About
is southwest Ohio's Head Start agency, offering free and low-cost early learning and childcare for children from 6 weeks to age 5 in Dayton and across the Miami Valley. For over 60 years, they have walked alongside families in Montgomery, Clark, and Madison counties, providing the kind of warm, nurturing early childhood education that gives every child a strong foundation, no matter their circumstances. They offer a range of early learning and childcare programs, including Early Head Start, Head Start preschool, in-home learning, and Family Child Care Partner programs, staffed by trained, caring educators who are committed to your child's growth and to your family's wellbeing. With 40+ program sites in Dayton, Trotwood, Miamisburg, Springfield, Medway, London, and surrounding communities, there is likely an MVCDC location close to home.
Insurance & payment
Insurance details are not listed publicly — call the practice to confirm.
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Early Head Start
Supports infants and toddlers from 6 weeks to age 3 through center-based and home-based care.
Head Start preschool
Prepares children ages 3 to 5 for kindergarten in warm, play-based classrooms across the Dayton area.
In-home learning
Provides quality early childhood education directly into your community for families who need flexibility.
Family Child Care Partner programs
Brings quality early childhood education directly into your community through partnerships with in-home Family Child Care providers.