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Best Headstart Programs in El Centro, CA

Compare 4 headstart programs in El Centro. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

El Centro, California at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
28
Top rated (4.5+)
10

El Centro has 4 licensed headstart programs with 28 parent reviews averaging 4.6/5.10 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 71% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 92243 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 24 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 14 daycares with Google ratings in El Centro

4.5 - 5.0
10
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 28 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Caring teachers
4

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in El Centro, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.53avg rating
20 daycares · 12 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

El Centro zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9224324
4.6
10

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in El Centro (14–97 children)

Small

up to 30 children

11

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in El Centro based on parent reviews

Icoe-Ecep El Centro Early Head Start

5

280 South Fairfield Drive, El Centro, CA

Icoe-Ecep Bears Head Start Center

5

230 South Fairfield Drive, El Centro, CA

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Daycare types in El Centro

Child Daycare & Preschools 20Headstart Programs 4

Browse by type in El Centro

🎨 Preschools 11

Headstart Programs in El Centro, California

There are 4 headstart programs in El Centro, California, making up 17% of the 24 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 El Centro have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 14 rated facilities, with 71% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 28 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in El Centro, 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 El Centro

Showing 4 results

Icoe-Ecep El Centro Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
280 South Fairfield Drive, El Centro, CA
Phone
(760) 312-6431
Icoe-Ecep Bears Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
230 South Fairfield Drive, El Centro, CA
Phone
(760) 482-5608
Rcoe El Centro Migrant Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
375 S. 1st. Street, El Centro, CA
Phone
(760) 337-3940
Icoe-Ecep Panthers Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
1177 1/2 North 8th Street, El Centro, CA
Phone
(760) 482-5647

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 headstart programs daycares in El Centro, California, out of 24 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 El Centro have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 14 rated facilities. About 71% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in El Centro, 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
El Centro offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 20 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 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 El Centro for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in El Centro 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.