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Best Headstart Programs in Andalusia, AL

Compare 2 headstart programs in Andalusia. Average rating: 4.22/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Andalusia, Alabama at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.22/5
Parent reviews
26
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Andalusia has 2 licensed headstart programs with 26 parent reviews averaging 4.22/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 36420 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Andalusia

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
    Southside Baptist Church
    4.53 score
    4.9(7)

    1213 West Bypass, Andalusia, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews praise Southside Baptist Church's welcoming community and pastoral leadership. Parents highlight the warm congregation, strong fellowship, and availability of an after-school program. All reviewers gave ratings of 4-5 stars.

    welcoming atmospherewarm congregationPastor Josh's sermonsbiblical teachings
  2. 2
    Andalusia Full Gospel Tabernacle
    4.18 score
    4.3(8)

    1600 Stanley Avenue, Andalusia, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The reviews provided appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the worship experience, preaching, and community spirit. Multiple reviewers highlight strong youth and children's programs.

    Family-oriented atmospherewelcoming communityquality preachingexcellent praise and worship

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Andalusia

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.08avg rating
5 daycares · 5 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Church Daycare

4.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Andalusia zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
364207
4.5
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Andalusia (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Andalusia

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Andalusia, Alabama

There are 2 headstart programs in Andalusia, Alabama, making up 25% of the 8 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Andalusia have an average rating of 4.22 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 26 parent reviews.

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

All Headstart Programs in Andalusia

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Andalusia Head Start
Headstart Programs

One parent highlights that the program successfully helped their children learn before starting school. No other feedback is currently available for this listing.

helped kids learn before school
Address
602 Seegers Street, Andalusia, AL
Phone
(334) 881-0181
Andalusia Head Start Center
Headstart Programs

One parent highlights that the center helped their children prepare for school. The feedback focuses on early learning support without noting any specific drawbacks.

helped kids learn before school
Address
719 Whatley Street, Andalusia, AL
Phone
(334) 881-0181

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Andalusia, Alabama, out of 8 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Andalusia have an average Google rating of 4.22 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Andalusia, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Alabama's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Alabama)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Andalusia offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Alabama 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 Andalusia for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Andalusia must be licensed by Alabama'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.