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Best Headstart Programs in Pocahontas, AR

Compare 1 headstart programs in Pocahontas. Average rating: 4.53/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Pocahontas, Arkansas at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.53/5
Parent reviews
72
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Pocahontas has 1 licensed headstart programs with 72 parent reviews averaging 4.53/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 72455 zip code, averaging 4.53 stars across 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pocahontas

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
    The Kids Palace Day Care II
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    2003 Red Bud, Pocahontas, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    The Kids Palace II in Pocahontas receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, strong academic and developmental progress of their children, and the welcoming atmosphere created by director Ms. Joy.

    Caring and helpful teachersstrong academic learning outcomesdevelopmental progress (readingpotty training
  2. 2
    The Doni Martin Center For Developmental Services
    4.53 score
    4.9(7)

    1506 Park Street, P O Box 425, Pocahontas, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 23 children

    Parents consistently praise The Doni Martin Center for its caring staff, clean facilities, and personalized attention to each child's developmental needs. The center is particularly noted for serving children with special needs and maintaining proper health guidelines. Director Doni and her team are described as genuinely invested in children's wellbeing and learning.

    caring and loving staffclean facilitysupports children with special needsfollows health guidelines
  3. 3
    Brad Black River Child Development Center
    4.32 score
    4.4(19)

    1407 Patrick Drive, Pocahontas, AR · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 136 children

    Brad Black River Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents praising the staff, organization, and children's enjoyment of attending. Multiple families report multi-generational attendance at the center.

    Well-organizedamazing staffchildren enjoy attendingspecial teachers
  4. 4
    Black River Early Child Development Center
    4.32 score
    4.4(19)

    2309 Old County Road, Pocahontas, AR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children

    Black River Early Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5 out of 5 stars. Parents praise the facility's organization, staff quality, and their children's positive experiences and happiness at the center.

    Well-organizedamazing staffchildren love attendingstaff described as second to none

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Pocahontas

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.54avg rating
10 daycares · 7 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

4.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Pocahontas zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7245512
4.53
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Pocahontas (23–136 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Pocahontas based on parent reviews

Brad Black River Child Development Center

4.4(19)

1407 Patrick Drive, Pocahontas, AR

Brad Black River Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents praising the staff, organization, and children's enjoyment of attending. Multiple families report multi-generational attendance at the center.

Well-organizedamazing staffchildren enjoy attending

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Daycare types in Pocahontas

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Pocahontas, Arkansas

There are 1 headstart programs in Pocahontas, Arkansas, making up 8% of the 12 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 Pocahontas have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.54 stars. Our analysis covers 72 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Pocahontas, 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 Pocahontas

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Brad Black River Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
4.4

Brad Black River Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents praising the staff, organization, and children's enjoyment of attending. Multiple families report multi-generational attendance at the center.

Well-organizedamazing staffchildren enjoy attending
Address
1407 Patrick Drive, Pocahontas, AR
Phone
(870) 892-5112

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Pocahontas, Arkansas, out of 12 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 Pocahontas have an average Google rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Pocahontas for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Pocahontas 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.