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Best Headstart Programs in Fairhope, AL

Compare 1 headstart programs in Fairhope. Average rating: 4.46/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Fairhope, Alabama at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.46/5
Parent reviews
44
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Fairhope has 1 licensed headstart programs with 44 parent reviews averaging 4.46/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 36532 zip code, averaging 4.46 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fairhope

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
    St. James Episcopal Church
    4.59 score
    4.8(14)

    860 North Section Street, Fairhope, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    St. James Episcopal Church in Fairhope receives consistently positive feedback (4.8/5 rating). Reviews praise the welcoming community, quality of instruction, and the church's beautiful facilities and atmosphere. Parents appreciate the caring staff, biblical teaching, and opportunities for service and fellowship.

    Welcoming and friendly communitycaring clergy and stafftraditional worship and biblical teachinggreat music programs
  2. 2
    Eastern Shore Kids Kastle INC.
    3.45 score
    3.3(19)

    10291-B County Road 48, Fairhope, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Eastern Shore Kids Kastle receives consistently high praise from parents and grandparents who highlight the caring staff, owner Ms. Yvette's personal involvement, and child-centered approach. Parents report significant developmental progress, excellent communication, engaging activities with monthly themes, and a clean, safe facility. Families appreciate the owner's commitment to child welfare and the staff's willingness to go above and beyond standard care.

    Caring and loving staffowner involvement and accessibilityclean facilitystrong communication

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Fairhope

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.43avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4.2avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Fairhope zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
365326
4.46
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fairhope (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Fairhope based on parent reviews

Jubilee Head Start Center

4.2(4)

24044 Us Highway 98, Fairhope, AL

Parents highlight the staff's dedication, with specific praise for individuals like Mrs. Monica and Nita, and express strong satisfaction with the Head Start program. However, one review reports a serious incident involving unexplained injuries to a child and a lack of clear communication from teachers.

Dedicated and awesome staffspecific praise for Mrs. Monica and Nitaexcellent care for babies and kids

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Daycare types in Fairhope

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Fairhope, Alabama

There are 1 headstart programs in Fairhope, Alabama, making up 17% of the 6 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 Fairhope have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 44 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Fairhope, 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 Fairhope

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Jubilee Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.2

Parents highlight the staff's dedication, with specific praise for individuals like Mrs. Monica and Nita, and express strong satisfaction with the Head Start program. However, one review reports a serious incident involving unexplained injuries to a child and a lack of clear communication from teachers.

Dedicated and awesome staffspecific praise for Mrs. Monica and Nitaexcellent care for babies and kids
Address
24044 Us Highway 98, Fairhope, AL
Phone
(251) 928-9193

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Fairhope, Alabama, out of 6 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 Fairhope have an average Google rating of 4.46 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fairhope, 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
Fairhope offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Fairhope for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fairhope 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.