (no physical or verbal punishment); two home visits annually for center-based families; transportation assistance for medical/social service appointments; ages 6 weeks to 4 years; operates August through May, 8:30 AM-2:30 PM Monday-Friday; meals provide 2/3 of minimum daily nutrition requirements; federal poverty income guidelines apply; four scholarships available for child development courses at Blinn College.
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