Head Start Body Start Preferred Provider List  

Head Start Body Start has developed a Preferred Provider List (PPL) as a resource for Head Start Centers when planning improvements to their outdoor play spaces. The providers offer a wide variety of safe, developmentally appropriate, value-added packages of play space equipment and materials for recipients of Play Space Grants. Even if you are not a Play Space Grant recipient, you will find the list useful for planning your outdoor play spaces.   

View the 2010 Preferred Provider List   

In the Spotlight

Each month, May 2010 through March 2011 HSBS will feature two to three Preferred Providers. This month learn more about: TotTurf by Robertson Industries Inc. & UltiPlay Parks & Playgrounds, Inc.

For years, TotTurf by Robertson Industries, Inc.,has supported Head Start Agencies throughout the US.  And now, as a Head Start Body Start (HSBS) Preferred Vendor, a myriad of products and service are offered to meet your demanding playground safety surfacing issues. It was the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) regulations that propelled us into the playground market to help provide the ultimate in accessibility, while meeting all safety guidelines.

UltiPlay Parks & Playgrounds, Inc. is proud to again be associated with Head Start Body Start as a Preferred Provider and have the opportunity to serve Head Start caregivers throughout New England.  With the goal of meeting the needs of children in their most formative years, our company can certainly assist with the development of age-appropriate physical fitness and outdoor play.  Our company's staff is well-versed in the area of early childhood play and our services include all aspects of fitness and outdoor recreation, from conceptual design to turnkey installation.  Our world-class family of products and safety surfacing systems can ensure that children have a safe and physically challenging play environment. From simple stand-alone playground components to complete playground environments, we're happy to assist Head Start staff in any way possible in creating their ideal playspace. Let us help in putting the fun back into your organization's playground!