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Best Daycare Centers in Hayward, WI

Compare 5 daycare centers in Hayward. Average rating: 4.92/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hayward, Wisconsin at a glance

Daycares
5
Avg rating
4.92/5
Parent reviews
9
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Hayward offers 5 licensed daycares, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4.92/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 100% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 54843 zip code, averaging 4.92 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hayward

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Starbright Child Care INC
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    10773 Minnie Ave, Hayward, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    Starbright Child Care Inc receives strong ratings with parents praising the caring staff and quality programming. The facility offers diverse activities including art, outdoor play, and baking, with clean conditions and professional service. One concern raised is potential understaffing relative to enrollment.

    caring and wonderful staffengaging activities (artoutdoor playbaking)

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Hayward

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Hayward, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.87avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Hayward zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
548435
4.92
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Hayward (20–166 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Hayward based on parent reviews

Starbright Child Care INC

4.6(6)

10773 Minnie Ave, Hayward, WI

Starbright Child Care Inc receives strong ratings with parents praising the caring staff and quality programming. The facility offers diverse activities including art, outdoor play, and baking, with clean conditions and professional service. One concern raised is potential understaffing relative to enrollment.

caring and wonderful staffengaging activities (artoutdoor play

Grandmas Place Day Care Center

5(1)

15949 W 4th St, Hayward, WI

One parent highlights Brenda as an awesome caregiver and notes that their children enjoy attending GRANDMAS PLACE DAY CARE CENTER. The feedback is currently limited to this single positive experience.

Friendly staffChild enjoyment

Grandmas Too

5(1)

10557 N Minnesota Ave, Hayward, WI

One parent describes Grandma's Too as a blessing, praising the owner and staff for their excellent care and genuine concern for their children's wellbeing. The reviewer expresses gratitude that their daughters are in safe hands and intends to continue using the service until the children age out.

caring staffexcellent ownersafe environment

Lco Head Start-Early Head Start

5(1)

8837 N Trepania Rd, Hayward, WI

Icaa Hayward Head Start

5

10814 Beal Ave, Hayward, WI

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Daycare types in Hayward

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 2

Daycare Centers in Hayward, Wisconsin

There are 5 daycare centers in Hayward, Wisconsin. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Hayward have an average rating of 4.92 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 9 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hayward, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Hayward

Showing 5 results

Icaa Hayward Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
10814 Beal Ave, Hayward, WI
Phone
(715) 634-5272
Quality
Grandmas Place Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights Brenda as an awesome caregiver and notes that their children enjoy attending GRANDMAS PLACE DAY CARE CENTER. The feedback is currently limited to this single positive experience.

Friendly staffChild enjoyment
Address
15949 W 4th St, Hayward, WI
Phone
(715) 634-2796
Quality
Grandmas Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes Grandma's Too as a blessing, praising the owner and staff for their excellent care and genuine concern for their children's wellbeing. The reviewer expresses gratitude that their daughters are in safe hands and intends to continue using the service until the children age out.

caring staffexcellent ownersafe environment
Address
10557 N Minnesota Ave, Hayward, WI
Phone
(715) 634-6320
Lco Head Start-Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
8837 N Trepania Rd, Hayward, WI
Phone
(715) 634-8560
Quality
Starbright Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Starbright Child Care Inc receives strong ratings with parents praising the caring staff and quality programming. The facility offers diverse activities including art, outdoor play, and baking, with clean conditions and professional service. One concern raised is potential understaffing relative to enrollment.

caring and wonderful staffengaging activities (artoutdoor play
Address
10773 Minnie Ave, Hayward, WI
Phone
(715) 634-9091
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 all daycares in Hayward, Wisconsin. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Hayward have an average Google rating of 4.92 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hayward, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Wisconsin's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Wisconsin)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Hayward offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Wisconsin typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Hayward for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hayward must be licensed by Wisconsin's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.