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Best Headstart Programs in Azusa, CA

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

Azusa, California at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.28/5
Parent reviews
61
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Azusa has 1 licensed headstart programs with 61 parent reviews averaging 4.28/5.The largest concentration is in 91702 with 15 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Azusa

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
    Azusa Discovery Center
    4.61 score
    4.8(16)

    155 W. Arrow Highway, Azusa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 108 children

    Azusa Discovery Center receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight the caring, friendly staff, strong communication, and child development progress. Parents consistently express trust in the center's safety measures, professional teachers, and welcoming environment for children of various ages.

    Caring and compassionate staffexcellent teacher-parent communication with daily updates via appstrong safety protocols with secured entry and camerasdevelopmental progress and academic readiness
  2. 2

    245 West Tenth Street, Azusa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 240 children

    Longfellow receives mostly positive feedback from parents, particularly regarding caring and welcoming staff, supportive environment for children with special needs, and small family-like atmosphere. However, one parent raised concerns about the principal denying services to children with disabilities.

    caring and welcoming staffsupportive of special needs childrenclear rules and structuresmall community feel
  3. 3

    945 E. Nearfield, Azusa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Reviews are highly polarized with significant variation in parent experiences. Positive reviews praise friendly staff and helpful service, while negative reviews cite lack of responsiveness, poor special needs services, and organizational issues within the district.

    Friendly and helpful staffgood experience for early gradessupportive administrative personnel
  4. 4

    1040 E. Gladstone Street, Azusa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Reviews are mixed with significant polarization. Positive reviews praise friendly staff and helpfulness, while negative reviews criticize the school district for poor services, lack of support for children with disabilities, unresponsiveness, and inadequate resources.

    Friendly and helpful staffcommitment to educationgood neighborhood location
  5. 5

    210 N. Vernon Ave, Azusa, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Reviews are highly polarized with strong praise from some parents about friendly staff and educational commitment, but significant criticism from others regarding lack of responsiveness, poor special education services, and ineffective administration. Overall experiences vary dramatically between positive initial impressions and serious concerns about district functionality.

    Friendly and helpful staffcommitment to educationgood administrative support

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Azusa

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 61 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Friendly and helpful staff
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Azusa zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9170215
4.28
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Azusa (24–240 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

10

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

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Headstart Programs in Azusa, California

There are 1 headstart programs in Azusa, California, making up 7% of the 15 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 Azusa have an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 44% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.28 stars. Our analysis covers 61 parent reviews.

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

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Azusa, California, out of 15 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 Azusa have an average Google rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 44% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Azusa, 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
Azusa offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Azusa for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Azusa 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.