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Best Headstart Programs in Atascadero, CA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Atascadero. Average rating: 4.28/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Atascadero, California at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.28/5
Parent reviews
32
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Atascadero has 1 licensed headstart programs with 32 parent reviews averaging 4.28/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 46% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 93422 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 16 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Atascadero

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
    Champions Preschool At Santa Rosa
    3.3 score
    2.6(5)

    8655 Santa Rosa Road, Atascadero, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 23 children

    Champions Preschool at Santa Rosa receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the staff's skills in managing children, homework help, safe environment, and responsiveness to parent questions. However, some parents report staffing concerns, billing issues, and poor customer service resolution.

    Staff expertise in managing groupshomework assistancesafe environmentfriendly staff
  2. 2
    Champions Program At Santa Rosa
    3.3 score
    2.6(5)

    8655 Santa Rosa, Atascadero, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Champions Program at Santa Rosa receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise homework help, safe environment, skilled staff, and good customer service. However, negative reviewers report staff concerns, billing issues, and unresolved customer service problems.

    homework assistancesafe environmentfriendly and skilled staffgood customer service

Rating Distribution

Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Atascadero

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
5
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.25avg rating
15 daycares · 11 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Atascadero zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9342216
4.42
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Atascadero (20–100 children)

Small

up to 30 children

9

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Atascadero based on parent reviews

Capslo - Atascadero Head Start

4(1)

965 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA

One parent describes CAPSLO - ATASCADERO HEAD START as 'Exelente,' highlighting a positive experience with the program. The limited feedback currently available reflects high satisfaction without noting specific drawbacks.

Exelente

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Daycare types in Atascadero

Child Daycare & Preschools 15Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 1

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Headstart Programs in Atascadero, California

There are 1 headstart programs in Atascadero, California, making up 6% of the 17 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 Atascadero have an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 46% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 32 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Atascadero, 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 Atascadero

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Capslo - Atascadero Head Start
Headstart Programs
4

One parent describes CAPSLO - ATASCADERO HEAD START as 'Exelente,' highlighting a positive experience with the program. The limited feedback currently available reflects high satisfaction without noting specific drawbacks.

Exelente
Address
965 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA
Phone
(805) 466-0417

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Atascadero, California, out of 17 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 Atascadero have an average Google rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities. About 46% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Atascadero, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with California's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in California)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Atascadero offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 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 California 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 Atascadero for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Atascadero must be licensed by California'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.