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Best Headstart Programs in Ceres, CA

Compare 2 headstart programs in Ceres. Average rating: 3.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Ceres, California at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.8/5
Parent reviews
15
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Ceres offers 2 licensed headstart programs, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 3.8/5.The largest concentration is in 95307 with 14 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ceres

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
    Kidz Childcare & Preschool
    3.95 score
    3.9(6)

    2445 E Whitmore Ave, Ste 130, Ceres, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    KIDZ CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational quality, and clean facilities. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and academically prepared for kindergarten. One parent reported negative treatment related to language barriers.

    Caring and attentive teachersowner maintains high standards of care and cleanlinesschildren academically prepared for kindergartensafe environment
  2. 2
    Kiddie Kingdom Daycare Center
    3.59 score
    3.3(7)

    3900 Morgan Road, #G, Ceres, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

    Kiddie Kingdom Daycare Center in Ceres receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff, cleanliness, transparency, and children's engagement and learning. Negative reviewers report inadequate supervision leading to injuries, poor communication about incidents, lack of attentiveness to distressed children, and food safety concerns.

    Caring and attentive teachersclean facilitytransparent communicationchildren enjoy learning and making

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Ceres

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.8avg rating
12 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Ceres zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9530714
3.8
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ceres (12–77 children)

Small

up to 30 children

8

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Ceres

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Headstart Programs 2

Browse by type in Ceres

🎨 Preschools 9

Headstart Programs in Ceres, California

There are 2 headstart programs in Ceres, California, making up 14% of the 14 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 Ceres have an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.8 stars. Our analysis covers 15 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Ceres, 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 Ceres

Showing 2 results

Carroll Fowler Preschool Program
Headstart Programs
Address
2611 Garrison Ave, Ceres, CA
Phone
(209) 556-1545
Argus Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
2555 Lawrence St., Ceres, CA
Phone
(209) 556-1545

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Ceres, California, out of 14 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 Ceres have an average Google rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Ceres, 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
Ceres offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Ceres for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ceres 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.