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Best Headstart Programs in Mountain Home, AR

Compare 4 headstart programs in Mountain Home. Average rating: 3.88/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Mountain Home, Arkansas at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
3.88/5
Parent reviews
58
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Mountain Home has 4 licensed headstart programs with 58 parent reviews averaging 3.88/5.The largest concentration is in 72653 with 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mountain Home

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
    Small World Preschool
    4.31 score
    4.5(8)

    609 Gentry Street, Mountain Home, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 186 children

    Small World Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, child development, and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and thriving academically and socially. One reviewer expressed concerns about cleanliness and staffing levels.

    caring and loving staffstrong child development and learningsafe environmentfamily-like treatment
  2. 2
    Celebration" First Baptist Church
    4.24 score
    4.3(19)

    400 Club Boulevard, Mountain Home, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 275 children

    Celebration First Baptist Church in Mountain Home receives consistently positive feedback, with reviewers praising the church community, spiritual leadership, and family-oriented programming. Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere, quality of biblical teaching, and various activities for children including sports and youth programs.

    friendly congregationbiblical preachingyouth activitieschildren's programs (basketball
  3. 3
    Kidspiration Pediatric Therapy Services
    3.53 score
    3.2(7)

    1310 Bradley Drive, Mountain Home, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children

    Kidspiration Pediatric Therapy Services in Mountain Home has received highly polarized reviews. While some parents praise the facility's therapy quality, therapists, and communication, multiple parents report serious safety concerns including unexplained bruises, scratches, and injuries on their children, particularly those who are nonverbal or autistic, with complaints that management has been unresponsive to these incidents.

    Quality therapy servicesskilled therap

Rating Distribution

Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Mountain Home

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
5
Below 3
1

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 58 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean and comfortable environment
4
2Computer lab
4
3Library
4
4Music)
4
5Well-balanced lunches
4
6Fun playground
3
7Diverse programs (gym
3
8Caring and nurturing staff
3

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Mountain Home, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.08avg rating
14 daycares · 9 rated

Headstart Programs

3.3avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Mountain Home zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7265319
3.88
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Mountain Home (20–468 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

6

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mountain Home based on parent reviews

Mtn Home III Head Start

3.3(3)

1310 Post Oak Road, Mountain Home, AR

One parent describes the facility as a clean and comfortable environment with excellent programs and caring staff, while another offers a brief positive note on the school experience. A third review details a highly negative, decades-old personal grievance involving past special education teachers and administrative disputes from 1990, unrelated to current operations.

Clean and comfortable environmentfantastic programs (gymcomputer lab

Mtn Home I Headstart

3.3(3)

1414 Post Oak Road, Mountain Home, AR

One parent highlights the facility's cleanliness, diverse programs, and supportive staff, while another describes a positive initial experience. A third review details a traumatic, decades-old kindergarten experience involving specific staff members and administrative issues.

Clean and comfortable environmentdiverse programs (gymcomputer lab

Mtn Home II Head Start

3.3(3)

1414 Post Oak Road, Mountain Home, AR

One parent highlights the facility's cleanliness, diverse programs, and nurturing staff, while another offers a brief positive note. A third review details a negative personal history involving past special education teachers and a school bus driver from decades ago.

clean and comfortable environmentdiverse programs (gymcomputer lab

Map

Daycare types in Mountain Home

Child Daycare & Preschools 14Headstart Programs 4Before or After School Daycare 1

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Headstart Programs in Mountain Home, Arkansas

There are 4 headstart programs in Mountain Home, Arkansas, making up 21% of the 19 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 Mountain Home have an average rating of 3.88 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.08 stars. Our analysis covers 58 parent reviews. Parents in Mountain Home most frequently praise daycares for clean and comfortable environment, computer lab, and library.

When choosing a daycare in Mountain Home, 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 Mountain Home

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Mtn Home III Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.3

One parent describes the facility as a clean and comfortable environment with excellent programs and caring staff, while another offers a brief positive note on the school experience. A third review details a highly negative, decades-old personal grievance involving past special education teachers and administrative disputes from 1990, unrelated to current operations.

Clean and comfortable environmentfantastic programs (gymcomputer lab
Address
1310 Post Oak Road, Mountain Home, AR
Phone
(870) 424-5515
Mtn Home I Headstart
Headstart Programs
3.3

One parent highlights the facility's cleanliness, diverse programs, and supportive staff, while another describes a positive initial experience. A third review details a traumatic, decades-old kindergarten experience involving specific staff members and administrative issues.

Clean and comfortable environmentdiverse programs (gymcomputer lab
Address
1414 Post Oak Road, Mountain Home, AR
Phone
(870) 425-2123
Mtn Home II Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.3

One parent highlights the facility's cleanliness, diverse programs, and nurturing staff, while another offers a brief positive note. A third review details a negative personal history involving past special education teachers and a school bus driver from decades ago.

clean and comfortable environmentdiverse programs (gymcomputer lab
Address
1414 Post Oak Road, Mountain Home, AR
Phone
(870) 425-9111
Mtn Home IV Head Start Program
Headstart Programs
Address
1414 Post Oak Road, Mountain Home, AR
Phone
(870) 424-0273

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 headstart programs daycares in Mountain Home, Arkansas, out of 19 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 Mountain Home have an average Google rating of 3.88 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Mountain Home, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Arkansas's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Arkansas)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Mountain Home offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Arkansas 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 Mountain Home for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mountain Home must be licensed by Arkansas'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.